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Skin and Connective Tissue Diseases

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Skin Diseases: Acne | Blistering Diseases | Dermatitis (Inflammation, Rash) | Growths | Hives | Ichthyosis | Itching | Infections of the Skin | Mastocytosis | Pigmentation Disorders| Psoriasis | Rosacea | Ulcers

Other Diseases: Connective Tissue Diseases | Hair Diseases | Nail Diseases | Sweating Disorders

Other Topics: Skin Disease (General) | Anatomy | Aging Skin | Body Piercing and Tattoos | Skin Disease Treatment | Sun Protection

Skin Ulcers

Pressure Sores
Pressure Sores:American Academy of Family Physicians
Pressure Sores:Merck Manual, Home Edition
Pressure Ulcers (Bed Sores):American Geriatrics Association
Prevention of Pressure Sores Through Skin Care:Spinal Cord Injury Information Network
Information About Decubitus Ulcers or "Bed Sores" or "Pressure Sores":LDHP Medical Review Services
Progression of a Decubitus Ulcer (Images):MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia
Pressure Sores: MedlinePlus

Leg and Foot Ulcers
Venous Leg Ulcers, see Cardiovascular System, Venous Disease
Diabetic Foot Ulcers, see Endocrine System, Diabetic Foot Problems

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