Often, eczema patients receive topical steroids to treat their skin symptoms, as they can provide quick relief. But unfortunately, some patients have a strong rebound […]
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All Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), including acupuncture and herbal medicine, is based on the concept of the invisible life force in our body, called “Chi” […]
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It takes courage to endure a severe skin condition like Topical Steroid Withdrawal. TSW can be sudden, debilitating, and ravage a sufferer’s quality of life. […]
You’ve most likely heard of the Chinese zodiac, and maybe you even know your Chinese animal year. While we typically read the characteristics of each […]
The FDA approved the new prescription treatment for Psoriasis, Sotyktu®, in September of 2022. Produced by Bristol Meyers Squibb, Sotyktu® is an oral medication, taken […]
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