Also helpful in your summer medical kit is over-the-counter Benadryl tablets or liquid. Benadryl about an hour before bed can lessen the scratching, particularly at night. Insect bites get... more
Summer insect bites can vary from just annoying to vacation ruining. Over the counter hydrocortisone 1% applied 3-4 times daily for 2-3 days is often enough.
A small percentage of us are... more
When planning for a summer vacation, here is something really important to take with you to prevent skin problems that can land you in the ER.
Have your doctor prescribe for you a small... more
It can be all too easy to put off dealing with skin issues. For medical issues, take an inventory of problems, even seemingly minor ones. Minor issues left unattended can become much... more
Skin infections while travelling are miserable, and can be dangerous in wet or tropical climates.
You might think that using anti-bacterial soaps would protect you. They may help some, but... more
