Teen Health Series: Skin Health Information for Teens
Teen Health Series: Skin Health Information for Teens
Editor: Chambers, James
Publication Year: 2022
Publisher: Omnigraphics, Inc.
Price: Core Collection Only

ISBN: 978-0-78-081990-0
Category: Health & Medicine - Health
Image Count:
13
Book Status: Available
Table of Contents
Provides basic consumer health information about skin health for teens, including facts about its origins, stages, types, transmission, risk factors, prevention, and co-occurring infections, along with tips for protecting the skin, updated statistics, and reports on current research initiatives. Includes index and resource information.
This book is found in the following Credo Collections:
Table of Contents
- Preface
- Part 1 | Skin Basics
- Chapter 1—Why Skin Is So Important
- Chapter 2—Normal and Abnormal Skin Color
- Chapter 3—Ethnicity and Skin
- Chapter 4—Freckles and Brown Spots
- Chapter 5—How Smoking Affects the Way You Look
- Chapter 6—Statistics of Sunburn and UV Protective Behaviors
- Part 2 | Acne
- Chapter 7—Acne Basics
- Chapter 8—Treating and Managing Acne
- Chapter 9—Isotretinoin Warning
- Chapter 10—Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Acne
- Chapter 11—Psychological Effects of Acne
- Part 3 | Infectious Conditions of the Skin
- Chapter 12—Bacterial Infections: Cellulitis, Impetigo, Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus, Necrotizing Fasciitis, and Staphylococcal Infections
- Chapter 13—Pseudomonas Dermatitis (Hot Tub Rash)
- Chapter 14—Lyme Disease
- Chapter 15—Fever Blisters (Cold Sores) and Canker Sores
- Chapter 16—Varicella (Chickenpox and Shingles)
- Chapter 17—Molluscum Contagiosum
- Chapter 18—Parvovirus B19 (Fifth Disease)
- Chapter 19—Human Papillomavirus and Genital Warts
- Chapter 20—Tinea Infections: Ringworm, Athlete's Foot, and Jock Itch
- Chapter 21—Scabies
- Chapter 22—Swimmer's Itch
- Chapter 23—Fungal Nail Infections
- Part 4 | Other Diseases and Disorders Affecting the Skin
- Chapter 24—Albinism
- Chapter 25—Birthmarks and Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus
- Chapter 26—Cellulite and Stretch Marks
- Chapter 27—Cysts: Epidermoid (Sebaceous), Pilonidal, and Lipoma
- Chapter 28—Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)
- Chapter 29—Epidermolysis Bullosa
- Chapter 30—Hyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating)
- Chapter 31—Keloids
- Chapter 32—Lupus
- Chapter 33—Skin Cancer
- Chapter 34—Common Moles and Dysplastic Nevi
- Chapter 35—Pruritus (Itching)
- Chapter 36—Ichthyosis
- Chapter 37—Psoriasis
- Chapter 38—Pyogenic Granuloma and Pityriasis Rosea
- Chapter 39—Rosacea
- Chapter 40—Scleroderma
- Chapter 41—Congenital Hemidysplasia
- Chapter 42—Pemphigus
- Chapter 43—Urticaria (Hives)
- Chapter 44—Vitiligo
- Chapter 45—COVID-19 and Skin Effects
- Chapter 46—Pachyonychia Congenita
- Chapter 47—Hair Loss (Alopecia Areata)
- Part 5 | Skin Injuries
- Chapter 48—Wounds and Bruises
- Chapter 49—Burn Injuries
- Chapter 50—Insect Bites and Stings
- Chapter 51—What You Should Know about Animal Bites
- Chapter 52—Protecting Yourself from Poisonous Plants
- Chapter 53—Hypothermia and Frostbite
- Chapter 54—Blisters, Corns, and Calluses
- Chapter 55—Skin Picking, Nail Biting, and Hair Pulling
- Chapter 56—Peeling Skin Syndrome
- Chapter 57—Scars and Scar Removal
- Part 6 | Taking Care of Your Skin, Hair, and Nails
- Chapter 58—Skin and Hair Care
- Chapter 59—Sweating and Preventing Body Odor
- Chapter 60—Cosmetics: Tips for Girls
- Chapter 61—Sun Exposure and Staying Safe
- Chapter 62—Indoor Tanning and Tanning Products
- Chapter 63—Risks of Tanning
- Chapter 64—Tattoos and Tattoo Removal
- Chapter 65—Piercings
- Chapter 66—Unwanted Hair: Removing Hair Safely
- Chapter 67—Nail Care and Health
- Part 7 | If You Need More Information
- Chapter 68—Resources for Skin Information