AboutCaring4Dermatology's

 
Caring4Dermatology's mission is to provide a complete source of knowledge and support for people with arthritis, empowering them with the expertise, strength and hope they need to live their lives to the fullest. Caring4Dermatology combines a virtual encyclopedia of cancer information with a collection of powerful tools that help patients take an active role in managing their disease. Our rheumatologists and orthopaedists review our content for accuracy and timeliness.

At Caring4Dermatology, you can:

  • Shape the content to match your specific arthritis type, diagnosis, and phase of treatment or recovery
  • Interact with other patients and experts through our message boards
  • Keep track of your symptoms, treatments, and appointments with a secure Patient Health Record and Symptom Tracker
  • Sign up for e-newsletters tailored to your interests and needs.
  • Create your own personal web page where you can keep a personal journal, exchange messages of encouragement, share pictures, and more.

Hundreds of arthritis practices are now prescribing Caring4Dermatology’s educational and interactive tools to their patients, just as they prescribe medication or therapy.However, the content at Caring4Dermatology is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. For information on how to contact us, please click here.

Latest Dermatology News
Abnormal ECG seen in psoriatic arthritis patients

December 22, 2008 — NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - The results of a new study suggest that patients with psoriatic arthritis, a form of rheumatoid arthritis accompanied by psoriasis, may have "subtle" cardiac conduction disturbances. Researchers point out, however, that it is not yet known if these irregularities lead to serious heart disease.

First US patient gets new face 'to face the world'

December 17, 2008 — WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Surgeons have replaced 80 percent of a woman's face, transplanting bone, teeth, muscle and nerve in the first such operation in the United States.

Indigo extract effective treatment for psoriasis

November 26, 2008 — NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Taiwanese investigators report that an ointment made from an extract of Indigo naturalis is effective in treatment-resistant plaque psoriasis -- and the treatment appears to be safe.

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