Table Of Content◆
Skin Health
Information
for Teens
Second Edition
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Second Edition
Skin Health
Information
for Teens
Health Tips about Dermatological
Concerns and Skin Cancer Risks
Including Facts about Acne, Warts, Allergies,
and Other Conditions and Lifestyle Choices, Such
as Tanning, Tattooing, and Piercing, That
Affect the Skin, Nails, Scalp, and Hair
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Edited by Kim Wohlenhaus
P.O. Box 31-1640, Detroit, MI 48231
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Edited by Kim Wohlenhaus
Teen Health Series
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Skin health information for teens : health tips about dermatological concerns and skin
cancer risks including facts about acne, warts, allergies, and other conditions and lifestyle
choices, such as tanning, tattooing, and piercing, that affect the skin, nails, scalp, and hair
/ edited by Kim Wohlenhaus. -- 2nd ed.
p. cm.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Summary: "Provides basic consumer health information for teens about care of the skin,
nails, scalp, and hair, along with facts about related conditions and skin cancer preven-
tion. Includes index, resource information and recommendations for further reading"--
Provided by publisher.
ISBN 978-0-7808-1042-6 (hardcover : alk. paper) 1. Teenagers--Health and hygiene.
2. Skin--Care and hygiene. 3. Beauty, Personal. I. Wohlenhaus, Kim.
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Table of Contents
Preface ........................................................................................................ ix
Part One: Skin Basics
Chapter 1—What Is Skin?....................................................................... 3
Chapter 2—Skin Types: Oily And Dry.................................................... 9
Chapter 3—Brown Spots And Freckles.................................................13
Chapter 4—Birthmarks..........................................................................17
Chapter 5—Concerns About Skin Appearance:
Cellulite And Stretch Marks..............................................23
Chapter 6—Scars....................................................................................27
Part Two: Caring For Skin, Hair, And Nails
Chapter 7—Protecting And Taking Care Of Your Skin........................35
Chapter 8—Skin Care Products And Your Skin....................................41
Chapter 9—Using Cosmetics Safely ......................................................49
Chapter 10—Surgical And Nonsurgical Cosmetic Procedures ...............55
Chapter 11—Body Piercing: A Guide For Teens.....................................65
Chapter 12—Tattoos And Permanent Makeup.......................................71
Chapter 13—Removing Unwanted Hair..................................................77
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Chapter 14—Taking Care Of Your Hair..................................................83
Chapter 15—New Warning About Ceramic Flat Irons ..........................91
Chapter 16—Nail Care And Nail Problems ............................................95
Part Three: Acne
Chapter 17—Understanding Acne.........................................................105
Chapter 18—How Is Acne Treated? ......................................................113
Chapter 19—Safety Information About Isotretinoin ............................119
Chapter 20—Acne Scarring....................................................................129
Chapter 21—Dermabrasion....................................................................133
Chapter 22—Chemical Peels..................................................................137
Part Four: Understanding And Preventing Skin Cancer
Chapter 23—Protect Yourself From The Sun........................................143
Chapter 24—Sunscreen: The Burning Facts..........................................147
Chapter 25—Tanning Products..............................................................153
Chapter 26—What Is Skin Cancer?.......................................................157
Chapter 27—Melanoma.........................................................................161
Chapter 28—Merkel Cell Carcinoma ....................................................177
Chapter 29—Basal Cell And Squamous Cell Skin Cancer ...................183
Chapter 30—How Is Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer Treated?..................187
Part Five: Other Diseases And Conditions That Affect
The Skin And Scalp
Chapter 31—Cellulitis............................................................................193
Chapter 32—Eczema..............................................................................197
Chapter 33—Fever Blisters And Canker Sores......................................201
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Chapter 34—Genetic Conditions That Affect The Skin ......................211
Chapter 35—Hives .................................................................................217
Chapter 36—Hyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating).................................221
Chapter 37—Impetigo............................................................................225
Chapter 38—Lichen Sclerosus ...............................................................227
Chapter 39—Lupus ................................................................................233
Chapter 40—Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, And Poison Sumac ....................245
Chapter 41—Psoriasis.............................................................................249
Chapter 42—Rashes ...............................................................................255
Chapter 43—Rosacea..............................................................................261
Chapter 44—Scabies...............................................................................267
Chapter 45—Scleroderma ......................................................................271
Chapter 46—Shingles.............................................................................289
Chapter 47—Swimmer’s Itch .................................................................291
Chapter 48—Tinea Infections:
Athlete’s Foot, Jock Itch, And Ringworm........................295
Chapter 49—Vitiligo..............................................................................299
Chapter 50—Warts.................................................................................309
Chapter 51—Hair Loss And Its Causes.................................................313
Chapter 52—Alopecia Areata.................................................................317
Chapter 53—Head Lice..........................................................................321
Part Six: Caring For Injuries To The Skin
Chapter 54—Skin Injury: Cuts, Scrapes, And Bruises ..........................333
Chapter 55—Stitches..............................................................................341
Chapter 56—Corns And Calluses..........................................................345
Chapter 57—Types Of Burns And Treatments .....................................349
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Chapter 58—What You Should Know About Animal Bites.................353
Chapter 59—Bug Bites And Stings .......................................................359
Chapter 60—Ticks And Lyme Disease..................................................377
Chapter 61—Mosquitoes And West Nile Virus ....................................383
Part Seven: If You Need More Information
Chapter 62—Additional Reading About Skin Concerns ......................389
Chapter 63—Resources For More Skin Information.............................393
Index .................................................................................................. 401
Preface
About This Book
The skin is the body’s biggest and most visible organ. It serves as a first-
line of defense against microorganisms, and it provides a sensory interface
between the body and the environment. Teens often turn it into a canvas for
self-expression, modifying its appearance with cosmetics, tanning, piercing,
and tattooing. Because it is so exposed and manipulated, however, the skin is
also susceptible to a host of injuries, infections, irritations, and even life-
threatening cancers. In addition, because it is so visible, problems that affect
the skin’s appearance can lead to embarrassment and emotional turmoil.
Skin Health Information for Teens, Second Edition provides updated infor-
mation about the skin, hair, and nails. It explains how the skin and its related
structures grow and how to keep them healthy. Common ailments, including
acne, eczema, impetigo, psoriasis, vitiligo, and warts are explained, and a sec-
tion on skin cancer provides information about cancer risks, prevention strat-
egies, warning signs, and treatments. The care of skin injuries, including cuts,
scrapes, burns, bites, and stings, is also discussed, and the book concludes with
suggestions for further reading and a directory of additional resources.
How To Use This Book
This book is divided into parts and chapters. Parts focus on broad areas
of interest; chapters are devoted to single topics within a part.
Part One: Skin Basics provides information about skin anatomy and the ways
hereditary and hormonal factors can affect the skin’s appearance. It explains
