Skin Conditions: Tests & Diagnosis
Visual exam for lice
11/24/08, HealthwiseDuring a visual exam for head lice, the hair on the head is parted with the fingers so that the scalp can be seen. The doctor or child's parent looks for tiny live lice [about to long, or the size of a sesame seed]. If you a
Lice - Exams and Tests
11/24/08, HealthwiseClose visual examination for live lice or their eggs (nits) on the hair is usually all that is needed to diagnose a lice infestation (pediculosis). But the doctor may examine the lice or eggs under a microscope to confirm the diagnosi
Lice - Medications
11/24/08, HealthwiseThere are both over-the-counter medicines and prescription products to treat head and pubic lice. Most products come as a shampoo, creme rinse, or lotion (topical treatment) that is applied to the affected areas, left on for a per
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Skin and Wound Cultures
06/05/08, HealthwiseA skin or wound culture is a test to find and identify germs (such as bacteria, a fungus, or a virus) that may be growing on the skin or in a wound. A sample of skin, tissue, or fluid is collected from the affected area and placed in
Psoriasis - Exams and Tests
12/10/07, HealthwiseYour doctor can often recognize psoriasis by the appearance and location of the patches on your skin, scalp, or nails. Psoriasis usually involves bright red areas of raised patches that are often covered with loose, silvery, scaling s
Warts and Plantar Warts - Exams and Tests
09/11/08, HealthwiseWarts are usually diagnosed based only on their appearance.
Ringworm of the Skin - Exams and Tests
04/19/07, HealthwiseDoctors often can easily recognize ringworm by its ring-shaped rash. Your doctor will probably also look at a skin sample (KOH preparation) under a microscope to confirm that fungus is present.
Ringworm of the Scalp or Beard - Exams and Tests
04/24/07, HealthwiseDoctors can often easily recognize ringworm when there is a distinct ringworm-patterned rash. Your doctor will probably also look at a hair or skin sample (KOH preparation) under a microscope to determine whether a fungus is present.
Pilonidal Disease - Exams and Tests
12/14/07, HealthwiseNo medical tests are usually necessary to diagnose pilonidal disease. Your doctor can detect this condition by visually examining the area around the crease in the buttocks.
Calluses and Corns - Exams and Tests
12/07/07, HealthwiseCalluses and corns generally are diagnosed during a physical exam. If the calluses or corns are on your feet, you will be asked to take off your shoes and socks so your feet can be examined. If you have calluses on another part of your body,
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