People with leukemia are prone to a range of skin-related problems, from rashes and bruising to infections and bleeding into the skin. How to spot the telltale signs.

Design We performed a meta-analysis of observational studies to assess the association between statin use and the risk of herpes zoster infection. We searched PubMed, Embase, Web of Science and ...

Specific rashes include leukemia cutis. Sweet's syndrome is a rare skin condition that can develop on its own or as a reaction to drugs like Neulasta (pegfilgrastim). Leukemia treatment can help ...

The simvastatin group had a 13.97-point reduction in MADRS score compared with a 13.50-point reduction in the placebo group, the researchers wrote in JAMA Psychiatry.. However, as expected, add-on ...

Heat rash: In hot weather, especially in hot and humid weather, sweat can be trapped under the skin, which can result in prickly heat. Prickly heat results in red bumps, itching, and a prickly ...

Results There was evidence of an interaction between QRISK3 score and educational attainment. Per unit increase in QRISK3 score, more educated individuals were more likely to report taking statins. In ...

The study focused only on statin use during the ICU stay. However, pretreatment with simvastatin has been demonstrated to improve sepsis survival in mouse models by preserving cardiac function, ...

Out-of-pocket cost: This is the amount a person must pay for care when Medicare does not pay the total amount or offer coverage.Costs can include deductibles, coinsurance, copayments, and premiums ...

The primary outcome measured was the combined incidence of myocardial infarction and ischemic stroke. Data were adjusted for demographic factors and comorbidities to isolate the effect of statin ...

Everything from shampoo and laundry detergent to metal on your jeans or acrylic nails may be behind contact dermatitis, a type of eczema that affects almost everyone at some point in their lives.

Severe skin rashes were a major reason for the withdrawal of valdecoxib (Bextra), another COX-2 specific NSAID, from the market, according to the FDA. Therefore, if you experience any rash while you ...

Learn when rashes signal medical emergencies. Color, location, and symptoms reveal dangerous conditions needing urgent care.