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The diagnosis is based on the appearance and location of the skin lesions.
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The diagnosis of seborrheic dermatitis is based on assessment of symptoms, accompanied by consideration of medical history.
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Diagnosis is made on visual inspection of the rash.
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Dandruff is easy to diagnose. The condition is characterized by the appearance of white flakes on the hair or on the shoulders and collar. People with oily hair tend to have dandruff more often. Dandruff usually does not require medical treatment....
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient's body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems. A typical physical examination includes: Inspection (looking at the body; Palpation (feeling the body with hands; Auscultation (listening to sounds; Percussion (producing sounds.
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Skin self-exam means checking your own skin regularly for any abnormal growths or unusual changes. This helps you detect and get treatment for skin cancer or other skin problems as early as possible.
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Detailed information on skin self-examination, including the importance of skin self-examination in skin cancer prevention and a step-by-step guide
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