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Dermatology: The art of purifying yourself through the skin

Among scientific specialties, dermatology is the one that closest to the precepts and techniques of cosmetological aesthetics. This is in charge of the study of the structure and functions of the skin and purifying the skin, in addition to treating the diseases pharmacologically. Dermatologists are doctors who, after completing the degree, which has an average duration of 4 years, specialize in dermatology and become suitable in diagnosing, preventing and indicating the most appropriate treatment. Skin diseases are sometimes isolated as vitiligo, however, on other occasions they are externalizations of internal ailments, as occurs in skin cancer and other conditions. In addition to knowing about infectious diseases, they must have knowledge of immunology, neurology, rheumatology and endocrinology. Cosmetic dermatology: It is a subspecialty of this branch of health that uses various techniques of cosmetics and appliances to treat scars left by acne using the laser, application of...
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Parasitology: Exploring the world of parasites

What is parasitology?

** Parasitology is a branch of biology dedicated to the study of parasite organisms, their relationship with their hosts and the impact they have on ecosystems. A parasite is an organism that lives on or within another organism (host), from which it obtains nutrients and protection, causing it damage to a greater or lesser extent.

** Parasitology sub-branches** Parasitology is divided into several sub-branches, each focused on a specific aspect:

* Medical parasitology:** Study the parasites that infect humans and cause diseases such as malaria, amibiasis or schistosomiasis.

* Veterinary Parasitology:** Focuses on parasites that affect domestic and wild animals, such as helminths in dogs or protozoa in fish.

* Agricultural parasitology:** Investigates parasites that damage crops and farm animals, affecting food production.

* Parasite ecology:

** Analyze the relationship between parasites and their hosts in the context of ecosystems, and how these interactions influence the dynamics of populations.

**Main Findings and Advances** Parasitology has made important contributions to science and public health. Some of the most outstanding findings include:

* Discovery of new parasites:** Parasitologists continue to identify new species of parasites and their life cycles, which allows a better diagnosis and treatment of parasitic diseases.

* Drug development:** Thanks to research in parasitology, numerous effective drugs have been developed to fight parasitic infections, significantly improving the quality of life of millions of people.

* Control of vector-borne diseases:** Studies on parasitic disease vectors, such as mosquitoes and biting insects, have made it possible to develop more effective control strategies, reducing the incidence of diseases such as dengue and malaria.

* Comprehension of coevolution:**

Parasitology has revealed how parasites and their hosts co-evolve, adapting to each other over time. This understanding is fundamental to understanding the dynamics of infectious diseases.

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