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Attention, chocolate lovers: You may not be able to help yourselves. Swiss and British scientists have linked the widespread love of chocolate to a chemical "signature" that may be programmed into our metabolic systems.
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Ichthyosis
- Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
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Prevention & Expectations
What can be done to prevent the condition?
There is no known prevention for ichthyosis.
What are the long-term effects of the condition?
There are no long-term effects from icthyosis. Occasionally a bacterial skin infection may develop if the person scratches the dry skin.
What are the risks to others?
Ichthyosis is not contagious. However it is an inherited disorder, so children of an affected parent are more at risk of developing this condition.