General Health
Metabolic Acidosis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Your blood has a natural balance between acids and bases. Doctors measure this balance using something called pH.
Medical Author
Dr. Jessica Wong, MD, FRCPC
Dermatologist · Canada Health Journal
Dr. Jessica Wong is a board-certified dermatologist in Vancouver, with 11 years of experience in medical and cosmetic dermatology. A Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC), she specializes in acne, eczema, skin cancer screening, and evidence-based skincare. Dr. Wong is committed to helping patients make informed decisions about skin health.
Articles by Dr. Jessica Wong, MD, FRCPC
General Health
Retinoic Acid: What It Does and Why It Matters
Retinoic acid is a metabolite of vitamin A. That means your body produces it by breaking vitamin A down into a more active form.
General Health
Hydrogen Cyanide Poisoning: Symptoms, Risks & Safety
Hydrogen cyanide (HCN) is a colourless gas or liquid with a faint smell sometimes described as bitter almonds. However, not …
General Health
Electron Acceptor: What It Means for Your Health
An electron acceptor is a substance that gains electrons during a chemical reaction called reduction.
General Health
Granular Cell Tumour: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
A granular cell tumour is a rare, usually benign growth that can appear almost anywhere in the body.
Skin Conditions
Plant Skin Reactions: Rashes, Allergies & How to Stay Safe
Plants can affect your skin in several different ways. Understanding the cause helps you choose the right treatment and take the …
Skin Conditions
Itchy Skin: Causes, Relief & When to See a Doctor
Itchy skin happens when nerves in your skin send signals to your brain. Interestingly, pain and itching share many of the same …
Skin Conditions
Swimmer’s Itch: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Swimmer’s itch is the common name for a condition doctors call cercarial dermatitis. It happens when microscopic parasites — …
Skin Conditions
Neurodermatitis: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Neurodermatitis is a form of chronic dermatitis. It begins with an itch — often triggered by something simple, like a insect bite, …
Skin Conditions
Eczema: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment in Canada
Eczema — also called dermatitis — is an inflammatory skin condition. It weakens the skin’s natural protective barrier, making it …