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The Importance Of Regular Skin Exams In Detecting Skin Cancer
posted: May 21, 2021.
When was the last time you saw a dermatologist? We’re pretty sure most people don’t know or perhaps have never stepped foot inside a dermatologist’s office; however, 1 in 5 Read more -
Are You Dealing With a Rash?
posted: May 06, 2021.
From coming in contact with poison ivy to dealing with a high dose of stress, there are many reasons a rash might appear. Most of the time, a rash will Read more -
Finding Treatment for Bed Sores
posted: Apr. 16, 2021.
If you or a loved one is bed-bound, one of the main concerns is bedsores, which can develop when there is persistent pressure placed on the skin for extended periods. Read more -
Understanding Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis
posted: Apr. 05, 2021.
When we think of skin disorders, we most often assume that these are problems that mostly adults deal with; however, children and teens can also deal with a wide range Read more -
What Is a Skin Tag?
posted: Mar. 23, 2021.
If you’ve ever noticed a little piece of dangling skin on your body, then you’ve most likely found a skin tag. While these little growths are completely benign, they can Read more -
Finding the Right Treatment for Warts on Your Hands
posted: Mar. 05, 2021.
Warts are the result of a virus known as the human papillomavirus (HPV), and they can easily be spread from one person to another through skin-to-skin contact or by sharing Read more -
When To See a Dermatologist for a Mole
posted: Feb. 18, 2021.
Worried that all those years of sunbathing have caught up with you? Do you have a family history of skin cancer? If so, these might be reasons to turn to Read more -
The Many Uses of Botox
posted: Feb. 15, 2021.
Botox is an extremely effective method for achieving a more youthful and rested appearance. It can smooth out lines and wrinkles on the face, such as the forehead and frown Read more -
How Lupus Affects the Skin
posted: Feb. 09, 2021.
Lupus is an autoimmune disorder that leads to widespread inflammation and pain. Lupus can affect multiple systems and organs in the body, but the skin tends to be one of Read more -
Understanding Cold Sores
posted: Jan. 25, 2021.
Cold sores are small, painful blisters that develop on the lips and around the mouth. These sores are caused by a viral infection known as herpes simplex. More specifically, Herpes Read more -
What Is Molluscum Contagiosum?
posted: Jan. 11, 2021.
Molluscum contagiosum is a viral infection that most commonly affects children under 10 years old, that causes hard, raised red bumps known as papules to develop on the skin. These Read more -
Treating Lichen Planus
posted: Dec. 17, 2020.
Lichen planus is an autoimmune disorder that attacks both the skin and mucous membranes inside the mouth. This chronic condition causes flat, itchy reddish-purple bumps to develop on the skin Read more -
Why You Should See a Dermatologist
posted: Dec. 17, 2020.
Here’s when it might be beneficial for you to see a dermatologist. A dermatologist can be a lifesaver for many men and women dealing with skin problems. After all, the skin Read more -
What Is Impetigo?
posted: Dec. 07, 2020.
Find out more about this common childhood bacterial skin infection and how to treat it. Most people don’t know what impetigo is. Maybe you haven’t even heard of it. This contagious Read more -
Understanding and Treating Eczema
posted: Nov. 17, 2020.
If you notice recurring bouts of red, scaly, itchy patches of skin then you could be dealing with eczema. Eczema refers to a variety of skin conditions that cause plaques Read more -
Treating Shingles
posted: Nov. 02, 2020.
As kids, we dealt with that notoriously itchy rash caused by chickenpox. Unfortunately, as we get older, the same virus that caused our childhood chickenpox can also cause shingles. If Read more
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