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Do I Have an Irregular Mole?
posted: Mar. 09, 2022.

Educating the public on skin cancer is incredibly important. After all, you’re the one that looks at your skin every day, so you should know how to spot early warning Read more
Skin Cancer Detection: What To Look For
posted: Feb. 28, 2022.

Ever notice a suspicious mole or spot on your skin? Skin cancer can manifest as a mole or a spot on your skin, and while it's important to be diligent, Read more
Finding Treatment for Facial Scarring
posted: Feb. 25, 2022.

Do you have scarring on your face? Does it make you feel self-conscious? Are you looking for ways to reduce the appearance of these scars? Whether your scars are due Read more
What Are Spider Veins?
posted: Feb. 03, 2022.

Most of us, at some point during our lifetime, will develop spider veins—those tiny, purple, web-like veins caused by twisted blood vessels. While they aren’t serious they can be uncomfortable Read more
How To Treat Dry Skin
posted: Jan. 24, 2022.

For most of the US, winter is here! Temperatures are dropping and snow is already falling. If you live in a wintry region of the country you may be finding Read more
Signs You May Need Mohs Surgery
posted: Jan. 21, 2022.

Used to treat skin cancer, Mohs surgery is highly effective because it allows the surgeon to see exactly where cancer stops which enables them to preserve as much healthy tissue Read more
Treating Your Vitiligo
posted: Jan. 07, 2022.

According to the National Vitiligo Foundation, around 70 million people around the world have vitiligo, an autoimmune disorder that causes white patches of skin. This condition is not contagious and Read more
How To Treat Your Blisters
posted: Dec. 22, 2021.

Most people experience blisters on their feet, often due to friction or pressure from tight or poorly fitted shoes; however, blisters can develop just about anywhere on the body. If Read more
What Is a Carbuncle?
posted: Dec. 09, 2021.

A boil is an infection of the hair follicle that develops under the skin. When multiple boils develop this is known as a carbuncle. In a carbuncle, this cluster of Read more
What Is Actinic Keratosis?
posted: Dec. 01, 2021.

If you’ve ever spent time basking in the sun or even in a tanning bed, then you’ve exposed your skin to UV rays, which can be incredibly damaging to the Read more
FAQs About Seborrheic Dermatitis
posted: Nov. 10, 2021.

Seborrheic dermatitis is one of the most common skin conditions that dermatologists diagnose and treat here in the US. If you notice any weird skin rashes or lesions on the Read more
Finding The Right Treatment For Shingles
posted: Oct. 28, 2021.

Many of us who have had chickenpox as children may be aware that the virus that causes it can become active again in adulthood as Shingles. According to the Centers Read more
What You Need To Know About Diaper Rash
posted: Oct. 13, 2021.

Diaper rash is a common problem for babies and toddlers who are not yet toilet trained. Diaper rash is defined as any red rash appearing on the area of skin Read more
What Are Skin Pigmentation Disorders?
posted: Sep. 28, 2021.

Melanin is a substance produced by skin cells known as melanocytes, which are responsible for giving our skin its color. When these cells are damaged or impacted in some way Read more
What Are Hair Follicle Infections?
posted: Sep. 16, 2021.

When red inflamed bumps appear it’s easy to assume it’s just acne, but it could be a sign of an infected hair follicle. This common skin problem, which is referred Read more
What Are Sebaceous Cysts?
posted: Aug. 20, 2021.

If you notice a lump or bump on the skin you may be wondering what it is. Could it be a sebaceous cyst? There are hundreds of cysts that can Read more