Are Plantar Warts Contagious? 6 Things to Know Before You Panic
Warts on the feet tend to appear out of nowhere. Everything may seem just fine until you detect rough, gritty spots and bumps on your foot’s bottom. If your kid has them, they may have approached you to inquire about them or may have tried to hide them from you. In any case, one of […]
Tips to Lower Your Risk of Skin Cancer
Did you know that skin cancer is currently the most widespread form of cancer among people living in the United States? While you may think there’s no harm in one day of soaking up the sun on a beach without sunscreen, you increase your risk of developing carcinoma or melanoma. Read on for some tips […]
What Causes Eczema to Flare Up?
Tired of those red, itchy patches of skin cropping up at the worst moments? Eczema can be uncomfortable and appear seemingly out of nowhere. Learn what might be triggering your eczema flare-ups so you can start to prevent them! What is Eczema? Eczema, or atopic dermatitis, is a chronic skin condition that causes itchiness and […]
What is Excessive Sweating? How Can I Prevent It?
While excessive sweating, or hyperhidrosis, is most likely not dangerous, it can be incredibly uncomfortable and embarrassing. Team Dermatology has different treatment options including Botox injections, as well as oral and topical treatments. Read on to learn more about this condition and how we can help you. What is hyperhidrosis? Hyperhidrosis is a medical […]
How to Get Rid of Forehead Acne
Tired of those annoying, stubborn bumps that pop up on your forehead? Many factors can contribute to forehead acne, but luckily there are plenty of treatment options out there no matter what the cause. Read on to learn how you can say goodbye to forehead acne for good! What is forehead acne? Pimples can crop […]
The Link Between Diet & Eczema
In an imaginary world, a diet to avoid Eczema would be as simple as eating some magic food or drinking a magic potion – and poof, those itchy, red, scaly patches are gone! Unfortunately, this world is far from ideal, and for now, Eczema is a complicated condition and an incurable one. While there is […]
Five oily skin myths we need to stop believing
Are you tired of hearing uncalled advice on how to make your oily skin better? Or you might think that drinking much water will rehydrate your skin? False! It’s time to debunk some common skincare myths. Let’s get our facts straight and learn what’s right for your regimen. WHAT CAUSES OILY SKIN? Have you ever […]
CYSTS
Cysts are puss-filled pockets that form beneath the surface of the skin. Although typically painless, a ruptured or infected cyst should be immediately treated by a trained dermatologist. Cortisone injections, fluid draining, or surgical removal are just a few ways that unwanted cysts are effectively treated.
PSORIASIS
When the immune system produces skin cells too rapidly, the result is Psoriasis a skin condition characterized by dry, itchy, or scaly patches. Often caused b stress, anxiety, injury, or hormonal changes, nearly 8 million Americans suffer from this inflammatory condition.
MOLES
Moles are dark, flesh-colored growths that occur when skin cells are produced in a cluster. While most are benign, moles that become raised or change color over time can be early indicators of a dangerous form of skin cancer called melanoma. Our dermatologists can remove unwanted moles throughout your body as well as monitor the […]
