11 January 2024
Dermatitis is a common skin condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It can cause intense itching, redness, flaking, and even blisters in severe cases. The condition can be caused by a variety of factors, including allergies, irritants, stress, and genetics. In this blog post, we will discuss how to spot the signs of dermatitis and when to see a dermatologist for treatment. Types of Dermatitis: There are different types of dermatitis that can affect the skin.
13 January 2023
Did you know you can go to the dermatologist for your cosmetic as well as medical skin needs? Your dermatologist is as equally capable of giving you Botox injections and similar care as they are able to treat your acne and other skin conditions. While facial injections aren't for everyone, they do have their place in a skincare routine, especially if a patient is worried about overly expressive skin or has other issues they want to address with wrinkling and fine lines.
11 July 2022
According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, approximately one in five Americans will develop some form of skin cancer before they turn 70. If you are concerned about a suspicious mole, have a history of skin cancer in the family, or are simply concerned about your health, your doctor might schedule a skin cancer screening. If you have never been to this type of appointment, here are a few things you can expect to occur during a skin cancer screening.
16 February 2022
Skin cancer is a common type of cancer among Americans, affecting one in five people. However, the disease is treatable if detected early by a dermatologist. Thus, if you see a spot on your skin and suspect that it might be skin cancer, it is essential to get an accurate diagnosis to start treatment early. The probability of the treatment working is high if the cancerous spots are detected early. In most cases, skin cancer treatments involve extracting the cancerous spot immediately, thus preventing it from growing and making the treatment harder.
13 September 2021
Getting wrinkles as you get older is a part of life, and can't be completely avoided. However, you can make a big difference in your skin if you know what to do. This can mean the difference between having deep wrinkles and creases or minor fine lines. If you want to do everything that you can to reduce your development of wrinkles, then here's a three-step plan to do just that.
15 January 2021
The skin is actually the largest organ of your body. It performs several functions such as protecting the inner layers of the body from the external elements. The skin also excretes waste products from inside the body through sweating. The hairs on the skin and the fat in the inner layers help in body temperature regulation. Therefore, you need to take good care of your skin because it has more uses than enhancing beauty.
17 September 2020
Whether you had several serious sunburns as a child and are at higher-than-average risk of developing skin cancer or simply have too many moles to reliably monitor on your own, having an annual mole check is usually a good idea. During a mole check, a dermatologist will give you a thorough head-to-toe examination to look for any suspicious moles, following up with a biopsy or close monitoring for any moles or blemishes that could be problematic.