It’s happened to us all. We try to be good and apply sunscreen, still ending up with a sun burn. This leads to thinking something like “why wear it at all, it doesn’t work anyway.” Another one I hear is “it’s in my makeup, so I’m good for the day” or “I’m indoors all day so I don’t need to…
When you hear the word Dandruff, you probably think of that snowy, flaking skin on the scalp that comes and goes, leaving white specks all over your clothes and pillows. Yes, this is likely dandruff, or Seborrheic Dermatitis in medical terms, but could also be psoriasis. For this article, we’ll focus on good old-fashioned dandruff. This annoying rash is very…
What is a molluscum? It sounds like some sort of sea creature. Those of you with small children have likely seen them crop up near the knees, belly or arms of little children, especially after a fun summer spent at the swimming pool or playing with friends. If you have no idea what I’m talking about, read on. It is…
A common reason why people come to the dermatology office is because they are growing new spots. These spots are noticed after the age of 30, generally. Sometimes the spots are quite dark, and they’re raised. They draw attention from family and friends, and you might hear something like “you really should go get that checked out!” Well, the spots…
Not all types of hair loss are the same. There are types of hair loss that occur from a swift change to the body, such as pregnancy or illness, causing a diffuse shedding of hair all over the scalp. There are types of hair loss that are hereditary and cause a patterned type of thinning or baldness on the crown…
People think acne isn’t a big deal, but it is. Treating acne is one of the most satisfying things I do as an experienced dermatology provider. There’s just something about a young lady with scarring acne, who has self-esteem in the dumps, because she is made fun of or is ignored, and helping that beautiful girl blossom into who she…
For many of us, winter is a time filled with outdoor fun and activity. For some, however, dry and itchy skin effects our daily lives, limiting activity and enjoyment of this special season. There are many factors that contribute to dry, itchy skin. Some are as simple as the soaps we use, the lotions or creams we don’t apply, and…
Health insurance is a great thing in the event of a catastrophic accident, or even one trip to the ER. Health insurance is a great thing if you can afford it, and it actually does something for you. I have been so fortunate all my life to have been fully covered by insurance, under my parents and then as a…