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Recognizing the Risk Factors for Psoriasis
Psoriasis can be an uncomfortable and frustrating skin condition. If you have been diagnosed, it’s important to see your dermatologist regularly as part of your psoriasis treatment plan, to ensure that your care is managing your symptoms as effectively as possible. If...
What Every Patient Needs to Know about Mollescum Contagiosum
Mollescum contagiosum is a common, viral skin condition that is generally harmless. Despite the fact that it doesn’t pose any long-term health risks, treating it is usually recommended by dermatologists to prevent it from spreading. Mollescum contagiosum is the...
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Understanding the Link Between Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis
If your dermatologist has diagnosed you with psoriasis, one complication you need to know about is psoriatic arthritis. This painful condition can cause permanent joint damage if not treated, so talk to the dermatologist who manages your psoriasis treatment if you...
Is Psoriasis Curable?
Psoriasis is a common, frustrating skin condition that can cause discomfort and embarrassment. Although there is no cure, there are many psoriasis treatments available to help you get relief from the nagging symptoms. Psoriasis is an autoimmune condition in which the...
Tips for Reapplying Sunscreen Over Makeup
As your dermatologist will tell you, wearing sunscreen is one of the most important things you can do to reduce your risk of skin cancer. Ideally, you should reapply sunscreen every two hours, but when you’re wearing makeup, you may be hesitant put additional lotion...
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FAQs About Mohs Surgery Scarring
Mohs surgery is performed to remove basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas. This skin cancer treatment is performed using local anesthesia on an outpatient basis, so there are minimal side effects. One major concern many patients facing Mohs surgery have, however, is...
Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Actinic Keratoses
Actinic keratoses —AKs—are scaly patches on the skin that are typically caused by sun exposure. Although they are often benign, they do have the potential to turn into skin cancer. Ignoring AKs could be dangerous, so see your dermatologist if you develop a scaly patch...