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Early detection of skin cancer is absolutely vital—the earlier treatment begins, the better your prognosis. While you should visit your dermatologist yearly for a skin cancer check, you should also keep an eye on your skin at home. Here are some important skin cancer...

Acne is unpleasant whether you are 13, 23, or 33. Finding an acne treatment that works for you is very important. Here are four things you can do to help cure your acne. Find a cleanser that won't dry out your skin or make your acne worse. A gentle scrub is a good...

Protecting your skin from the sun is one of the best ways to keep your complexion youthful and wrinkle-free. Visit the following websites for more information about skincare and various cosmetic procedures. At MayoClinic.com, you can read more about varicose veins and...

Join us Sunday, October 16th at Lincoln Park for 1k and 5k walks! Some skin conditions and cancers can be completely cured, while others can be managed with treatment to minimize symptoms and reduce the frequency and intensity of outbreaks. If you have any questions...

Check out Altman Dermatology Associates' Open House on July 26, 2011, featuring representatives from leaders in the skincare industry discussing state-of-the-art products.  Call us today at 847-392-5440!

The sun and the skin have a paradoxical relationship. While daily sun exposure is the body’s primary means of manufacturing calcitriol (also called vitamin D, a key factor in bone health), excessive sunlight can cause damage to the skin, leading to premature aging and...

The skin is a remarkable organ. It serves as a barrier, protecting the body from damage and disease. Its blood vessels act as a coolant system, dilating to let moving blood cool off and constricting to keep heat in. The skin has so many functions that an entire branch...

Have you ever wondered why we made so much progress in technology and still do not know how to cure cancer? In this edition of Newsweek (double issue from May 24 and 31,2010), we read that medical research is not making progress rapidly enough and that scientific...

Rashes can be symptomatic of many conditions, from fungal infections to viruses. Rashes often cause itching, redness, and pain. In this video, Dr. Loretta Ciraldo explains how to identify certain skin conditions based upon the rash they cause.  If you have any...