Itchy skin, also known as pruritus, is an irritating feeling that makes the patient want to scratch themselves. While it is often accompanied by a rash, redness or blisters, the skin can sometimes look normal. Itchy skin has multiple causes, and some of them, like liver disease, can be surprisingly serious. To get relief, the… Read more »
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FOODS TO AVOID IF YOU HAVE PSORIASIS
While scientific research has not definitively linked what you eat to psoriasis flare-ups, many sufferers report that cutting out certain foods and drinks can relieve painful symptoms. Psoriasis is a skin condition that impacts millions of people. It can cause cells to build up on the skin’s surface. These extra cells can make skin itchy and… Read more »
MINIMIZING ECZEMA FLARE-UPS AS WEATHER CHANGES
The word eczema describes any of several conditions that cause the skin to become inflamed or irritated. While there are several types, they nearly all cause an itchy rash. Eczema can occur anywhere, but it most commonly affects the face, wrists, hands, feet or back of the knees. Some people have “flare ups” during which the eczema… Read more »
PROTECT YOUR SKIN WITH ELTAMD UV PRODUCTS
Just about every woman is looking for solutions to eradicate skin concerns like fine lines and signs of aging. While there are plenty of methods one can use to get rid of skin concerns that they already have, the absolute best way to beat wrinkles is by preventing them from forming in the first place.… Read more »
HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU SEE A DERMATOLOGIST?
Skin is the largest organ. It protects the body from the elements, fights bacteria, and helps regulate body temperature. Since it is an organ, skin is susceptible to illnesses like cancer in the same way other body organs are. In fact, it is estimated that on an annual basis there are more than 12,000 fatal… Read more »
BENEFITS OF USING MEDICAL-GRADE SKIN CARE PRODUCTS
Medical-grade skin care products, also known as cosmeceuticals, contain active ingredients that have been clinically proven to have a positive effect on skin. These kinds of products are sold in our dermatology office. They are often categorized as a blend between cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, providing both aesthetic and medicinal benefits. It is a good idea to… Read more »
ECZEMA VS PSORIASIS – WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?
When it comes to skin conditions, “rash” is a kind of catch-all term that is used to describe itchy outbreaks. While rashes can potentially represent a myriad of dermal ailments, two of the most common are eczema and psoriasis. Both complaints can cause itching, redness, discomfort and embarrassment due to their appearances – but they… Read more »
IMPORTANCE OF SUNSCREEN – EVEN THROUGH THE WINTER
Many people think that sunscreen is only important during the summer months. However, wearing sunscreen is just as important during the winter as it is during the summer. There are several ways you will be able to benefit by wearing sunscreen during the cold months that will keep you skin beautiful and healthy year round.… Read more »
Poison Ivy – the Green Monster
While we are home during this COVID-19 pandemic, we are getting outside for a variety of activities as best we can while practicing social distancing. Me, well, I am an avid gardener, and one of my favorite times is early spring. Sedum plants erupt from the earth. Bleeding heart plants transform overnight from tiny shoots… Read more »
What are the Risks of My Medications in the Time of COVID-19?
Western allopathic medicine—the profession of MDs and DOs—is based on the scientific method. Studying the root of disease and adapting to the best available evidence is responsible for the marvels of modern public health, medical devices, and drugs. These prescription medicines go through a rigorous period of scientific study, generating data that must be compelling… Read more »
So Many Skin Care Products! How Do I Choose?
Perhaps quarantine has given you time to reevaluate your medicine cabinet full of skin care products. How did I ever accumulate so much stuff?! Over the years, you’ve been lured into purchasing products at the pharmacy or high-end department stores or salons, not knowing which would give the results you truly desire: clear, healthy, beautiful… Read more »
BE AWARE OF THE SIGNS OF SKIN CANCER AND TAKE PREVENTIVE MEASURES
As we head towards summer, and continue to observe Melanoma Month, it is a great time to look at your skin for signs of skin cancer. I recommend heading to a bathroom with good light and a large bathroom mirror. Get undressed down to your birthday suit and use a hand mirror to help you… Read more »