When people have alopecia areata, their hair starts to fall out, leaving circular bald spots. They may shed some of their body hair as well. The missing hair could grow back soon afterward or years later. In some cases, people see regrowth only to lose their hair once again. Worst of all, about 5 percent of …
Due to an immense number of medically recognized skin conditions and disorders, it can be tough for the untrained eye to distinguish one type from another. Two of the most commonly confused skin disorders are eczema and psoriasis. While both are troublesome and can lead to itching and irritation, the terms cannot be used interchangeably. Each disorder has …
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The itching. The scratching. The constant discomfort. If you struggle with atopic dermatitis, you know how irritating the skin ailment can be, and likely do everything in your power to avoid a flare-up. One overlooked factor that can cause your atopic dermatitis to flare up is the foods you eat, as several foods can possibly trigger an …
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As temperatures start to cool down, you may notice a change in something other than your wardrobe – your skin. The dry, windy air can cause major issues…unless you have a plan! Follow these 5 tips to help fight skin damage this winter: 1. AVOID HOT WATER While it may be tempting to take a …
“Oh no! Not another one! I thought I got rid of them for good this time!” How many times have you caught yourself saying this in the mirror? Just when you thought you got rid of those pesky pimples, they pop up at the most inconvenient time. Just before an interview or the morning of …
6.8 million people in the U.S. are affected by alopecia areata. Alopecia is an autoimmune skin disorder that causes hair loss on the scalp, face, and other areas of the body. Many things are still unknown about it, including the cause, which makes people’s minds wander with mystery. Although there is still a lot to …
What you need to know before your first visit with us… Prior to your first visit: In preparation for your first visit, there are a couple of things you need to bring with you: Valid photo ID List of current medications you are taking Your medical history Parent or guardian if you are under 18 …
Vitiligo is a systemic disease affecting the largest organ in the body, the skin. It is a lifelong condition those diagnosed with will likely never be free of. The unpredictability of the loss of skin color and overlying hair color can be frustrating. Contrary to popular belief, vitiligo is not life-threatening or contagious. Learning more …
Tell your patients about International Clinical Research Studies! Refer someone and if they enroll in a study, we’ll give you $100! It’s easy! Just fill out an application form and answer “How Did You Hear About Us?” with “Other” (this is where “patient referral” and the doctor’s name goes) or you can have them call …
Does your psoriasis flare up for no rhyme or reason? What if I told you that behind almost every flare-up are triggers that are causing it? Don’t believe me? Keep reading. Psoriasis is a skin condition that speeds up the life cycle of skin cells in days versus weeks. The scales build up quickly on …