Dermatology Surgery Center Blog
What You Need to Know About Photodamaged Skin
You know that excessive sun exposure can increase your risk of skin cancer, but you may not know the extent to which sunlight can damage your skin, even without cancer development. This damage is known as photodamage. In this blog, we cover the basics of this condition as well as current methods of treatment. What […]
Read More...What Is Mohs Surgery, and How Can It Help?
Everyone is familiar with the most common forms of cancer treatment, such as chemotherapy and radiation. When patients are first diagnosed with skin cancer, they often think that they’ll have to undergo these treatments. If you have a severe form of skin cancer, like melanoma, your doctor might recommend traditional cancer treatments. However, if you […]
Read More...4 Facts Parents Should Know About Heat Rash
Heat rash is one of the most common kinds of seasonal skin irritations, especially among children. As a parent, you should understand this condition so you can identify heat rashes when they occur and get your child the treatment that he or she needs. In this blog, we provide an overview of four basic facts […]
Read More...Managing and Treating Your Eczema: What You Should Know
When you see blotches of dry, red, itchy skin on your body, you may be troubled or irritated. The urge to scratch may be overwhelming, and you may be embarrassed by any visible skin irritation. This kind of skin inflammation or irritation can often be attributed to eczema, a long-lasting condition that can linger or […]
Read More...5 Ways Parents Can Protect Their Kids From Skin Cancer Risks
Adults are at a much higher risk than children are of developing skin cancer, which is reassuring to many parents who worry about their kids’ health. Only around 300 children in the US are diagnosed with melanoma, the most dangerous form of skin cancer, annually. However, exposure to UV rays earlier in childhood might increase […]
Read More...Worried About Skin Cancer? Know Your Risks
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. While it can often be treated and cured successfully, it can sometimes be fatal. Even if the cancer is treatable, the process is unpleasant and expensive. If you worry about getting skin cancer, […]
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