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The Complete Guide to Mole Removal

Moles literally come in all shapes, sizes, and places. Some can be left alone and others should be removed, either for medical or cosmetic reasons. If a mole needs to be removed, there are several options for getting rid of a mole, ranging from laser mole removal to shaving it down. Whatever the need, a trusted dermatologist will deliver the best results. Medical Mole Removal People have moles removed for a variety of medical reasons. Some moles will t...

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Your Guide to Melasma: Causes, Treatment Options, and What to Expect

You’ve seen those dreaded brown patches on people’s faces. Maybe you’ve wondered if it’s a sign of something worse or what they did to cause it. If you’ve noticed a patchy area on your own face, you may be wary of labeling it, hoping it’ll just disappear one day. However, what you’re seeing may be a condition known as melasma. Melasma, or the darkening of skin on the face, is triggered by a combination of several factors but has no single...

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Itchy, Flaky Scalp? It May Be More than Just Dandruff

We’ve all be there – the itchy scalp, the white flakes. It must be dandruff, right? But what if the dandruff shampoo doesn’t work? When the shampoos fail, we usually assume we have a bad case of a dry scalp. However, there may be something else going on. If you’re using a dandruff shampoo, yet the itching and flaking persists, it’s time to visit your dermatologist. Two Possible Conditions Dandruff is a widespread problem, but sometimes it t...

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Tired of Battling Oily Skin? Here’s How to Deal With the Shine.

People with dry skin continue to look for ways to add a glow to their skin. But those with oily skin can’t keep that glow from outshining their look. If you’ve ever experienced oily skin, you know the routine: wash with a deep cleanser, use a strong toner, avoid moisturizer, apply make-up, and hope for the best! In reality, some of these steps may be making your oily skin problem worse. Is Oily Skin Bad? People with an oily face often feel plagued...

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How to Treat Cracked Feet for Soft, Smooth Heels

Everyone hates having dry, cracked feet and understandably so – it’s uncomfortable and sometimes unsightly. Fortunately, this is a problem you can fix! With a little intentionality, this thick skin can be a frustration of the past. What Causes Dry Cracked Feet? Enjoy going barefoot? Your feet may not. If you often find yourself shoeless, this could be the cause of your problem. In fact, a lot of people grow thick skin on the bottoms of their feet b...

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Stretch Mark Removal: Which Treatments Really Work?

If you have stretch marks, more than likely you’ve thought about how to get rid of them. Advertisers capitalize on this with new oils and bloggers capitalize on this with new home concoctions, but what would your dermatologist tell you to do? What really works? What Are Stretch Marks? To understand treatment options, you first have to understand stretch marks. Stretch marks are scars that occur when the skin stretches as people grow, maybe in a growt...

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Irritated Skin? It May Not Be What You Think.

The only thing worse than having an itch is having an itch you can’t scratch. Irritated skin is annoying to say the least, but becomes exasperating when the cause is unknown and the cure is unfound. Most people blame dry skin for itchiness, but several other factors can cause an itch as well. Allergies Allergies are often the cause of dry skin. Rashes occur in different part of our bodies but you may be able able to figure out what caused it just by...

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How to Treat Poison Ivy in Texas

There’s a lot of poison ivy in Texas. Not the kind you’d find in a Batman movie or the song from the 1950s, but that awful, itchy kind that’s popping up in your backyard. Before you try to get rid of poison ivy with “an ocean of calamine lotion,” make sure you understand what poison ivy is, why you shouldn’t panic about it spreading, and the right way to treat poison ivy. What is Poison Ivy? Poison ivy is a plant that grows like a vine and ...

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Psoriasis: Causes, Appearance, and Treatments Options

Psoriasis affects as many as 7.5 million people in the United States. And although psoriasis can occur at any age, most people have their first outbreak between the ages of 15 and 35, according to the National Psoriasis Foundation. Many people are affected by psoriasis, but they don’t know what causes it or how it can be treated. Let’s talk about what psoriasis is, what it looks like, where it’s commonly found on the body, and what treatment opti...

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When Should You Visit The Dermatologist?

When you have a toothache, you go to a dentist. When you have a foot problem, you go to a podiatrist. When you’re pregnant, you go to an ob-gyn. So why aren’t you visiting a dermatologist about that skin problem? A dermatologist is extensively trained to understand diseases affecting the skin and treatments that improve skin health. That training involves four years of medical school, one year of internship and typically three years of dermatology ...

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