In our clinics, we are seeing an increasing number of patients experiencing hair loss after COVID-19. For this reason, we wanted to share information about this type of hair loss. The best dermatologists know that hair loss can be very stressful for those troubled with it. We hope this information reduces some of your stress during these trying times.
Skin tags are non-cancerous growths that typically do not cause problems or require treatment. However, these soft skin lesions can be pesky and cause issues ranging from cosmetic concerns to discomfort. They might catch on a razor, clothing, jewelry, or bed linens, which can be uncomfortable. Skin tags affect and are common in both men and women over the age of 50. They can appear all over the body, however, they are commonly found in places where your skin folds. In this article, we discuss the causes of skin tags, as well as treatment and removal options.
In dermatology, one of our primary areas of focus is abnormal moles (nevus/nevi) and skin cancer, like melanoma. Nevertheless, most common moles are completely normal and harmless. Despite that, mole removal may be considered for various reasons.
The best dermatologists know that all adults should have a total-body skin examination every year. The purpose of this is for early detection and treatment of skin cancers, especially melanoma. Early treatment of these cancers can reduce complications and save lives.
Wondering if it is safe to see your dermatologist during a pandemic? These are the steps we have taken at Advanced Dermatology of the Midlands to keep patients, staff, and the community safe.
As winter sets in, the cold weather often brings an increase in skin discomfort. Many individuals report sensations that feel like a rash but no rash is visible. This perplexing condition can range from localized itching, such as around insect bites, to widespread sensations that affect large areas of the body.
Dry skin remains the leading cause of itching without visible signs, especially during colder months. Understanding potential causes and remedies is crucial for addressing this issue effectively.
The best dermatologists know that the number one cause of widespread itching all over the body with no rash is dry skin. In most cases of widespread itching all over due to dryness, you may have little or no rash. Keep reading to learn more about itching without a rash, dry skin, and home remedies to treat skin itching.
Unwanted hair on your face or body is a common issue that we see in our clinics at Advanced Dermatology of the Midlands. Unwanted hair growth can run in families. Though women tend to seek care for this problem more frequently, men can be affected by unwanted or excess hair growth as well. This post will address the issue and…
To be human is to have anxiety. Some degree of anxiety is generally lurking in the background getting us out of bed in the morning, motivating us to get stuff done every day. But at times, anxiety can grow and essentially take over our lives. When it comes to dermatology problems, hair loss (alopecia) is one of the primary conditions we encounter that is often intertwined with anxiety.
Have you ever had an itchy rash that is so uncomfortable it can disturb your sleep? Is this rash persistent or does it come and go, with repetitive outbreaks? Does your rash last for days, weeks, or months? If your answer is yes to one or more of those questions, there is a decent chance that you have allergic contact dermatitis. Allergic contact dermatitis is exceedingly common—virtually every person will have at least one episode of this rash during their lifetime. Some of us are affected more severely than others.
What is actinic keratosis? Actinic keratosis (AK), also known as solar keratosis, is a spot on the top layer of skin that generally develops in adults and is pre-cancerous. Like many changes in the skin that occur over our lives, sunlight exposure and sun damage will cause these skin growths to appear. Over time, the photons of ultraviolet (UV) light trigger enough damage to the DNA of skin cells that the skin starts to grow more rapidly than it should.