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New iPhone applications help tracking suspicious moles !!
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Malignant Melanoma – Some Important Facts.
Malignant melanoma is the most dangerous skin cancer. This increase that the melanin producing … [Read More...]
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Diaper Rash Treatment – 8 Best Tips !
Diaper Rash Treatment- The skin of an infant is very thin and easily damaged. Even short exposure to the sun’s rays or to hot water will cause a burn. The use of chemicals and soaps which are unsuitable for an infant’s delicate skin can lead to irritation or to the development of an allergic reaction. [...]
Nail FungI Laser Treatment – Current Dermatologist Opinion.
In the last year a few laser systems were introduced for the treatment of nail fungI. The idea behind the nail fungus laser is the difference in water content of the fungi (70 percent) and the keratinous material in the nails (7 percent) . The laser used to treat nail fungi emits a wavelength that [...]
Fungal Skin Infections – What To Do ?
Fungal Skin Infections- Fungal infections of the body caused by dermatophytes are common among children who come into close contact with pets. These infections appear as scaly flat rings with red edges and pale centers. The rings grow and cover large areas of the body, including the face. Since the external symptoms of the infection [...]
Corner of the Mouth Skin Infections – Causes and Treatment
INFECTIONS AT THE CORNERS OF THE MOUTH Redness and a white discharge at the corners of the mouth are a common occurrence in older people. The main causes of this condition are a change in the structure of the mouth as a result of the loss of teeth and the sagging of the cheek muscles. [...]
Ten Reasons to Get Rid of Nail Fungi ;
Nails fungi or Onychomycosis (dermatophytic onychomycosis) is an infection caused by fungus, which affects the toenails or fingernails. It is a very common disease of the nails and contributes to about a half of all nail abnormalities. Toenail infections are more common than fingernails. The prevalence of this infection is about 6 to 8 percent [...]
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Acne Treatment Update- Dermatologist’s View
TREATMENTS FOR ACNE In light of my experience in treating thousands of cases of acne, I would advise any young person who begins to develop acne to consult a dermatologist. The appearance of the pustules themselves as well as the marks and scars they leave have an enormous influence on the mood and even on [...]
Diet and Acne – How to Prevent Acne with Proper Food.
Research conducted primitive tribes in Southeast Asia showed that teenagers fed on a basic diet of meat and grain gathered in nature almost never suffer from acne. It seems that sugar, white flour and cow milk are among the factors that can exacerbate acne. It is well known salt contains small amounts of iodine. Since [...]
Acne Pimples – The Seven Most Important Tips
SOME COMMON MYTHS ABOUT ACNE [1] Acne goes away by itself in time. The truth: acne can last for years after adolescence, and there are many adults who suffer from it. [2] Lack of physical exercise or sexual activity causes or worsens acne. The truth: At the time of this writing, no clear connection has [...]
Shaving Problems – Nine Best Dermatologist’s Rules
Shaving Problems- Shave after washing the face with hot water; even better, after a shower, since heat and humidity soften the beard. Shaving with a razor blade is preferable to using an electric razor. Electric razors crush the hairs of the beard, and they may penetrate and wound the skin. Only shave in one direction, [...]
Acne Vulgaris – Why Me ?
Acne Vulgaris Acne is a common skin condition which affects 80% to 90% of the population. It takes different forms and varies in severity from one person to another, often changing as the patient ages. Despite the fact that it most often appears in adolescence, it can appear as early as the age of nine [...]
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New iPhone applications help tracking suspicious moles !!
The increasing risk of melanoma is well known. It is also well known that early excision of the Melanoma saves lives. New moles or change in existing moles are some of the more important alert signs. Change the size, color, margins, symmetry or itching or bleeding are suspicious events that require a doctor to diagnose and remove these skin lesions. [...]
Seborrhea or Cradle Cap in Infants. How to treat.
Cradle cap or infantile Seborrheic dermatitis - Seborea is a common skin disorder in babies. Seborrhea or Seborea occurs when the sebaceous glands are producing excessive sebum (skin oil). It is believed that baby scalp seborrhea is caused by testosterone (male hormone) that has been transmitted from the mother to her newborn during pregnancy. The effect of these hormone [...]
Seborrheic Dermatitis – New Treatments
What is Seborrheic dermatitis? Red skin along with irritation and flaking (desquamation) are the main symptoms of a skin condition called Seborrheic dermatitis or seborea. Mostly located in areas of the body where the sebaceous glands are dense, areas like the side of the nose , between the eyebrows, on the scalp and less frequently [...]
