Know Your Moles
It’s the season of heat, sunshine, and unfortunately, sun burns. Here’s what to watch for when it comes to skin cancer. What’s the Difference Between a Mole and a Melanoma? Mole: Clusters of pigment-containing cells …
Conditions
What Causes Cold Sores?
Cold sores (Herpes Labialis) are a common condition that are caused by an infection with, or later with the reactivation of the herpes simplex virus. Commonly located on the lips, (occasionally not on the lip, …
Cyst Or Something More Serious?
Bumps and lumps under the skin are pretty common, and are generally harmless, but they can be worrisome. Often the scariest question people ask themselves is whether or not that lump is a cancerous tumor. …
Tiny Bumps On My Child’s Skin: What Is It?
Understanding molluscum and how it’s treated Tiny bumps that look like growths or warts often appear on the skin of children ages 1-12. They may be shiny, or have an indented center. While something like …
Papular urticaria
Author: Dr Amanda Oakley, Dermatologist, Hamilton, New Zealand, 1997. What is papular urticaria? Papular urticaria is a common reaction to insect bites. It is more common in children than in adults. Crops of very itchy …
Melasma Treatment with Skin Lighteners
Melasma is a condition where brown patches appear on the face. Dermatologists see about 200,000 cases per year. Fortunately, it is easy to spot, and treatable. If left untreated, it can last for years. Melasma …
Psoriasis Scalp Care
Psoriasis may cause thick, adherent scales that pile up on the scalp. This makes it difficult for topical medications to reach the scalp skin. The thick scales are difficult to remove. Scalp psoriasis may respond …