Xerosis, a medical term for dry skin is a common but manageable problem. Xerosis is more common in elderly patients who appear to have decreased lipid composition of the top layer of skin that helps prevent water loss on our skin. Retaining moisture in the skin becomes difficult as we age. When the natural moisture is lost, skin becomes dry,…
Warts are a result of infection by human papilloma virus of the epidermis of the skin. The infection renders the epidermis to become extremely thick and rough. If left untreated, warts can spread to adjacent skin or distant areas. Multiple treatment modalities are used depending on the size and age of the patient including cryotherapy, cantheron, and curettage. Elimination of…
Vitiligo is a skin condition in which there is a loss of pigmentation resulting in areas of white skin. We offer comprehensive vitiligo treatments including topical medications, steroid injections, and narrow band ultraviolet B phototherapy.
The second most common skin cancer diagnosed in the United States. Again, it is primarily found in fair-skinned people than in dark-skinned populations. Typically location included the rim of the ear, the face, scalp, lips, and mouth. Cancer may appear as a red scaly bump or patch, or as a red patch with ulceration. SCC can develop into large masses,…
Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC): the most common type of skin cancer found on the head, scalp, neck, chest, forearm, and hands as a small, red, dome-shaped or pearly looking nodule. It is a type of skin cancer that if left untreated, the lesion can often bleed, crust over, heal, and repeat the cycle, and can extend below the skin to…
Herpes zoster, also known as shingles, is caused by varicella zoster virus (VZV). Herpes zoster may occur at any age, but is more frequently seen in the elderly population with peak incidence in ages 50-70. The higher incidence among elderly persons may be related to a decrease in cellular immunity. However, people who are using immunosupressants or are immune-compromised (malignancy,…
Seborrheic keratosis (SK) is a benign skin growth commonly seen among people over 40 years of age. SK, also known as barnacles can come in different colors such as brown, black, or skin-colored growths on the face, chest, shoulders and back. The growths on the skin are usually multiple, with a waxy, scaly, slightly elevated, or warty and “stuck on”…
Rosacea is a skin condition that causes redness on the face. Many times, the first appearance of rosacea can look like acne. Often, people may present with flushed cheeks. You may notice small red blood vessels on the skin or your nose might seem redder and more bulbous looking. Book an appointment with us for consulting and discussing possible treatment…
Psoriasis is a chronic, inflammatory, and recurrent skin disorder that affects the life cycle of skin cells. The cause of psoriasis is not known, but it is believed to have a genetic component. Currently, there is no complete cure for psoriasis. However, there are many treatment options that can clear psoriasis for a period of time including phototherapy and oral…
Malignant Melanoma is rare compared to BCC and SCC, but the most deadly of all skin cancers. Excessive and cumulative sun exposure, especially severe sunburn is the single most important preventable cause of melanoma. Melanoma may appear suddenly or begin in or near an existing mole or dark spot in the skin. It is important to self-observe and know the…