Ringworm (tinea corporis) is a common fungal skin infection affecting animals and humans. It thrives in warm, damp environments and spreads very quickly by contact. However, you can still get ringworm in cooler regions because it is highly contagious. Merely touching someone or something used by an infected person (or animal) is enough. You can… Continue reading about How Does Ringworm Spread?
Moles (melanocytic naevi) are clusters of melanocytes, melanin-producing cells typically found in the bottom layer of the skin’s epidermis and other places. They are darker than the surrounding skin because of the melanin. Moles vary in appearance and size — smooth, bumpy, flat, protruding or hairy — but are typically circular with neat edges. In… Continue reading about Are Moles Preventable and Are They Dangerous?
Problems will not go away by ignoring them. This reality holds especially true with matters of health. Ignoring health problems or thinking they might go away on their own frequently worsens matters. Nail fungus, or onychomycosis, is a perfect example. Ignoring Nail Fungus is Dangerous Don’t dismiss this common ailment as merely an aesthetic problem… Continue reading about Top 6 Reasons You Must Seek Treatment of Nail Fungus
Melasma is a dermal condition characterized by brown to gray patches on the forearms, neck and face. Increased melanin production causes this discoloration, so some common triggers include sun exposure, certain medications and genetics. In some cases, a nutritional deficiency is the spark. Melasma and Malnutrition While melasma most often develops after prolonged sun exposure… Continue reading about Melasma Could be a Sign of Malnutrition
If you find welts on your skin that are red and blotchy, you may have hives. The size of these wheals can vary from as small as a freckle to as large as a dinner plate. It is common for the area to feel irritated, itchy and inflamed. In most cases, hives will resolve naturally… Continue reading about What Causes Hives?
Normally considered an intrinsic part of the teenage experience, spots and pimples can occur at any age. Facial blemishes in particular are hard to conceal – makeup can only do so much. Some people feel particularly embarrassed about breakouts and may avoid social occasions or go to any lengths to try and remove them. Unfortunately,… Continue reading about Troubled by Persistent Spots and Blemishes?
Contact dermatitis is a condition that is hard to live with, as it affects every aspect of your day. While at home, sufferers can take stringent care to ensure that they do not come into contact with allergens. However, the same precautions will not always work in public or at a workplace. No matter where… Continue reading about Is Contact Dermatitis Impacting Your Working Day?
More often identified in older patients, bullous pemphigoid results in large blisters that typically appear on areas of the skin that crease. Symptoms include an itchy rash, fluid-filled blisters or small sores in the mouth. Bullous pemphigoid is an autoimmune condition that is often brought on by a reaction to some medications. However, the exact… Continue reading about Challenges of Living with Blistering Skin Disease
If you suffer from small lumps under your skin or even draining open sores, especially in areas where the skin rubs together, you should get evaluated for Hidradenitis Suppurativa. This skin condition causing so much discomfort may respond to treatment from Medical Dermatology Specialists, Inc. What is Hidradenitis Suppurativa? Hidradenitis suppurativa is a skin disorder… Continue reading about Atlanta Hidradenitis Suppurativa Treatment
If you do a simple search for types of alopecia, you’ll find a variety of answers, from 3 to 5, 7 and 11. So what is the confusion all about? As alopecia has become a more commonly known condition through a certain incident in the news, it’s time to start understanding more about this devastating… Continue reading about Alopecia Types and Treatments
If your skin disease is affecting your quality of life or you have been told your skin disorder is no longer treatable, we invite you to discover our unique medical dermatology practice in Atlanta. You will find a team of experts in dermatology who are not only dedicated to treating your skin symptoms, but who will work with your primary care doctor and other specialists to give you the comprehensive skin care approach you need to be healthy. Dr. Weisman can show you what it means to have a doctor who is truly an advocate for your health.
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