One of the most frequent issues with the holiday season and the skin is the interruption of cold sores. Whether you are preparing for family pictures, a gathering with family members you have not seen since last year, a party at work, or another big event – cold sores tend to pop up and interrupt… Continue reading about Cold Sores
“Winter itch” is the common name for dry and itchy skin that plagues many people during the winter months. Winter itch is associated with dry skin, especially in those with a history of eczema. The skin is the largest organ of the human body, and it is greatly affected by different external and internal factors.… Continue reading about Winter Itch
Cancer is one of the most dreaded words that anyone can hear at the doctor’s office. Skin cancer is estimated to affect up to half of fair-skinned people who live to be 65 here in America. Skin cancers include melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma. These skin cancers most often start as changes… Continue reading about Cancerous Mole Treatment
Acne has plagued humans from the beginning of time. In many people, acne flares up around puberty and young adulthood and then calms down as hormones regulate within the body. For others, however, acne is a skin condition that follows them throughout life and has a seriously negative effect on their entire lives. Dr. Jamie… Continue reading about Acne Treatment
While many conditions that affect the skin are caused by autoimmune diseases and are difficult to control, there are others that have direct links to lifestyle habits. Your skin is the largest organ of your entire body, therefore it is essential that you not only protect it on the outside (i.e. sunscreen) but that you… Continue reading about Habits That Affect Your Skin
Scabies is an intensely itchy skin condition caused by a tiny burrowing mite called Sarcoptes scabiei. Scabies is incredibly contagious, and it can easily spread through physical contact in family members, a child care facility, school, or nursing home. The tiny mite that burrows into the skin causes intense itching in the area of its… Continue reading about Scabies
Fall is finally here – both on the calendar and in the temperatures. While fall brings football, tailgating, bonfires, and an enjoyable reprieve from the oppressive summer heat, it can also bring miserable symptoms to those with allergies. Hay Fever, also known as allergic rhinitis, refers to cold-like symptoms that appear as a result of… Continue reading about Allergies and Your Skin
Your hands say a great deal about you whether you realize it or not. For instance, men who work on cars or with mechanics are generally noticed because of the permanent grease stains around their nails. In the same way, artists are easily identified because of clay or paint caked around their nails. For some,… Continue reading about Tips for Great Looking Nails
Warts are small, self-limited tumors that arise on the surface of the skin caused by viruses. Warts are considered to be a common infectious disease because they can be spread from person to person and they can spread throughout the body if aggravated. The clinical forms of warts include common warts, flat warts, plantar warts,… Continue reading about Warts: Causes and Removals
Ringworm is an unpleasant rash that affects the skin, and can also affect the nails and scalp. Unlike it sounds, ringworm is not a “worm” at all – giving many people a much easier time handling this skin condition. Ringworm is caused by mold-like fungi called Dermatophytes that live on the dead tissues of skin,… Continue reading about Ringworm
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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