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
Summertime is full of shorts, suntans, and skinned knees. Summertime is also when the majority of scars are formed or are made worse. Injuries can occur anytime throughout the year, yet it is the summer sun that often sets them in place and makes them difficult to fade. Scar prevention is very important for any… Continue reading about Scar Prevention
Medical dermatology, also known as immunodermatology, involves the diagnosis and management of complex dermatologic diseases. Medical dermatology requires that the doctor be fully trained in general dermatology, but it is limited to treating patients with more complicated diseases and conditions as they relate to the skin. While skin conditions and diseases affect the skin, they… Continue reading about What is Medical Dermatology
Melanoma is a serious form of skin cancer that needs to be taken seriously and addressed as early as possible. Melanomas develop from specialized skin cells called melanocytes with produce melanin, the pigment that causes the skin to darken, or tan, in the sun. When melanomas remain in the epidermis – the outer layer of… Continue reading about When Is a Freckle or Mole Suspicious?
Diapers are a necessity for all babies and toddlers, but they do not come without their disadvantages. Diapers are worn against the skin in order to absorb wetness, yet because they do hold wetness, diapers can cause a rash to develop on the delicate skin of the bottom region. During the summer, diaper rash is… Continue reading about Diaper Rash and Summer
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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