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Eczema in Adults vs Children: Differences in Treatment and Care

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Eczema is an inflammation of the skin often linked with allergies. Doctors often use the terms eczema and atopic dermatitis interchangeably because most cases of eczema are caused by atopic dermatitis. It is a non-contagious skin disorder which causes itchy, scaly, skin which lowers a child’s quality of life because they constantly want to scratch.

It usually affects babies and very young children, but it can also last into adolescence and adulthood. Let’s explore eczema in adults vs children, along with differences in treatment and care.

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How to Prevent Plantar Warts: Tips for Keeping Your Feet Wart-Free

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Plantar warts, though often harmless, can be an uncomfortable and sometimes painful issue affecting the soles of the feet. Caused by certain strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV), plantar warts are highly contagious and thrive in warm, moist environments like public pools and showers.

Though common, plantar warts can be challenging to treat and may take months or even years to fully heal. That’s why maintaining good foot health and taking preventative steps are so essential in keeping your feet wart-free. Below, we take a look at how plantar warts develop, what causes them, and some effective ways to keep your feet wart-free!

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Debunking Common Myths About Skin Cancer

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Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, one in five Americans will develop skin cancer by the age of 70. Despite its prevalence, many myths about skin cancer persist, leading to misconceptions about risk factors and prevention.

Understanding the truth about skin cancer is crucial for early detection and prevention. Below, we’ll debunk common myths about skin cancer to help you protect yourself and your loved ones.

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How to Perform a Skin Self-Exam: A Step-by-Step Guide

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There are many familiar rituals we Americans perform all the time like heading to the beach in summer and tailgating during football season. One ritual in particular is important to safeguard our skin from the danger of UV rays from the sun. This ritual should be performed monthly whether you are a “newbie” or an “old hand.”  Learning how to perform a skin self-exam: a step by step guide is critical. Many times this is followed by a visit to a board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Dean Goodless for further investigation.

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Strategies For Clearing Up Breakouts In The Hot Summer

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It might seem logical that being in the sun might dry up acne on your face and back. However, no amount of sunbathing will help, plus it’s dangerous for your skin. In fact, summertime can increase your breakouts just when you want to pull out your tank tops and bathing suit. It might be time for a summer acne SOS: strategies for clearing up breakouts in the hot summer. Continue reading “Strategies For Clearing Up Breakouts In The Hot Summer” →

Reversing Summer Sun Damage to Your Skin

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You have tried to be conscientious this summer about wearing sunscreen, but alas, there were times you forgot to reapply it. Then there were all those countless other summers when you were careless about protecting your skin, so now you are left with sun damage. But, there’s some good news! Reversing summer sun damage to your skin is possible, if you know how.

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Dos and Don’ts for People With Dry Skin

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A lot of skin care tips that you might read on the internet are meant for people who have normal skin. If your skin is more naturally dry than others, you need to take care of your skin differently.

Things that you do every day could be causing your skin to become drier and drier over time. By cutting out the following habits, you may be able to allow your skin to retain moisture:

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Detecting Early: The ABCDEs of Skin Cancer Detection

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People of a certain age might remember when sunbathers, including them, sat at the beach without sunscreen. Instead they might have used baby oil on their skin to increase their gorgeous tan. Little did they know that using baby oil increased their risk of skin cancer since it attracts ultraviolet UV rays and allows it to penetrate more deeply. In addition, it causes a quicker burn. Unfortunately, although we now know how dangerous it is to be out in the sun, people still do it. No matter whether you use sunscreen at the beach, use it everyday, or not at all, we need information about detecting skin cancer early, including the ABCDEs of skin cancer detection.

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Contact Dermatitis: What You Should Know

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Have you ever worn a ring or bracelet for a special occasion and ended up scratching the area? Suddenly there is a scaly and itchy site where the jewelry was sitting. It burns and becomes dry and flakey. Most likely you have developed contact dermatitis from the metals in the jewelry. It can happen to anyone from all types of irritants. Let’s dive into what you should know about contact dermatitis.

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