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Fighting Back Against Seborrheic Dermatitis

I never gave a lot of thought to my dandruff, until the constant itch started to interfere with my life. A visit to the dermatologist produced a diagnosis of seborrheic dermatitis. This is something I have never heard of but is more common than you might think. Seborrheic Dermatitis affects both the scalp and part of the face, so I created this blog so that I could share my journey with you. There are several reasons why dermatitis flares up, and there are multiple ways to treat the issue, so these are just some of the topics you'll find in my posts. If your itchy scalp is driving your nuts, have a look here to see if my tips are of use to you.

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Comprehensive Care Services at a Skin Cancer Clinic

Posted on 28 August 2024

Skin cancer continues to be a widespread type of cancer, emphasizing the critical need for early detection and specialized care. Skin cancer clinics are dedicated to providing a full spectrum of services aimed at the prevention, diagnosis, and management of skin cancer, ensuring that patients receive the most effective and compassionate care. Early Detection and Screening Regular skin checks are vital for early skin cancer detection. Skin cancer clinics provide thorough screening by board-certified dermatologists skilled in spotting suspicious moles and lesions using advanced imaging and dermoscopy for precise skin assessment. [Read More]

Time For A New Member On Your Healthcare Team? Signs You Need To See An Immunologist

Posted on 23 June 2021

If you haven't added an immunologist to your healthcare team, you might be missing out on a key member. Immunologists diagnose and treat disorders involving the immune system. You might not think that you have any issues that involve immune system disorders, but that might not be the case. Read the list provided below. If you're dealing with any of the issues described here, it's time to schedule an appointment with an immunologist right away. [Read More]

Two Mistakes People With Allergic Dermatitis Make When Getting Skin Prick Tests Done

Posted on 24 April 2020

If a person has allergic dermatitis but does not know what substance is causing it, their dermatologist might recommend that they get a skin prick test done; this involves applying a substance that might be causing the person's dermatitis to their skin and then lightly piercing the skin, to ensure that this substance penetrates it and can, therefore, cause a small reaction (if the person is allergic to it). Below are a couple of mistakes that are made by people who undergo skin prick testing. [Read More]

What You Should Know About Skin Cancer

Posted on 14 October 2018

Skin cancer is a common type of cancer that occurs when skin cells are damaged. Most skin cancers are caused by exposure to UV radiation. Here is what you should know about skin cancer. The types of skin cancer  There are many types of skin cancer, but the three main ones are basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma. Basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma can also be called non-melanoma cancer. [Read More]