Eczema is an umbrella term for skin conditions exhibiting swelling, redness, itching, flaking and oozing blisters. Atopic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis and other allergic skin reactions may also be referred to as eczema. Studies have found that atopic eczema may occur due to the presence of skin-infiltrating CD4 T cells of the Th1-like and/or […]
Beware: Pantothenic Acid in Skin Care & Hair Products
One of the more common ingredients included in skin and hair care product is pantothenic acid. Although pantothenic acid is very common, there have been some side-effects associated with the use of this ingredient, ranging from simple issues like dry skin, to more serious reactions such as chest tightness or difficulty breathing. There have been […]
Does Gluten Cause Psoriasis?
In recent years we have seen an increased concern with gluten. While many people have boarded the gluten-free bandwagon, the gluten free lifestyle is a response to a very real medical condition, known as celiac disease. Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease that causes digestive problems for those who suffering from it’s condition. People are […]
Questions You Have: Why Do I Have Eczema?
Eczema is a chronic skin condition characterized by clusters of red, itchy, and sometimes painful patches on the body. It often appears during childhood, but also affects adults. While the exact causes of eczema are unknown, a number of factors can contribute to its onset. Harsh Irritants Everyone’s skin reacts differently to different substances. Harsh […]
Debunking Psoriasis Myths
Psoriasis is a skin condition that affects millions of people. It is characterized by red, itchy, scaly patches on the skin. It may even cause discoloration and deformation of the fingernails.As difficult as managing the condition may be, dealing with the myths surrounding this skin disease can add to the frustration. The following are 4 […]
Skin Cancer or Breast Cancer? How to Tell the Difference
This week I had a sweet, older man who came to see me for eczema on his arm and lower back. His internist had been treating the spots as eczema for four years. All the while, the eczema seemed to be getting a little bit better in the middle of one of the spots and then […]
Beard Skin Care Tips to Avoid Mayhem in Movember
Movember is here! Movember is a global movement to raise awareness for men’s health issues. Men from 21 countries worldwide, grow out their beards and moustaches during the month of November, to spark conversation that leads to donating funds for: prostate health, testicular cancer and other men’s health issues. Of course, you don’t have to sign […]
National Diabetes Month: Diabetic Skin Care
November is recognized as National Diabetes Month and brings much needed awareness and education to all of the difficulties of living with this disease. With approximately 3 million Americans with Type 1 diabetes and approximately 30 million Americans currently diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, it’s apparent that an unfortunate number of people are affected by […]
5 Secrets to Eliminating Severe Eczema
One little girl suffering from severe eczema told her mother that rather than going to Disneyland, her biggest wish in life was to be able to wear shoes without pain. She had eczema all over her body and had it so severely on her feet that they were covered in painful scabs. She was in […]
What Is Nummular Dermatitis?
Nummular eczema, also called nummular dermatitis, is a skin condition that creates coin-shaped skin lesions most frequently on the arms and legs. The lesions can also be found all over or anywhere on the body. These blemishes are very dry, scaly patches of the skin that become crusty and itchy, and they may ooze fluid. […]