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Rosacea is a chronic disorder involving inflammation of the cheeks, nose, chin, forehead, or eyelids. It may cause redness, prominent blood vessels, swelling, or skin eruptions similar to acne. The cause of rosacea is unknown. The disorder involves enlargement of the blood vessels just under the skin. It occurs most often in fair skinned people, particularly those who blush easily. Women are more commonly affected, but men are usually more severely affected. Symptoms usually begin between ages 30 to 50.
Symptoms include:
- Rashes
- Erythema (red areas on the face)
- Discrete areas or the entire face
- A tendency to flush, blush easily
- Increased vascularity (telangiectasis) of the face
- A red, bulbous nose
- Acne-like skin eruptions ( macules , nodules , pustules , may ooze or crust)
- A burning or stinging sensation of the face
Treatments consist of topical and oral medications, avoiding certain foods, and laser treatments for the veins and redness.
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| Acne is the term for plugged pores (blackheads and whiteheads), pimples, and even deeper lumps (cysts or nodules) that occur on the face, neck, chest, back, shoulders and even the upper arms. Acne affects most teenagers to some extent. However, the disease is not restricted to any age group; adults in their 20s - even into their 40s - can get acne. While not a life threatening condition, acne can be upsetting and disfiguring. When severe, acne can lead to serious and permanent scarring. Even less severe cases can lead to scarring.
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We offer a narrow-band laser for the treatment of localized psoriasis. The XTRAC® laser can induce remission of 6 months or longer.
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Warts are small, usually painless growths on the skin caused by a virus. They are generally harmless. However, warts can be disfiguring and embarrassing, and occasionally they itch or hurt (particularly on the feet). Most adults are familiar with the look of a typical wart and have little trouble recognizing them. However, unusual warts with smooth surfaces or flat warts in children may be more difficult for parents to recognize. They can be contagious, but transmission from person to person is uncommon.
Treatment options include topical medications, liquid nitrogen freezing, surgery, lasers, or topical immune therapy. Generally, multiple treatments are required to get rid of warts.
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Moles are small clusters of pigmented skin cells. Nearly everyone has moles, which usually appear after birth. Moles are also called nevi or "beauty marks". We continue to make more moles over your lifetime.
Congenital nevi (moles present at birth) have an increased risk of becoming skin cancer (malignant melanoma). This is especially true if the nevus covers a large area of the body (larger than a fist). All congenital nevi should be examined by a health care provider and any change in the birthmark should be reported. Watch for changes in the size, color and shape or the appearance of sudden ulceration, bleeding, or itching in the birthmark.
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| Ringworm is a contagious infection of the skin caused by a fungus. Ringworm can affect your skin anywhere on your body, your scalp, your groin area or feet (also called athlete's foot). The symptoms of ringworm include a circular and itching skin rash. They are often redder around the outside with normal skin tone in the center. Your skin may also appear unusually dark or light. A simple skin scraping test done in the office can help differentiate a fungus infection from eczema and dictate the proper treatment.
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Atopic dermatitis, commonly referred to as eczema, is a chronic skin disorder categorized by scaly and itching rashes. Eczema is most common in children. In adults, it is generally a chronic or recurring condition.
A hypersensitivity reaction (similar to an allergy ) occurs in the skin, causing chronic inflammation. The inflammation causes the skin to become itchy and scaly. Chronic irritation and scratching can cause the skin to thicken and become leathery-textured.
There is often a hereditary component to eczema. In the family, there may be associated seasonal allergies, asthma, and sinus problems. Keeping your skin well moisturized can minimize eczema flares. Eczema may be treated with topical or oral medications and light treatments (photo therapy).
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