Many people experience dry skin, known to doctors as xerosis cutis, at some point in their lives. Dry skin occurs when the skin loses too much water or oil, making the skin flake and feel tight. It may also itch or crack. But what are the root causes of dry skin? The list is long.
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Face Fillers and the COVID Vaccine: Know the Facts
Medical Review By: Ted Schiff, MD If you’ve had face fillers (also known as cosmetic fillers or dermal fillers) such as Juvedérm or Restylane, you may be wondering if it’s safe to get the vaccine for COVID-19. According to news reports, a few people experienced swelling at the site of their filler injections after
[Read More]What Causes Spider Veins?
Medical Review By: John Koziarski, MD Thin, squiggly veins that are visible through the skin can be as mystifying as they are frustrating. What causes spider veins? While there are many risk factors, a common underlying problem is venous insufficiency. In this condition, the valves in the veins become weakened or damaged. Normally, the
[Read More]Beard Care 101: Tips for a Healthy Beard
You’ve grown a beard, or you’re growing one. Now what? To keep your beard soft and the skin underneath it healthy and itch free, you’ll want to make sure you have the proper skin and hair care routine. Here’s what you need to know about how to care for a beard and the beard care
[Read More]How to Identify Scabies (With Pictures)
Medical Review By: Ted Schiff, MD If your skin has red bumps that are mighty itchy, the cause could be a mite. Here’s what to know about the contagious infestation known as scabies and how to recognize it so you or your child can get treated before the itching becomes unbearable. What is scabies?
[Read More]What Is Liposuction and What Are the Risks?
Medical Review By: Chris Cromwell, MD Liposuction is a surgical procedure that suctions fat cells from parts of the body that have not responded to diet and exercise. It’s not a weight loss surgery; rather, it improves the contours of specific areas of the body. Liposuction isn’t for people who are obese, and it
[Read More]5 Common African American Skin Conditions
Medical Review By: Rachelle Lacey, MD Everyone’s skin is different — dry versus oily, thick versus thin, light versus dark. African American skin is different from Caucasian skin in that the top layer contains more pigment, called melanin. But the differences don’t end there. Certain gene mutations more common in Blacks mean that certain
[Read More]8 Common Skin Conditions in Elderly Adults
Medical Review By: Ted Schiff, MD Like every part of the body, the skin changes with age. The teen years bring dreaded pimples. Middle age brings telltale wrinkles. In elderly adults, skin conditions may become more numerous — and more noticeable — as the skin continues to thin and lose fat, elasticity, and moisture.
[Read More]What to Know about Varicose Veins and Diabetes
Medical Review By: Luke Maj, MD, MHA Does diabetes cause varicose veins? If not, is there a connection between varicose veins and diabetes? It’s true – diabetes can affect the whole body. High blood sugar that builds up in the blood can damage organs and weaken blood vessels. The lining of the blood vessels
[Read More]Why Diabetes Can Cause Dry, Itchy Skin
Medical Review By: Richard Levine, MD If you have diabetes, you may know it can affect your heart, kidneys and nerves, particularly if the disease is poorly controlled. But did you know it can also cause dry, itchy skin? An estimated 79% of people who have diabetes mellitus, the most common form, experience skin
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