Medically Reviewed By: Kelli Bryant, MD Moles, also called nevi, are sometimes considered beauty marks. But if you have a mole — especially a facial mole — that’s more of an eyesore, or if a mole is easily irritated by clothing or gets snagged on jewelry, chances are you’d rather be rid of it. Can you
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What Is a Nurse Practitioner and What Do They Do?
Medical Review By: Dr. Ted Schiff Many dermatology practices are staffed with multiple types of providers, including board-certified dermatologists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners. What exactly is a nurse practitioner, and what are they qualified to do? Unlike a registered nurse (RN), a nurse practitioner can diagnose and manage health conditions. RNs have an associate degree
[Read More]How to Prevent Varicose Veins: 11 Tips From a Vein Expert
Medical Review By: Luke Maj, MD, MHA Varicose veins aren’t pretty, and they can ache and itch. Unfortunately, if they run in your family, there’s probably no way to prevent them entirely, but you can take steps — literally and figuratively — to keep your legs looking smoother for longer “Some risk factors for varicose
[Read More]How to Remove Gel Nail Polish at Home
Medical Review By: Alissa O’Brien, MD There’s a lot to love about gel manicures, particularly their durability. Unlike a traditional manicure, which can chip in just a few days, gel manicures can last for up to four weeks. The downside is that gel nail polish adheres to the nails so strongly that it can’t be wiped
[Read More]How to Get Rid of Hormonal Acne
Medical Review By: John Minni, DO Getting acne in your twenties, thirties or forties seems unfair, but blame your hormones. “Hormonal acne, or adult acne, is more common than you’d think,” said John Minni, DO, a board-certified dermatologist at Water’s Edge Dermatology. “In my practice, there are times when the number of adult patients I
[Read More]Laser Hair Removal vs. IPL Hair Removal vs. Electrolysis
Medical Review By:Alyse Penninger If you’re tired of shaving, plucking or waxing, you may want to get rid of unwanted facial or body hair more permanently. But which method should you choose: laser hair removal, intense pulsed light (IPL) hair removal or electrolysis? The answer depends on several factors, including the color of the hair,
[Read More]What Is a Dermatology Physician Assistant and What Do They Do?
Medical Review By: Dr. Ted Schiff When you make an appointment with a dermatologist, there’s a chance you may see the provider’s dermatology physician assistant (PA) instead. If you do, you may find yourself wondering what qualifications PAs have and what kinds of services they can provide. You may have even considered becoming a PA
[Read More]Radiation Therapy for Skin Cancer
Medical Review By: David Herold, MD, MBA Learning you have skin cancer can be a shock. The disease is rarely fatal, but many people worry about the effects treatment could have on their appearance, particularly if they have skin cancer on the face. Scars from skin cancer surgery can be very noticeable and even disfiguring
[Read More]How to Get Hair Dye, Sharpie, Super Glue and Other Messes Off Skin
Medical Review By: Jenna Steffel, APRN, DNP A slip of the Sharpie, a drip of the hair dye, a misplaced squirt of the tie-dye bottle — it happens. And then there’s the challenge of getting the ink or dye, or the glue or other substance, off your skin, or off your child’s skin. Don’t panic.
[Read More]The Surprising Link Between Breast Cancer and Skin Cancer
Medical Review By: Dr. Ted Schiff Anyone who’s had breast cancer or skin cancer should know the unfortunate truth: Having one of these diseases seems to increase the likelihood of developing the other. The risk for getting hit with this double whammy appears to be highest among younger women. And unfortunately, the form of skin
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