In the United States, approximately 46 percent of people have skin tags, according to the National Institutes of Health. Fortunately, skin tags are not harmful. There are several methods of treatment to consider when preparing for skin tag removal. Water’s Edge Dermatology specializes in skin tag treatment. These are the top five reasons why you
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Who’s at Risk of Developing Shingles?
Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a viral disease that manifests as a painful skin rash with blisters. It develops when the chicken pox virus reactivates in the body, often for unknown reasons. Anyone who has had chicken pox is at risk for developing shingles. About 20 percent of those who have had chicken
[Read More]Treatment Options for Eczema
If you or someone you know has eczema, you know it can be itchy, irritating and hard to manage. It often can feel like no matter what you do to get rid of it, the rash stays or keeps coming back. Eczema often starts at a young age, with 10-20 percent of children diagnosed with
[Read More]When to See a Dermatologist for a Mole
Skin Moles are common. Almost everyone has a few, and some people develop hundreds. And melanoma, the deadliest type of skin cancer, can develop in or near moles. Don’t get frightened—most skin moles are not melanoma. So how do you know when to see a dermatologist for your moles? It’s easy; just keep in mind your
[Read More]When it Comes to Staph Infections, Prevention is the Key
Different varieties of Staphylococcus aureus bacteria, commonly called “staph,” exist. “Staph infections” are common and a term I remember hearing since I was a child; so this is not something new. Staph bacteria are normally found on the skin and in the nose of about one-third of the population. The bacteria are generally harmless unless
[Read More]Viruses of the Skin
Common Viruses of the skin include Molluscum Contagiosum, Warts, and Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 and 2. These viruses are common because they are contagious with skin to skin contact.
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