Medically reviewed by: Julie Forero, DO The itchy palm superstition holds that if you have itchy palms, you’re about to experience good luck, come into money or meet someone new. But in reality, itching palms aren’t a sign of anything other than a skin or health condition that causes itching. So what causes itchy palms?
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How to Get Rid of Milia Without Scarring Your Skin
Medically reviewed By: Ted Schiff, MD If you’ve noticed tiny white or yellow bumps on your face, you may have assumed they were whiteheads. But if the bumps are much firmer than whiteheads and aren’t inflamed, chances are you have milia. Since you can’t pop them like a pimple, the question is how to get
[Read More]What Causes Itchy Skin at Night?
Medical Review By: Marianne Pineda, PA-C How many times has this happened to you: You’re in bed, trying to wind down and drift into sleep, and suddenly your skin starts itching — maybe so much so that it’s hard to fall asleep or stay asleep. You’re not alone. Itchy skin at night, which doctors call
[Read More]What Are the White Spots on My Skin?
Medical Review By: Rachelle Lacey, MD White spots on the skin are usually a cosmetic problem. They can be just as noticeable and bothersome as dark spots, and they may itch, but in most cases they are harmless. That said, whenever you notice a change in your skin, it’s always smart to see a
[Read More]Lotion vs. Cream vs. Ointment: Which to Use When
Medical Review By Jennifer Rivera, APRN Creams, lotions, ointments — they’re all more or less the same, right? Wrong. If you use one moisturizing product for everything, you could be missing out on more effective treatment, whether you’re battling dry skin, oily skin, cracked heels, chapped lips, psoriasis, or other skin challenges. To know
[Read More]Laser Treatment for Rosacea: How It Can Help
Medical Review By: Kerry Shaughnessy, MD Even if you follow a gentle skincare routine and use the medications your doctor has prescribed for your rosacea, you may still be frustrated by persistent redness and visible veins on your face. If so, adding laser treatment could help reduce both symptoms — and give you a
[Read More]What to Know About COVID Arm
Medical Review By: Ted Schiff, MD You may have heard or read something in the news about so-called COVID arm, a rare delayed reaction to the Moderna and Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines. Or maybe you’ve experienced this arm swelling and redness yourself. Is this COVID vaccine side effect something to worry about? What is COVID
[Read More]Skin Signs of Heart Disease
Medical Review By: John Minni, DO Your eyes may be the window to your soul, but your skin can reveal what’s in your heart —or at least offer clues that something in your cardiovascular system might be amiss. Who would have thought that in some cases, for instance, a skin rash can suggest a
[Read More]What Causes Dry Skin?
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.
[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
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