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People who use tanning beds have a much higher risk of developing a secondary primary melanoma and at a faster rate than those who avoid artificial UV radiation (UVR), according to a study…

There is strong evidence suggesting that rosacea is associated with a wide range of psychological issues, cardiovascular problems, and gastrointestinal disorders, according to a review…

Dermatologists are feeling the brunt of the hike in deductible rates for medical insurance plans. Patients’ inability to pay has taken a toll on providers’ revenue, and some are ditching their private practices because of the stress of collecting payments.

According to a…

Pretty much every human being is susceptible to acne. However, the pervasive skin condition affects skin tones differently, and an acne treatment that might work well with one skin color might be too harsh for another.

In a …

It’s not clear if injections of platelet-rich plasma (PRP), a practice derived from the patient’s own blood with a high platelet concentration, can reduce signs of photoaging in the face, according to a study…

There is an escalating number of actinic keratosis lesions being treated, yet Medicare Part B payments for treatment procedures are declining, according to a study recently…

Are you going for hair transplantation treatment? If yes, then you should know that hair transplantation is a complicated process which should be done by professional hair dermatologist. There are many myths related to hair transplantation because of which people get fooled and go for hair transplantation surgery. So, you should be aware of these common hair transplantation myths. Hair is some…

Dipilumab, a medication to treat eczema, has helped a patient with alopecia who hasn’t been able to grow hair since she was two years-old experience significant hair regrowth, according to a case…

Nanoparticles are everywhere in our daily lives. From viruses to ocean spray to the byproducts of internal combustion engines, they’ve become a regular part of our existence. However, a report…

Most of the people all across the world are suffering from hair loss and falling like things. The reasons could be different but its impact will make you look ugly. There are plenty of techniques and methods are available now using which you can easily get rid of such things quite easily. Laser hair removal is one of the most reliable and used treatments that you can prefer. Thanks to technology because of which you can easily collect the required information about the best laser hair…

On October 5, the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology published a paper on its website that highlighted the increasingly popular practice of private equity firms acquiring dermatology clinics that conduct astonishingly high numbers of expensive…

Phototherapy is considered an effective procedure for psoriasis, however many residents are weary of prescribing it because they don’t fully understand how it works, according to Abby Van Voorhees, MD, chair of dermatology at the Eastern Virginia Medical School. She spoke about the issue at the 20th…

Patients prefer dermatologists who dress to impress, says a study published in JAMA Dermatology…

Males who take aspirin once a day are increasing their risk of developing melanoma by two-fold compared to men who are not taking daily dosages, says a study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.…

New research is disproving a once-held belief about skin conditions: caffeine triggers rosacea. In fact, caffeine could decrease the risk of having rosacea.

There are an estimated …

Boston-based Paratek Pharmaceuticals has received Food and Drug Administration approval for SEYSARA (sarecycline), an orally administered, narrow spectrum tetracycline-derived antibiotic used to treat moderate to severe acne vulgaris.…

The beauty market is teeming with an extensive variety of cleanser products, and it can be overwhelming to figure out the right regimen for your skin. Here are some tips on what to look for in a cleanser and how to not “overwash” your face.

Find the pH sweet spot. pH is a form of…

Dermatology residents at Beaumont Hospital in Farmington Hills, Michigan are working with the Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation’s (DHDC) Freedom Ink program to remove tattoos of former inmates and gang members — free of cost.

For former gang member and ex-convicts, tattoos can be…

Dermatologists are urging skin cancer patients to stay away from black salve, an herbal paste that can be purchased online and is being purported as a miracle cure for skin cancer.

YouTube is ridden with homemade videos of people attesting to the alleged cancer-curing powers of black…

Latinos and African-Americans are less likely to be treated for dermatologic conditions than non-Latino white patients, and the same goes for low income males in the Midwest, according to a recent investigation…