Acne

A common condition that encompasses blocked pores (blackheads & whiteheads), pustules, and/or nodules occurring on the face and/or chest. Acne can vary in severity and can respond to over-the-counter treatments, but often requires the need for prescription acne medications. Acne is not life threatening but may result in scarring. It is important to treat acne early to prevent scarring of the skin. Topical and/or oral medication can be used to improve acne.

Rosacea

Rosacea is a common condition of the facial skin that is characterized by persistent redness, mainly of the central face, often accompanied by flushing, pimples, small visible blood vessels, and/or irritated eyes. Some patients can also experience a change in the texture of the skin on their nose or chin. Patients often complain of certain "triggers" such as sun, stress, certain foods, caffeine, or alcoholic beverages, among others. Avoidance of relevant triggers is recommended. There are topical and oral medications that can improve rosacea.

Eczema and Dermatitis

Eczema represents inflammation of the skin that can be related to irritants, allergic reactions to substances, or has an unknown source. Most often, the cause of eczema is unknown. Topical anti-inflammatory medications can help control eczema. Sometimes, stronger treatments such as phototherapy, pills, or injections may be needed.

Usually described under the general label of ‘dermatitis’, a rash is an area of skin that can be pink, swollen, scaly, itchy, bumpy, or have a different appearance than normal, uninvolved skin. There are variations in rash appearance depending on the underlying cause.

Psoriasis

One of the most common skin conditions, psoriasis is an inflammatory condition of the skin that affects over 2% of the US population. Psoriasis is characterized by pink, scaly areas of skin (often on the elbows, knees, and scalp, but can occur on other parts of the body as well). Occasionally, patients will complain of itchiness associated with their psoriasis. The condition varies in severity, with milder forms responding well to topical medications and more severe forms requiring phototherapy, oral or injectable medications.

Excessive Sweating

Otherwise healthy people with excessive sweating have primary hyperhidrosis. Heat and emotions may trigger hyperhidrosis in some, but many who suffer from hyperhidrosis perspire nearly all the time, regardless of their mood or the weather. This excess of sweat happens even if the person is not engaging in tasks that require muscular effort, and it does not depend on the exposure to heat. Common places to sweat can include underarms, face, neck, back, groin, feet, and hands. It has been called by some 'the silent handicap'.

Hair and Scalp Problems

Common problems affecting the hair and scalp include hair loss, infections, and disorders causing itching and scaling. Infections of the scalp include bacterial infection of hair follicles (folliculitis), infestation of head lice (pediculosis capitis), and fungal infection of scalp ringworm (tinea capitis). Itching and excessive flaking of the scalp is seen with both dandruff (seborrheic dermatitis) and psoriasis.

Warts

Warts are raised bumps on your skin caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). Warts typically appear on your hands or feet, but can be found on other parts of your body. Common warts typically grow on your fingers and toes, but can appear elsewhere. They have a rough, grainy appearance and a rounded top.