Hemangiomas are benign tumors comprised of a tangled mass of blood vessels. They are most common in Caucasian infants, especially fair-skinned females. The exact cause of hemangiomas is not known; however, they do not appear to be associated with heredity, environmental factors, or activities during pregnancy. Signs and Symptoms of Hemangiomas: Most infants develop hemangiomas …
What You Can Do About Alopecia Hair Loss
While there are no Food and Drug Administration-approved treatments for hair loss caused by alopecia, a variety of drugs approved for other conditions may help some patients with alopecia slow the rate of hair loss and even regrow hair. Corticosteroid Injections: The corticosteroids are injected directly into the bald patches of skin every four to …
How Ringworm is Ruled Out
Ringworm is a fungal infection that occurs when parasites known as dermatophytes attack the keratin tissue of the skin or nails. Ringworm is easily spread by contact with soil, objects, animals, or people infected with the parasite. Types of Ringworm: The medical term used to identify the infection varies based on the part of the …
The Importance of Hydrated Skin
Everyone knows, or should know, the benefits of staying properly hydrated: keeping energy up, losing weight, improving brain function and more. But do you know that getting enough water can be vital to healthy-looking skin? The Skin Dangers of Being Dehydrated When you don’t drink water, your body becomes dehydrated and that is reflected in …
Hand Rejuvenation Treatment at OC Skin Institute
While people who want to reduce the signs of aging often focus on improving the face and neck, there’s another part of you that people see all the time — your hands. Hands can show age just as clearly as the face does. Individuals can develop age spots and wrinkles, especially if regularly exposed to …
How To Get Rid of Enlarged Pores and Blackheads
Blackheads and enlarged pores are problematic for many individuals and patients seen at OC Skin Institute. These skin conditions can often be removed with certain cosmetic treatments, but knowing what causes them in the first place can make it easier to prevent them from occurring. Causes of Blackheads and Enlarged Pores When oil glands produce …
Skin Tag Removal
What are Skin Tags? Skin tags or acrochordon, are growths of benign skin cells that are typically found on the face and neck. Skin tags are oval or round in appearance and slightly hang off of the skin. They tend to form in areas where the skin has creases, although they can pop up on …
What Causes Alopecia?
Testosterone and Androgenetic Alopecia in Men and Women The growth of hair as well as its loss is perplexing. Testosterone, which is a hormone in men and women, can be the cause of hair loss. In women, when the production of the female hormone estrogen decreases with age there may not be enough estrogen to …
Understanding Herpes and Treatment Options – Learn from a Dermatologist
Herpes, which is brought on by sun exposure, typically appears in the central part of the face, around the mouth and nose. It should be treated immediately in order to stop the progression, and treatment should be coupled with lifestyle changes. Some dermatologists have weighed in on the subject. How is herpes treated? It is …
Understanding Dermatologist Treatment Options for Genital Warts
Genital or venereal warts are bumps that appear either singly or in clusters on the genital areas. They can develop on the vagina, cervix, and penis or rectum area. They look very similar in appearance to other warts that appear on various parts of the body. However, genital warts are caused by a virus known …