Contact dermatitis is an inflammatory reaction to something that has come into contact with the skin. The effects are generally mild and treatable, but avoiding irritants and getting treatment quickly are both important for a quick recovery. Christopher Byrne, PA-C, with Advanced Dermatology PC has experience treating contact dermatitis and is here to share the… Continue reading Understanding and Treating Contact Dermatitis
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Contact Dermatitis: A Primer
Almost all of us develop a red, itchy rash at some point. But this seemingly out-of-the-blue phenomenon, known medically as contact dermatitis, can be triggered by a variety of causes and usually responds to several home measures. Contact dermatitis is an umbrella term for rashes caused by skin exposure to anything from soaps to cosmetics… Continue reading Contact Dermatitis: A Primer
Facial Redness: 10 Possible Causes
Many things can turn our faces red, including sunburn, acne, and hot flashes. From the American Academy of Dermatology, here are 10 less obvious reasons for seeing a red face when you look in the mirror. Seborrheic dermatitis. Seborrheic dermatitis is a common skin condition that causes a red rash, which often appears on the… Continue reading Facial Redness: 10 Possible Causes
Top 10 Expert Tip on Managing Eczema
Atopic dermatitis (or eczema) is a condition that makes your skin red and itchy. It’s common in children but can occur at any age. Atopic dermatitis is chronic, and tends to flare periodically and then subside. It may be accompanied by asthma or hay fever. Although eczema isn’t usually a serious problem, it can be annoying… Continue reading Top 10 Expert Tip on Managing Eczema
Can a “Second Skin” in a Bottle Banish Wrinkles?
A release from the MIT News Office written by Anne Trafton reports that scientists at MIT, Massachusetts General Hospital, Living Proof, and Olivo Labs have developed a new material that can temporarily protect and tighten skin, and smooth wrinkles. Trafton explains that with further development, the discovery could also be used to deliver drugs to… Continue reading Can a “Second Skin” in a Bottle Banish Wrinkles?
How to Manage Nickel Allergy
One of the most common causes of allergic contact dermatitis is nickel. According to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), more than 18 percent of people in North America are allergic to nickel, including 11 million children in the U.S. Although one solution to a nickel allergy is obvious – avoid objects containing nickel –… Continue reading How to Manage Nickel Allergy
New Therapy for Itching
According to the National Institutes of Natural Science, itching is an uncomfortable sensation that is known to be inhibited by scratching. However, since scratching is accompanied by a pleasant feeling, a constant desire to scratch can lead to excessive scratching. In particular, in patients with chronic itching, such as those with atopic dermatitis, excessive scratching… Continue reading New Therapy for Itching
Nutrition and Younger-Looking Skin
While it’s commonly known that healthy eating can reduce the risk of heart disease, cancer and diabetes, the right food may also help reduce the signs of aging and even improve some skin conditions. According to the American Academy of Dermatologists (AAD), the use of nutricosmetics – nutrition or nutritional supplements for skin health and… Continue reading Nutrition and Younger-Looking Skin