As women age, they may notice the appearance of unwanted, unsightly facial hair. During the hormone changes caused by menopause, estrogen levels decline while levels of testosterone and other androgens rise. This can result in hair growth on the face as well as excess body hair. Fortunately, safe, effective dermatology treatments can permanently remove unwanted […]
Whiteheads, blackheads, and cysts are often associated with the face, but many people also experience blemishes on the shoulders and back. Back acne, or bacne, requires a specialized treatment strategy. Here are some lifestyle changes and treatment options to help get rid of back acne. Causes of Back Acne As with acne on the face, […]
While there is no known cure for psoriasis, the uncomfortable skin irritation and psoriatic arthritis associated with the disease are very manageable thanks to a variety of treatments. One option is the drug Otezla, a phosphodiesterase 4 inhibitor that can stop the body’s symptom-causing inflammatory responses. But is Otezla the best way to combat psoriasis? […]
There’s hope for those who are struggling with the redness and irritation caused by rosacea. This skin condition is characterized by small, blister-like red bumps on the face, sometimes leading to complications such as an enlarged nose and eye irritation and redness. Rosacea symptoms tend to flare up and then recede, often worsening over time, […]
