Atlanta Dermatology Articles
Why Regular Skin Checks are Important
According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, skin cancer is the most common form of cancer across the globe. The various types of skin cancer are often less talked about than other kinds of cancers, but skin cancer is not something to be ignored. Caring for your skin and performing regular skin checks can help you…
When to See a Dermatologist for a Rash
Most people will develop a rash at some point in their lives. Rashes can be caused by many different factors and so, they are hard to avoid. But when one hits, it can be uncomfortable, irritating and confusing. Where did this rash come from? Why is it so itchy? Should I see a dermatologist? Any…
5 Fall Skincare Tips for Healthy Skin
Many people experience changes in their skin with the change of the seasons. Summertime heat and humidity can make skin feel oily. Cold weather can result in dry and tight-feeling skin. Skin changes can cause irritation and make finding an effective skin care regimen challenging. It can also result in the appearance of new skin…
Tips for Preventing Acne Scars
Dealing with acne breakouts is hard enough. If you are experiencing acne, you know all too well that it can have a serious impact on your self-confidence and self-esteem. With acne scarring, every new pimple can leave you feeling frustrated knowing that a new scar could develop. Scarring is the body’s natural response to an…
What is Rosacea?
While many people may desire a rosy glow on their cheeks, sometimes that redness can indicate a chronic condition known as rosacea. Rosacea is characterized by redness and flushing on the face. More severe cases can include visible blood vessels, bumps, pimples, eye irritation and skin thickening. Rosacea can affect anyone, including people of all…
How to Take Care of Your Feet
While the days of bare feet and sandals might be coming to an end as we enter the fall season, it does not mean that you should neglect to take care of your feet. Dry, cracked heels can be painful and lead to other problems down the road. Male and female patients can both experience…
4 Triggers to Avoid If You Have Sensitive Skin
If you have sensitive skin, you know that it can have a major impact on your day-to-day life. Dry, red, itchy or even burning skin can be much more than just a nuisance. It can affect your confidence and can even lead to infections. People who have sensitive skin can react to a wide range…
Can Stress Cause Acne?
For most of us, some level of stress is unavoidable at certain points in our lives. Events of the last 18 months have proven to put additional strain on many people, and continues to do so as the pandemic ebbs and flows. Stress can also pile on from other sources, including family, relationships, career and…
3 Facts About Keloids
Keloids are very common but many people don’t know much about them. Often, people think that they just have a very unique scar when in fact, it is a keloid. A keloid is scar tissue that can appear after an injury to the skin. They can grow over time, becoming quite large and may even…
How These 3 Habits Could Be Making Your Acne Worse
If you suffer from acne breakouts, you’ve probably done an awful lot of research online to figure out how to clear your complexion. There are so many myths on the Internet that it can be really confusing to know what’s true and what isn’t. Not only that, some common treatment options that you may have…