Most people have between 10-50 moles on their body; many of these develop by age 50. The moles on your skin are usually harmless/benign and a normal reaction to sun exposure. Rarely, they become cancerous. Being aware of changes in your moles and other pigmented patches is important to detecting skin cancer, especially malignant melanoma.

Moisturizers are among the most recommended products in dermatology today. Many skin conditions benefit from moisturizers, notably including the common, but debilitating, eczema and psoriasis. There are many benefits to using moisturizer, but the main three include:

Taking care of your skin is one of the most noticeable ways to prevent signs of aging and sun damage.  But there are so many products to choose from! Which ones are most important for you to feel most comfortable in your own skin?

There are many skin rashes that people of all ages are vulnerable to, so this blog will attempt to describe their signs and symptoms as best as possible.

Retinol is a form of Vitamin A – a nutrient in the body that is important to vision, growth, reproduction, immunity, and cell division. That last point is why it is considered so desirable to use retinol creams on the skin. Can you use it on your face every day?

There are many types of medicines that contain ingredients that may cause photosensitivity, this means increased sensitivity to sunlight that can cause sunburn-like symptoms, a rash or other unwanted side effects.

One of the most common health disorders Americans face today is diabetes mellitus. All forms of diabetes require management of blood sugar levels overnight and before daily meals. What are normal blood sugar levels?

The holiday season is typically viewed as a time of happiness and rejoicing. But for some, it can be a period of painful reflection, sadness, loneliness, anxiety, and depression. “Holiday Blues”

The common flu is a viral illness caused by the virus influenza types A, B, or C. The flu is a contagious illness.

Studies show that most Americans gain weight in between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Eve every year.

Hiccups are involuntary contractions of the diaphragm muscle. The diaphragm muscle is a large muscle in your abdomen that plays a large role in breathing.

RSV stands for Respiratory Syncytial virus, which is a viral infection affecting the lungs and respiratory tract.

Kidney stones are deposits of hard minerals and salts that form in the kidney. They can form because of diet.

HPV stands for Human papillomavirus and is the most common sexually transmitted infection.

A urinary tract infection (UTI) is a very common infection that affects your urinary system. The urinary system includes the urethra, ureters, bladder, and kidneys.

High cholesterol is correlated with increased risk of heart disease and heart attacks. Cholesterol can be reduced with the use of medications or lifestyle changes.

Green tea has been consumed in China and Japan for thousands of years, and is starting to become a popular research topic for its discovered health benefits.

Lupus is a generalized term for an autoimmune disease that has many different manifestations throughout the body.

Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive disorder that causes memory impairment, and is the most common cause of dementia.

Rashes can occur for a variety of reasons, here are some of the most common rashes and what you need to know about them!

As you age, your body starts to become more susceptible to various health problems. Listed below are a few of the most common problems you may run into as you age.

Chronic kidney disease is the continuous decline in the kidneys’ abilities to filter blood from toxins, and is one of the leading causes of death…

Yes, anyone who takes opioids, a type of pain medication, is at risk for developing addiction. Individual addiction risk is affected by length of time using opioids and personal history.

The keto diet is a diet that limits carbohydrates to less than 50 grams a day. The remaining calories and nutrition comes from fat and protein.

High blood pressure can have serious effects on your lifelong health. But thankfully there are several ways to decrease blood pressure, even without medication.

Dermatologists can be able to help control acne, avoid scarring and skin damage, or make scars less noticeable.

In the United States, there are two vaccines that may be used to protect against monkeypox, JYNNEOS and ACAM2000.

Monkeypox virus is a disease that typically affects rodents or nonhuman primates, but may occur in humans.

Not all antibiotics are created equal! For many years scientists have studied ways to tailor antibiotics to…

Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most prevalent endocrine-metabolic disorders in females affecting 5 to 10% of women (UpToDate).

Fun in the sun can sometimes be limited by medications that interact with sunlight exposure.

The human body is a host for billions of organisms that work to keep us healthy by balancing pH, aiding in digestion

Dermatological diseases, such as measles and chickenpox, cause a distinctive rash that helps medical providers diagnose a patient.

Occasional headaches are extremely common and typically benign. Chronic headaches are less common and sometimes hard to diagnose.

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is an umbrella term used to describe disorders that involve chronic inflammation of the digestive tract.

Swollen legs can be a sign presents in certain medical conditions that are potentially life threatening. It is important to assess if the swelling is due to fluid buildup (edema) or inflammation.

Insect bites can be a scary situation when you don’t recognize the insect or when you didn’t see what bit you at all.

Antibiotics come in many forms and appear to be versatile when it comes to treating infections, however, it is a misconception that all infections have bacteria.

Living in the Sunshine State raises many concerns regarding skin cancer and recognition of abnormal moles.

There are numerous benefits to weight loss, some being reduced blood pressure, reduced cholesterol, and reduced risk of cardiovascular events.

As we all know, life can get crazy. Are you feeling like you don’t have the energy, time, or interest to plan and prepare your meals?

Water is an essential nutrient. Drinking an adequate amount of water is very important, but exactly how much water are you really supposed to be drinking every day in order to reap the benefits of reducing health problems and preventing disease?

Extremity sprains are very common injuries that require prompt treatment that is safe, effective, and convenient.

Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is imperative to many bodily functions such as immunity and metabolism.

Maintaining a healthy diet is difficult, especially with the temptation of dining out at every corner.

Women naturally have some yeast cells that live on their skin, in their gut, and in their vagina.

As protein supplements become more popular, the number of options continue to grow. Ingredients, effects, sources, and forms are continuously changing and not all are created equal.

Depression is both more common and more serious than many people believe it to be.

There are several types of antifungal medicines. Most work by damaging the cell wall of the fungus, which causes the fungal cell to die. The best OTC medications for fungal skin infections are listed below.

A drug allergy is the abnormal reaction of your immune system to a medication. Any medication- over-the-counter, prescription or herbal- is capable of inducing a drug allergy.

Heartburn, also known as indigestion or gastric reflux, is an uncomfortable, burning sensation felt in the upper abdominal area.

A wound infection is when germs infect your skin and sometimes the deep tissues underneath it. In some cases, it’s caused by a parasite invading your skin.

Snacking is not always necessarily “bad” for you and can be healthy for you if chosen properly. Snacking is an opportunity to bring more nutrition to your day, while also staying energized and focused between meals.

The frequency of your blood work depends on both your health and your doctor’s discretion. Blood work consists of a variety of different panels that check for very selective components in your blood, including electrolytes, hormones, and special proteins.