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There’s no way around it—the teenage years can bring some additional difficulties. The stress and hormonal changes can bring some uncomfortable changes and a key example is teenage acne. Most of us experience our first pimples during puberty, and acne often continues through the teenage years. In fact, approximately 85% of teenagers will deal with […]
Dermatology
Melanoma: The Skin Cancer that Keeps Us Up at Night
Based on a new study published by the American Cancer Society, cases of melanoma—the deadliest of all skin cancers—are expected to increase by 4.4% in 2023, accounting for an estimated 186,680 cases in the United States alone. Only 1% of total skin cancer cases are melanomas, but this form of cancer is responsible for the […]
How to Boost Collagen in the Skin
Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body, and helps comprise our bones, muscles, tendons, and cartilage. It is also widely present throughout our skin and is responsible for the firmness and elastic nature of healthy skin tissue. As we age, levels of skin collagen begin to diminish, resulting in signs of aging […]
Skin Cancer Risk and UV-Cured Gel Nail Polish
Gel nail polish is a popular type of artificial nail that needs ultraviolet (UV) light to harden and dry. These types of polish are popular as they last longer than regular nail polish and are more resistant to chipping. However, there has been increased scrutiny over their use recently. This is due to the potential […]
Farmers, Ranchers, and Skin Cancer
I love farmers and ranchers. My admiration stems not only from what they do but also from who they are. Ranchers and farmers work long hard days so that we can all eat. We have always and will always need food to survive. This fact will never change. This is why we must serve and […]
Merkel Cell Carcinoma: A Rare and Deadly Form of Skin Cancer
On September 1, 2023, Jimmy Buffett died and the world lost a legendary singer-songwriter. A few days later, his website announced that his cause of death was Merkel cell carcinoma, a skin cancer that he battled for four years. Ever since, our patients have been wondering, “What is this deadly form of skin cancer and […]
Can I Get Melanoma in the Genital Area?
One of the greatest misconceptions about skin cancer is that it only forms in areas of the body that experience sun exposure. While it is more common to see melanoma on the face, neck, arms, legs, and back, the truth is that melanoma can—and will—appear on any part of the body that is covered in […]
