If you’ve recently had transplant surgery, you may be at increased risk for developing skin cancer. The risk for organ transplant patients is up to 100 times higher than the risk for the general population and increases every year after the transplant surgery. The risks for all three common types of skin cancer (basal cell…
Read MoreMost of us have felt the regret of a sunburn at some point in our lives. While sunburns are unsightly and certainly uncomfortable, they can also cause lasting consequences. Sunburn not only accelerates the effects of aging within the skin (wrinkles and fine lines), but harmful UV rays are also a leading contributor to most…
Read MoreIt’s the middle of winter. Your skin is extra pale and may even seem blinding. A subtle tan would make you feel and look so much better. What is the harm in a few tanning bed sessions this winter? Not so fast! The lure to have that (temporary) “sun-kissed” complexion to look more attractive in…
Read MoreIf you were recently diagnosed with basal cell or squamous cell skin cancer, your dermatologist likely recommended Mohs surgery for treatment. Mohs micrographic surgery is an advanced and highly specialized surgical technique that carries the highest success rate of all skin cancer treatments. In fact, Mohs surgery boasts a five-year cure rate of 99% for…
Read MoreAre you diligent to protect your face and body from the sun but neglect your lips? You are not alone. A surprising number of people lather sunscreen on all exposed areas of their body, yet they forget the delicate skin on their lips. This can quickly lead to dry and sunburned lips. Not only can…
Read MoreMany of us have freckles, moles or birthmarks. Most have a combination of all three. It is easy to dismiss your brown spots as your natural complexion and common for people to assume they’d know skin cancer when they saw it. Sadly, skin cancer can look similar to freckles, moles and even eczema. Instead of…
Read MoreNot all skin cancer is equal. There are different types of skin cancer, and you may already be familiar with the two most common ones: basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. According to the American Cancer Society, over 5 million cases of basal cell and squamous cell cancers are diagnosed every year. Though basal…
Read MoreAlthough skin cancer is not the most discussed type of cancer, the risk is still very real. In fact, there are over 3 million cases of diagnosed skin cancer in the United States each year. Many of these cases involve people living in the southern part of the country – there’s a link between latitude…
Read MoreThe average adult has experienced a sunburn at least once in their lifetime. However, what may seem as a temporary discomfort can actually be serious skin cell damage that never goes away. In fact, sun-damaged skin is a leading cause of skin cancer – so it is worth protecting yourself and understanding what is really…
Read MoreDuring the early spring or when the skin hasn’t seen the sun for a long period of time, it is common to experience a skin reaction to the sun. While sunburns are common, so is another sun-induced skin condition called Polymorphous Light Eruption or PLE. PLE is not the same as sunburn, and often presents…
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