For those of us with sensitive skin, sudden changes in the weather can wreak havoc on our complexions. Hot showers, heavy clothing, time spent in front of space heaters and fireplaces, overuse of heavily scented moisturizers… these respites from the dry, frigid days of winter can cause unwanted stress to not only the outermost layers […]
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If Your Rash Won’t Go Away, You May Have Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Do you have a prolonged rash or patch of irritated skin? Do you get unexplained blisters, scaling, or areas of tenderness that are difficult to soothe or are unresponsive to your usual moisturizer? If so, you may be experiencing the effects of Allergic Contact Dermatitis. What is Allergic Contact Dermatitis? Allergic Contact Dermatitis (ACD) is […]
The Rash that Keeps Coming Back
Recurring skin rashes are not only embarrassing, but they can also be unpredictable and irritating. Even if they do subside or disappear for a while, they keep coming back. Symptoms such as redness, pain, cracking, itching, scaly, and dry skin can make you want to stay hidden from the world. There are many different causes […]
Eczema: What is it and how can we treat it?
For the more than 35 million Americans who suffer from eczema, beauty may feel like it’s only skin deep. That’s because, without treatment, eczema can significantly reduce one’s quality of life. But what exactly is it, and how can you treat it? What is Eczema? Eczema is a chronic skin condition that shows itself in […]
Could an Allergy Be Causing Your Rashes? (Rachel Frederickson, PA-C)
Do you have a persistent rash or an unpredictable rash that goes away and then returns? If you are suffering from an unusual rash that doesn’t completely respond to treatment, you may have contact dermatitis. This rash can occur anywhere on the body and may involve swollen, dry, itchy, red patches and sometimes small blisters […]