Sunscreen: What You Should Know
Charlotte Dermatology Blog
by Sam DAlessandro
4M ago
Written by Sam D’Alessandro, PA-C How does sunscreen work? Chemical sunscreen: absorbs UV rays and disperses them Pro: rubs in cleanly with no residue Con: there’s some debate about the chemicals and their impact on our health My take: What we do know is that sunscreen prevents skin cancer, and sunscreen has been used by millions of people for decades with not yet enough evidence to suggest that we shouldn’t be using it. Physical sunscreen: slightly absorbs UV rays, but mostly deflects UV rays off of skin Pro: may be better for those with sensitive skin Con: can be thicker an ..read more
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Appointments during Covid
Charlotte Dermatology Blog
by Sam DAlessandro
4M ago
We are continuing to take extra measures for the safety of our staff and patients. If you are experiencing any asymptomatic symptoms, we ask to please re-schedule your appointment. We ask everyone to please wear a mask. If you do not have one available, we will be happy to provide you with one. Everyone who enters our facility will have their temperatures taken. If you are an established patient and prefer to have a virtual appointment feel free to request one.  You have to option to wait in the car and the receptionist can call you when the room is available.  For additional informa ..read more
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Tretinoin: More Than Just An Acne Product
Charlotte Dermatology Blog
by Sam DAlessandro
4M ago
Written by: Kinsleigh Trice, PA-C What is Tretinoin?  Tretinoin is a derivative of Vitamin A and is considered a retinoid. This product is FDA-approved topically for comedonal acne, commonly known as blackheads. Tretinoin strengths of 0.025%, 0.05%, and 0.1% are available by prescription.  How does it work? Tretinoin increases collagen production and cell turnover. This helps keep collagen thick, while preventing clogged pores and discoloration.  What are the side effects? The most common skin reactions typically include redness, dryness, and irritation. This will likely get bet ..read more
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Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)
Charlotte Dermatology Blog
by Sam DAlessandro
4M ago
Written by; Jenna Loeser, PA-C What is HS? A chronic inflammatory condition that affects areas of the body that contain sweat glands like the armpits, groin, and under the breasts. Patients will get boils and abscesses that come and go in these areas.  The condition is more common in females, age 20-40 years old Risk Factors: smoking, genetics, insulin resistance, obesity, Chron’s Disease, mechanical stress, hormones Although there is no cure for the condition, there are treatment options to help control symptoms How do you get HS? The exact cause of HS is not completely under ..read more
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Let’s Talk Skin Cancer
Charlotte Dermatology Blog
by Sam DAlessandro
4M ago
Written by: Michael Asbury, PA-C What is skin cancer? Skin cancers are malignant growths. Malignant growths are a collection of diseased cells. The diseased skin cells copy themselves uncontrollably due to damage to the cell, or imbalance in the normal process of cell creation. The skin is made of different types of cells. These cells are sandwiched into layers, much like a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. There are different types of skin cancer. Each type of skin cancer is related to the layer that it comes from and/or the cells that are growing uncontrollably. Example: A disease of the jel ..read more
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Seborrheic Dermatitis
Charlotte Dermatology Blog
by Sam DAlessandro
4M ago
Written by: Bryanna Uhlir, PA-C https://dermnetnz.org/images/seborrhoeic-dermatitis-images https://dermnetnz.org/imagedetail/6141?copyright=&label=Seborrhoeic+dermatitis         Seborrheic Dermatitis is a chronic dermatitis that is found on areas of the body rich in sebaceous glands aka oil producing glands. These oily, hair baring surfaces include the scalp, face, ears, and trunk. The severity can range from mild dandruff to uncomfortable scaly/greasy/red/inflamed skin. The cause is multifactorial and not completely understood. But is associated with Malassezia (a y ..read more
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Molluscum Contagiousum
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by Sam DAlessandro
4M ago
Written by: Denton Mow, PA-C https://www.cdc.gov/poxvirus/molluscum-contagiosum/index.html Molluscum contagiosum is a common viral skin infection that causes localized clusters of bumps of the skin. They often have a waxy, shiny look with a small central pit (this appearance is described as umbilicated). It mainly affects children and young adolescents but rarely can also be found on adults. This is because most adults’ immune systems are able to fight off the virus before it can infect the skin. Molluscum contagiosum tends to be more numerous and last longer in child ..read more
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Mohs Surgery and Skin Cancer
Charlotte Dermatology Blog
by Sam DAlessandro
4M ago
Written by Hazem El-Gamal, MD Mohs Surgery is a specialized technique to remove skin cancers. It was developed in the 1930s by Dr. Frederick Mohs and has gained widespread use over the years due to two main factors. First of all, Mohs surgery has been extensively studied compared to other skin cancer treatment options (wide local excision, radiation, topical treatments, etc.) and has consistently been shown to achieve the highest cure rates, typically 98-99% for most skin cancers. This high cure rate is attributed to the specialized way the tissue is processed and mapped, allowing the Mohs sur ..read more
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New FDA Approved Drugs for Eczema
Charlotte Dermatology Blog
by Sam DAlessandro
4M ago
Written by: Cole Altman, DO What is Eczema? Eczema is a skin condition in which patches of skin become itchy, inflamed, dry, and cracked. The most common signs are raised bumps, thick cracking skin, and bleeding as a result from itching of the skin. Eczema may also appear as red or brown patches on the skin, although signs and symptoms vary from person to person. Eczema can arise in patients as young as 4 years old and persist into adulthood.  A Breakthrough for Eczema Although there is no cure for eczema, there are several treatment options available, including three new FDA approved dru ..read more
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Rosacea
Charlotte Dermatology Blog
by Sam DAlessandro
4M ago
Written by: Brannon Puett, PA-C Photo source: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/160281 What is it? Rosacea is a condition that affects the facial skin of millions of people around the world. Despite how common it is, very little is known as to why some people develop it and others do not. There is no medical test that can show you have rosacea and the majority of people with rosacea are unaware they even have it. Any of the following are signs of rosacea: Redness on the cheeks, nose, chin or forehead Small visible blood vessels on the face Bumps or pimples on the face Watery o ..read more
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