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How does phototherapy treatment work? Phototherapy treatment uses various wavelengths of artificial ultraviolet (UV) light to trigger natural processes that reduce inflammation and prevent skin cells from growing too quickly. Regularly exposing the affected area(s) to this type of light can have many benefits for your skin. Other names for phototherapy include light therapy and heliotherapy. The main types of...

What is psoriasis? Psoriasis is a common skin condition that leads to patches of dry, scaly, itchy skin. It isn’t contagious, however, and can’t be spread from person to person.

What is a rash? A rash is an area of skin that changes in color and texture, and may be irritated and inflamed. Rashes can be triggered by allergies, viruses, skin conditions, and environmental irritants. Almost everyone is affected by a rash at some time in their life.

What Is Ringworm? Ringworm is a common skin condition that appears as an itchy, circular rash. Despite the name, no worms are involved – ringworm gets its name from its circular shape. What Causes Ringworm? Ringworm is caused by a fungal infection that spreads in various ways. You can catch ringworm if you touch another person or animal (primarily cats,...

What is rosacea? Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that typically affects the face and sometimes the eyes. It’s common to mistake this inflammatory skin problem as acne, an allergic reaction, or eczema because of the redness and acne-like bumps it causes on the skin.

What Are Scabies? Scabies is a common, highly contagious skin condition that affects millions of people each year. Scabies is an infestation of the skin caused by a microscopic bug called the human itch mite. This tiny mite burrows into the outer layers of skin where it lays eggs. The body develops an allergic reaction to the mites, causing a...

Are you suffering from scleroderma? Scleroderma is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects your skin, connective tissues, muscles, bones, blood vessels, joints, and organs. It occurs when the immune system triggers your body to produce too much collagen. Collagen is a protein that strengthens skin and provides firmness and elasticity. When you have scleroderma, it causes your skin to become...

This technique is usually reserved for small lesions generally not on the face. Local anesthesia is administered, the growth is gently scraped off with a tool with a sharp, ring-shaped tip, and then the tumor site is burned with a small needle.