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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 pityriasis rosea? Pityriasis rosea is a common skin rash that usually disappears on its own after a few weeks, though episodes of several months have been recorded. In rare cases, pityriasis rosea may cause severe itching. Most of the time, pityriasis rosea erupts on the chest, abdomen or back in what is known as a “herald patch” that...

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 its name, it is not caused by a worm but by a type of fungus called dermatophytes. Ringworm often appears as a red, itchy, circular rash with clearer skin in the center, giving it a ring-like appearance. It’s this distinctive ring that gives...

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 is scabies? Scabies is a common skin condition that affects millions of people each year. It is caused by an infestation of a microscopic bug called the human itch mite. This tiny mite burrows into the outer layers of skin to lay its eggs. The body develops an allergic reaction to the mites, causing a very itchy rash. The...

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.