Dermatology Before Doctor Answers, Q&A, Tips

Bumps on Penis and Pubic Area, What Is It? (photo)

I have these 2 bumps on my pubic region which I thought was an ingrown hair which now seems infected. It feels as if there is a lump under the skin...

White Bumps Under Eyes

I have little bumps that look like little white dots underneth my eye almost looks like chicken skin. Can you tell me what may cause these or what may...

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Bumps Under Eyes (In Tear Trough)

I am 29 years old and have these weird bumps under my eyes. I went to the dermatologist and she said that they were sweat glands that were visible...

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Big Ingrown Hair Infection on Left Armpit - How Do I Remove It?

3-4 years ago I got a big infection on my left armpit. The pimple is about 15mm in diameter and 5mm thick. I stopped plucking around the affected area...

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Bumpy Skin on Forehead

There's no other way to describe it -- the skin on my forehead is bumpy! They don't appear to be scars, and when I squeeze them this white stuff (as...

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Large Pores and Pitted Scars?

I'm a 32 yr old African American female with a fair skin complexion. I have large pores and what appears to be pitted scars? My texture on my...

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Sebaceous Cysts on Scrotum

I've been diagnosed with sebaceous cysts on my scrotum skin (18). 2 of them are medium, and the rest are tiny. None are infected. My doc wants to...

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How Much Does Cosmetic Cyst Removal Cost?

How much does it generally cosr for removal of cyst, because in Canada it is considered cosmetic?

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How Can I Treat Numerous Smooth White Spots That Have Started Appearing All Over My Body? (Photo)

This hypopigmentation is odd because the spots are not raised or indented but perfectly smooth/even with my skn. Dermatologist confirmed they are scar...

How to Get Rid of Bad Discoloration, Dark Brown Dots and Scarring From Shaving Legs? (photo)

Ever since I started shaving, my pores would become inflamed and i would have extreme itchiness. But now it's stopped and I have no after effects...

I Have a Small Brown Spot Above my Upper Lipline That Really Bothers Me

Several years ago I had a cold sore or a pimple of some sort right above the lipline that I didn't treat well (I popped it or scratched at it or...

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Treatment for Cottage Cheese Skin on my Face?

I thought I'd found the answer but it doesn't really sound like what I have. I have a few milia, but the other thing that I was looking for is the...

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Best Treatment for Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra (DPN)?

I have problem of dermatosis papulosa nigra (DPN). Is there any liquid medicine to apply on it to remove it. Also is there is any medicine to take...

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The Outside Corners of my Mouth Are Dark and the Outer Corners of my Eyes Are Dark

I used Triluma cream to fade the spots,I stopped using the cream 3.5wks into Tx d/t irritation, the darkness returned worse than before I used the...

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How to Get Rid of Itchy Under Eye Bumps and Dark Circles

I have bumps under my eyes together with big dark circles. I want to get rid of the bumps because they're unsightly and itch. I have to wear glasses...

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What is the Safest and Most Effective Way to Remove Under Eye Syringoma?

I am a 39 year old woman and have severe under eye syringoma. I also have it on my forehead, temples. I started getting it when I was 10 years old....

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What Could Be Causing Dry, Flaky Skin with Oily Areas?

Hi, I have a bad skin condition on my face. My skin is dry and a little flaky yet at the same time it gets oily on top. I have a lot of redness (maybe...

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Discoloration Around the Lips Caused by Vitiligo?

My mom (over 55) recently developed discoloration of lips with a dark ring around the lips. Could this be Vitiligo ?

Allergic Reaction Caused Under Eye Bags That Won't Go Away

I had an allergic reaction to a face cream about 2 months ago. The reaction caused severe under eye swelling. The swelling went down, but now I am...

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Best Treatment for Sebaceous Hyperplasia?

Hello - Which is a good method to eradicate them -- radio surgery (which looks like a loop) or radio frequency (which uses a needle)? Is it true that...

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I Have Bumps Under my Eyes That Have Been Diagnosed As "Cholesterol" Deposits. Treatment?

They can't be covered w/makeup, and they are really making me self-conscious. I have strangers asking me "what's those things under your...

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How Do I Remove a Black Spot from my Bottom Lip?

I am a smoker and currentley working on stopping. About 10 months ago i got a burn on my lip and the spot turned black attached is a photo so you can...

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Hi, I Have No Idea What Are Small Bumps on my Face.

I have it almost 5years. i used to see a doctor and had a laser surgery but it didn't help at all. My doctor didn't tell me what is it. it is...

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Kenalog Injections for Eczema Treatment?

Is Kenalog injections for Eczema a common practice for dermatologists? How often can you take this medication?

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I Have a Rash And/or Skin Discoloration on my Neck/collarbone? What is It?

What are these rings on my neck and collarbone? They dont itch. Just make me very selfconscious. Is there a home remedy to get rid of them?

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Does High Impact Exercise, Like Jogging, Harm Collagen and Age You?

I have read that some cosmetic surgeons, dermatologists and even sports professionals state that the motion created during high impact exercise harms...

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Hit Cheek Piercing

I’ve had my cheeks pierced for about 6 months now, last month I got hit on my left cheek, swelled bad and developed a hard lump surrounding the...

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Spot on Cheek That Won't Heal

The first dermatologist thinks that the spot on my face could be Basal cell cancer. I went to a second dermatologist he thinks it just a pimple. Now...

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Are There Any Callous Removal Liquids for the Face?

I have a persistent 'spot'. It never heals - well currently it it is hard and white, pertruding from the corner of my mouth and I hate it. The...

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What to Do About White Spots on the Back of my Calves?

I have various sized white colored dots on the back of my calf muscles. I am not sure the cause but I am speculating The Florida Sun. Is there any...

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Can Persistent Dark Circles Be Treated/improved?

I'm a 25 year old girl and have had persistent dark circles for about a decade. They're not just on my lower lid but on the entire area around...

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How Do African-Americans Remove Liver Spots on the Face?

I have light skin and on my chin and around my nose and mouth its brighter than my natural color. I was told it was liver spots. Is there anyway I can...

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Do I Need to Seek a Dermatologist's Help for Outbreak of Zits/rash?

I'm a healthy, active 30 yr. old woman. Recently parts of my face have broken out in a dry/flakey/with little zits rash. This has occurred above one...

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Developing Scar Tissue or is my Body Rejecting the Piercing?

First off,I have NEVER had an issue with piercings. I got my cheeks pierced Oct09. I had no problems initially but, in dec09, my left cheek started to...

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My Pores Are Really Large and my Skin Thick. Can I Really Fix This?

Is there anything I can do about this? I'm becoming so self conscious. I have to load on the makeup to "fill" in the pores. Then they...

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Should I See a Hormone Specialist About my Extremely Oily Skin?

I must produce more Androgen hormones than any other 36-year-old woman on the planet, because I have extremely oily skin! It seems it has worsened as...

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Best Treatment for Eyelid Milia?

I have a small milli a on my upper lid and a larger one on the size of my eye. Ca Latisse be a contributing factor?

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Can't Figure out Cause of Milia

I have only recently begun to get several tiny milia under eyes and on eyelids. Can't see why? Using hypoallergenic cream on eye area, not new....

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Best Treatment for Pores on my Nose

Hi,Im 25 years old when i was younger I use to squeeze out all my black and white heads. Now i have alot of open pores on my nose,they are not huge...

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Oily, Red, Sensitive Skin

Since 13 I have had pimples.I think it's normal at my age(now I'm 17)In winter my skin started to get oily.Before that,it was normal.Now I...

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Best Treatment for Hidradenitis Supperativa

Since we are overseas my medical treatment all goes through a small family practice clinic on base. I have been dealing with HS off and on for three...

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What Treatment Can Address Red Bumps/Pimples After Waxing? (Photos)

I got waxing done on my back 10 days back for the first time.Since then I have noticed red pimple kind of spots on my back. I am applying Calamine...

What Is Causing This Red Spot, and How Do I Correct It?

In 2008 I made the mistake of an "at home" TCA peel of 35%. No aftercare was done, and sunblock wasn't worn. Things turned out fairly...

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Perioral Dermatitis Caused by an Allergic Reaction?

After using a new facewash, overnight I developed a red painful & itchy rash all over my face and neck - some swelling too - went to see a...

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Does Meth Addiction Cause Acne?

It has been mentioned that meth users develop acne called, "meth acne." What is the scientific explanation for this, or if there isn't...

Can Silicone Ointments or Scar Creams Remove my Herpes Zoster?

I have this since im 9 years old and now im 20! its not that big as what ive seen on the net it covers my left chest and leave a small lump in my...

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Can You Tell the Difference Between a Mosquito Bite and Basal Cell Carcinoma?

After spending several hundred dollars to get a biopsy on two spots on my chest it turns out they were mosquito bites. After being relieved that it...

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What Do You Think About CACI (Computer Aided Cosmetology Treatments)?

Hello! I am a 28 years old female and a student. My overall skin is loose and lacks elasticity but my face is bothering me too much ,I have sagging...

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Can Puraz Collagen Tablets Cause Liver Damage?

Can Puraz Collagen Tablets Cause Liver Damage

What is Dry Needling Acupuncture?

Used for deep wrinkles around lips, & nasolabral lines

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Unilateral Facial Edema with Unknown Etiology - Please Help

Hi! I've been suffering from unilateral facial edema of what appears to be my left salivary gland for 2.5 weeks now. It's very noticeable when...

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Thinning Skin in Hands, Arms and Thighs (Age 29)

Hi, I am 29 year old, and I need help in what to do with my thinning skin. My vein shows a lot in my hands do to the skin. they look like old lady...

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What Are These Bumps under the Skin on my Chin?

I am a teenage boy and I constantly have these tiny, bumps forming just under the skin on my chin. Sometimes they just stay as a small bumps, but most...

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Recovering Lip Color / Removing Dark Stains from Lips Caused by Smoking?

I had been smoking cigarettes for last 6 years and for last 3 years I have been chain smoking, so that has damaged my lips and skin. I want to know if...

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Laser Treatment for Keratosis Pilaris Rubra Faceii?

My son is 14 years old and has been diagnosed with Keratosis Pilaris Rubra Faceii. It has been present as far back as I can remember but it appears to...

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Brown Spots and Broken Capillaries - How to Get Rid of Them?

I am a 53 year old Asian female. I was using .05% Atralin, a pea-size amount once a week for 3 ½ months to remove some light brown spots on my...

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I'm 27 and I Have Some Broken Capillaries on the Shaft of my Penis. What Do I Do?

I'm 27 year old male and when I was a teenager I noticed some broken capillaries on the shaft of my penis and all these years later they are still...

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Why Do I Get Huge Abscess in my Face? Options To Treat? (photo)

I have two so far and i dont know what to do so they can stop forming. It is very painful specially the one on top of my eyelid. The other one is near...

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Is There Any Medicine for Warts on Face & Other Parts of Body

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Treatment Options for Dark Armpits?

This is gross, but my armpits are significantly darker than the rest of my body. I am dark skinned (think Halle Berry complexion) but my underarms are...

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Does Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (Toothpaste) Cause Skin Allergic Reactions?

I had patch test recently and it shows allergy reaction on my toothpaste. I also notice that the degree of severity relates to ingredient 'sodium...

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How Come when I Shave my Face I Get a Green Tint/shade? How Can I Get Rid of This?

I'm 18 years old and I have thick hair, when I shave I get this green tint/shadow. How do I get rid of this?

Small Bumps Under Eyes w/ Hair Follicles?

I have off texture skin running down from the bridge of my nose down along the eye socket bone. I noticed while shining a light in a certain direction...

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How to Get Rid of Skin Ulcer?

Hi, from time to time my wife gets a skin ulcer in different places of her body. The problem is that it gets so big (about 1-1.2 inch) and after 1-3...

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Can a Pink Bottom Lip be Permanently Darkened?

I am black male and have pink bottom lip, is there any laser that can make it permanently darker? I know no medication can. I do not have a medical...

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Advice for Post-op Laser Removal of Facial Mark

I Am 5 Weeks Post Op for Laser Removal of a Mark on my Face Under my Right Cheek. It is Bright Red and I Have Used the Following products; aquaphor,...

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What Treatment is there for Flat Warts on the Face?

My primary care physician diagnosed what I thought was acne as flat warts, in addition to some light/moderate acne I do have. The warts are very...

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How Long Does the Dermis Take to Heal?

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What Are These Undereye Bumps? (photo)

I've always had these white/yellowish bumps under my eye. From researching online, I might guess that they are either milia or syringoma, but...

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Face is Darker Than Skin

My face is getting darker but my hand and legs are very very white. any suggestions? help needed !!

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How Many Skin Layers Are There in Human Body?

How many layers of skin are there in the human body? Can you give me some details about each... how they work, what they do?

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Does the Product Ethocyn Actually Work to Increase Elastin in the Skin?

I've read about stimulating collagen production in the skin but is there anything to stimulate or increase elastin in the skin? I found a product...

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What to Do About Night Itches That Don't Respond to Treatment?

Incredible groin itch/nocturnal - Only late at night--every night in bed. OTC or prescrpt. useless! 5 dermatologists cannot solve this. No bed mites...

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How to Remove Red Spots on Upper Legs?

How can I remove red spots (infected and inflamed) that are mostly located on the upper part of my legs? I have very sensitive and keloid-prone skin.

What Are Some Treatment Options for Chronic Skin Lesions?

My cousin has had this for over five years, slowly developing from what appeared to be a small mosquito bite to what is pictured now. The lesion is...

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What Are the Side Effects of Removing DPN?

Im form easten africa and in the past 3 to 4 months the number of Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra on my face has more than doubled and the sizes are...

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What Are Treatment Options for Black Spots on Chest?

I have these deep "black heads" in my chest. I dont know if they are black heads or what. They have no opening and I've had them for as...

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Fordyce Spots on Penis

Hi I Was Wondering if Any Dermatologists Have Been Successful with the Removal of Fordyce Spots of the Penis? I've heard they return after...

How Do I Treat my Extremely Crusty Elbows?

I have crustiness on both of my elbows. It is slightly flakey...I'm not exactly sure what it is... but everytime I try something the crust appears...

Can a Person Change His or Her Skin Color?

Im not talking uneven complexioned or sun tanned skin ..im talking about changing skin colour about 2 0r 3 shades well is there any way..im just asking

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How to Get Rid of Dark Marks Between my Legs Cause from Them Rubbing Together when I Was Overweight?

How to get rid of dark marks between my legs cause from them rubbing together when I was overweight? Please help, I have tried several creams, but non...

Removal of a Dermatofibroma Behind my Knee (Insect Bite) ;dermtolologist or Plastic Surgeon?

I've dermatofibroma behind my knee, got it from insect bite,doesn't hurt, but itches alot. My dermatologist said I can have it removed, but...

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Treatment for Red Lesions on Back?

Dear Doctors, I am a 25 year old hispanic male, 176lbs. and 5'11. I have always had a problem with these red lesions on my back. They are not...

I Have About a 2" Dark Band Discoloration Around my Waist; How to Lighten or Rid of It? (photo)

Have tried lightening creams and they do not work.

Is Hemosiderin Stain on the Lower Leg Life Threating ?

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Does Plaquenil for Lupus Cause Dark Spots?

I take Plaquenil for Lupus and have numerous dark spots. These dark spots are on my chest, forearms, sides of face and around my mouth. Are these the...

Dark Spots on Face - Options?

I Have a Few Dark Spots in my Face I'm 46 and I Tried Every Cream in the Market .

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Treatments for Overactive Flushing/Redness in Face?

I am mex/irish with very fair skin on my body, but my face has been plagued with somewhat extreme redness. It's mostly on my chin/cheeks, but it...

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Which Treatment is Best for a Young, Caucasian Male with Poikiloderma?

I am a 20 year old Caucasian with poikiloderma on my neck and upper chest. It is not THAT bad typically but gets very noticeable when I am active or...

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Nail Fungus or Melanoma, How Can You Tell the Difference?

I saw my big toe nail today during a pedicure and noticed that part of it is blackish greenish in color. I have a history of melanoma insitu and...

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How to Get Rid of my Skin Redness from Seborrheic Dermatitis? (photo)

Medicated creams do not work. Have been diagnosed with seborrheic dermatitis , dandruff shampoo does not work. Looking for some kind of FOR SURE fix...

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Is There a Way to Darken Skin in Someone Who Got Skin Blanching After a Cortisone Injection?

An African American lady got white skin blanching after a cortisone injection. Is there anyway to darken the skin?

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Treatment for Indentation and Hardness on Skin?

Hi, I have an indentation on the right side of my face. I can also feel a hardness under my skin in that same spot.My dermatologist prescribed...

Loose, Dark Armpit Skin

Hi, i am 26 years old (Asian). Ive been waxing my full body since i was 13. for the past few years, my arm-pits look increasingly disgusting. the skin...

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Papular Urticaria - How to Get Rid of Papules on Arms and Legs?

I Have Papular Urticaria. How Do I Get Rid of the Papules on my Arms and Legs? The Surrounding Area of the Papules Are Dark.

Treatment and Cost to Remove Freckles on Face?

Tell Me Where I Can Get Treatment for my Freckles and What Cost Will It Take? all freckles are just on my face. they are increasing day by day some...

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Safe Treatment for Seborrhoeic Keratoses While Pregnant?

Hi, I am in my forties and pregnant, and I guess the increased oil production is making the keratoses on my forehead just go crazy. Before pregnancy,...

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How to Remove Black Spots from Allergic Reaction?

I have black raised (some) spots on my hands and arms, and black spots on my legs from an allergic reaction to Nickle. Therefore I am always covering...

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Tretinoin & Peeling

I am writing about Tretinoin usage. One of the side effects of using this medication is peeling of the skin. There are people who say that this is a...

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Best Laser Treatment for Papulosa Nigra?

I Am Westindian Would You Recommend an Erbium Laser for Treatment? My other option is a ND Yag laser? or other treatment?

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Treatments for Red Uneven Skin Tone on Face, or Treatments for Evening out Complexion, Skin Redness

Hello, My whole life I have had more of the "Irish skin tone," aka red and blotchy. I have some freckles but my skin is pretty red,...

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What is the Procedure Like for Cauterizing Milia?

I'm currently in the 3rd month of Accutane and saw my dermatologist today. I asked him about a small bump under my eye that he called a Milia. He...

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Does Using Aquaphor While Using Carac Cream for Actinic Keratosis Reduce the Effectiveness of the Carac Cream? Thank You.

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Pink Patch on Groin

Hello, my sypmtom is I have light pink patch on the left side of my groin…no hurt no itch no flakey almost 2 yrs i slowly developed this...

I Have Dark Spots on my Leg when Bugs Bit Me They Become Water Bumps What is It?

When ever am in grass my skin itches and when an insect touch me my skin reacts strange it takes 30 seconds after contact with an insect for my skin...

Treatments for Hidradenitis Suppurativa

I am 20 years old and have had HS since I was at least 14, when I finally asked the doctor what it was they sent me to the dermatologist. My...

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Is There a Treatment for Keratosis Pilaris?

I have Keratosis Pilaris on my arms which i confused with acne first. My dermatologist told me to scrub them everyday with a hardsponge and put...

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Will Efudix Help with Sun and Liver Spots?

I have large sun spots (age/brown patches ) on my face and hands, will efudix help these? Also I have liver spots on my legs, I have been given efudix...

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Is This Acne? Allergic Dermatitis? Eczema? Or Worse......?

My facial breakouts have become more frequent & severe.Been to 3 dermatologists with 3 different DXs:1)acne(2)eczema(3)dermatitis. Im so...

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The Fat on my Face Seems to Have Prematurely Dissappeared! What Can I Do?

26, male, Chinese ethnically, from Hawaii (high humidity!) I've gotten comments on how I look older than I am since I was 22. Then I went to South...

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Safe to Get a Tattoo After Treatment with Hydroquinone?

I've been using Hydroquinone Tretinoin on my back for about a month now and I'm thinking of getting a tattoo on my back. I've read on some articles...

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Obagi or Skinceuticals?

I'm 36 and trying to find a good skincare regimen. I notice both lines are popular in the dermatoligist and Plastic Surgeon's offices. I'm...

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Normal To Have Small Brown Spots on Penis?

Is it normal to have few small round brown spots on a skin on a shaft of penis and scrotum?

Hard Lump Above Mustache Area - What is It?

What is the Lump Directly Above my Mustache Area? It is Under the Skin, and Hard

Dark Color Appearing Above Eyebrows- What Is This?

My Top Left Eye Brow Has 1/2 Inch Black Color Appering and Its Increasingly More Dark in Color. I'm 15

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What is This on my Skin? Are They Enlarged Pores? (photo)

Under my eye in the pic, Could it be enlarged pores? Theyre a little bit bumpy. Thanks!

Does Hydroquinone Really Cause Cancer?

Does hydroquinone really cause cancer?

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Does Anyone Offer or Know a Doctor Who Offers Intralesional Electrodesiccation for Syringomas in the California Area?

I heard that this is one of the best treatments for syringoma. But I can not find a doctor who offers it in california. Does anyone here offer it or...

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How Do I Cure an Uneven Skin Tone?

I have light brown spots on my brown skin. The spots remain on my chest and neck. I'm starting to notice it on my face a little. I'm worried...

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Cysts on Chest - Covered By Insurance?

I Have Like 8 Med/lg Cysts Running Down the Middle of my Chest and Like 30 Ingrown Hairs that need to be removed by a dermatologists. I want my...

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Should I Use a Moisturizer or Aquaphor on Red/pink Skin Post Treated

Should I Use a Moisturizer or Aquaphor on Red/pink Skin Post Treated with a month of Carac cream? Which is less likely to cause irritation? Or should...

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Should I Shave or Cut out an Intradermal Nevus Between my Lip and my Nose? (photo)

It's just under 1/4 inch wide, flesh colored and been there for 25 years. Several surgeons say cut it out, other surgeons say shave because of...

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How to Get Rid of Syringomas?

I have Syringomas under my eyes and on my forehead and temples, whats the best way to get rid of them.

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Will my Eczema Ever Go Away?

I've had eczema since I was around six and I'm sixteen now and I still have it. It shows up around the back of my knee in the summer time (I...

Treatment for Skin Aging After Breast Cancer and Mastectomy (Age 84)?

I Am 84 Years of Age and Until a Year Ago Had Exceptionally Good Skin, I Had Been on HRT for many years. After diagnosis of breast cancer, mastectomy...

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Removing or Lightening Freckles

I am undergoing cancer treatment and I believe the chemo I take is making my freckles become more prominent. My skin has really been sensitive and I...

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I Have Small Holes On My Face, What Are My Treatment Options? What Is The Cost? (photo)

I Have Small Holes On My Face, What Are My Treatment Options? What Is The Cost?

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Thinning Skin Under the Eye/sagginess/wrinkles, What's the Best Thing To Use On My Skin?

The skin underneath my eyes is thinning and developing wrinkles quickly. What are the best ingredients in skin creams for this area and...

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What Can I Do if Chemical Peels and IPL Haven't Been Able to Treat Hyperpigmentation?

2 years ago, I went thru several assisted pregnancy treatments and my facial skin became very dark that it was noticeable on my skin. Post baby, I...

What to Do After Burn and Peel on Facial Skin?(photo)

I recently heard that putting toothpaste on yor face could dry up pimples well i did that and it casued me to get a huge burn on the side of my nose!...

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Loss of Elasticity Due to Over-Exfoliation

I have a loss of elasticity in my cheeks due to over-exfoliation. I am only 22. Can this be reversed?

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What Are the 3 Most Important Things to Look for when Choosing a Dermatologist?

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Can DFSP Present Itself As a Smooth Lump Filled with Pearly Nodules?

I have a lump like this on the lower part of the ring finger.I had something similar removed 18yrs ago with a wide exsion and removal web space...

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Difference Between Needling, Dermarolling and Dermastamping?

I'm curious to know the difference between the 3. I am against laser treatments or any sort of surgery (even though a lot of them claim it is...

Whats the Best Treatment for Large Pores Developed After Used Adapaleno

Hi iim male whoa was prescribed adapaleno from dermatoloist (very bad by the way)i have no large pores before using this stuff but the derma said i...

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Los Angeles Doctor Recommendations for Telangiectasia Removal

Please recommend a good, affordable doctor/facility in Los Angeles or San Fernando Valley for light source laser removal for a needle head sized...

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Can I Use Tazorac with Nu Derm System from Obagi. If So How Do I Use the Two Together?

Which is better Dr. perricone cold plasam or obaGI NU DERM? I am 64 years old and would like to incorporate either of the two with tazorac. How do I...

Suggestions for Cracked Dry Heels?

My heels are very very cracked and dryto the point it is hard to walk sometimes. would this product help remove the dry, cracked, peeling skin.

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How to Successfully Treat Flat Warts on the Hands?

I have had flat warts on my hands for 2 years after getting them while pregnant with twins. I have tried tagamet, thuja, freezing, aldara, salicylic...

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How to Get Rid of Dark Spots on Dark Skin?

I have a lot of dark spots on my leg from an allergic reaction,what is the best treatment? I am a black woman with tan complexion

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I Am a Dark Skinned Woman. How Can I Get Even Skin Tone?

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Hyperpigmentation After Keratosis Pilaris, How To Treat? (photo)

I had severe keratosis pilaris on upper arms. After a non-invasive treatment of oral Isotretinoine 2,8mg per day and topical coconut oil I cleared it...

Lump on Right Nostril

About 7 years ago I made the bad decision to get a nose piercing. It got infected, and now there is a section of hard scar tissue inside my nostril...

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I Need a Professional Opinion of the Use of the Dermapen with Neocutis BioSerum?

I love the NeoCutis product and am continually looking for ways to stay young. I found this Dermapen and was looking for a provider and wanted to see...

Is there any Treatment for a Small Hematoma in Eye Socket? (photo)

More than 10 years I have a small hematoma in my eye socket, right below my eyebrow caused by tweezing brows. I've noticed a lack of elasticity in...

I am 32 but Look 10 Years Older.I Have Dry Skin and Have Dark Spots in my Face.

What are my options?

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Help on Keratosis Pilaris..

Hello. I am 24 years old and have had Keratosis Pilaris on my arms,legs, and face since i was about 5 yrs old. It goes from my shoulders all the way...

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Hi. I Am a 27 Year Old African American Women. For a Very Long Time I Have Had Dark Spots on Different Parts of my Body.

Thoes parts being my legs, my arms,my thigh and a little on my face. I have tryed coco butter, bleaching creams, the goo inside the Alvero plants, but...

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What Mineral Make Up Dont Cause Acne and Milia?

Hi im 15 years old after using epiduo gel for 3 months i dont have more pimples but now i have milia,i dont know what to do with my skin,actually i...

Can a Photofacial, Microdermabrasion, and AccentXL Be Done in One Session Safely?

I have purchased a package that includes all three services and they all are to be done in one session. Is this safe to do a Microdermabrasion and...

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Why Does my Dermatologist Want Me to Have Surgery Within the Next 2 Weeks to Remove BCC?

I have just been diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma rodent ulcer which i have had and left untreated for several years as i thought it was eczema. My...

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Which of These Products Do I Need the Most in The Obagi Nu-derm Line?

Which of the products in the Obagi Nu-Derm do I really need? I know there is a blender, clear, toner, exoderm, used with a retin A in the obagi...

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I Was Diagnosed with 2 Bcc's in Feb 2011,

One by my right eye(inner canthus is what they called it)which has been removed and had a skin graft from my inner ear. The other is under my left eye...

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Recommendations for Experienced Dermatologist in Brooklyn, NY?

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How Do I Get Rid of a Selsun Blue-caused Chemical Burn on my Face? The Skin is Red, and Obviously Burnt.

I used the product for a tinea versicolor spot, as prescribed by my doctor. However, I forgot to wash it off last night and woke up with a burn this...

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I Have A Bump Growing On My Toe, What's The Cause? (photo)

My foot has had a ring worm type issue going on for over a year now, and its getting worse, thow there is more and looks like a bump / my bone grew on...

2 doctor answers

Are There New Facial Treatment Technologies That Are Very Effective?

I'm from Singapore, and im about to start my own beauty salon. I was wondering if there are new facial treatment technlogies that are perhaps out...

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Can Premature Aging Be Somewhat Reversed Naturally?

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Dermatologic Surgeon - Board-Certified Dermatologist + Board-Certified Surgeon?

What is a Dermatologic Surgeon? Board Certified Surgeon and Board Certified Dermatologist?

What Can Be Done About an Old Skin Graft?

Im white female and my scar takes up most of my calf. I was severely burned 3 years ago and had skin graft surgery, the dictors were very...

After Amputation is There a Ointment to Harden the Skin on Stump

My husband has had a below knee amputation ,he has a false leg ,is there a ointment to harden the skin of the stump as he has blisters after wearing...

Can They Use Together the Same Time??

Hello, i have comedonal (white heads) on my face, and i met my dermatologist and she told me to use Stieve-A cream 0.20%, Brevoxyl(Benzoyl peroxide...

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Growth on my Nose, Could it be Rhynophyma Dermabrasion?

I have a growth on my nose and heard it was this term. I can't find much information on the Internet about it. Is a growth on your nose rhynophyma...

Is Niacinamide Bad for Keratosis Pilaris?

Hello MD's .. is high concentration of niacinamide ( B3 ) will make my kp worse ?? i googled some info's and read that it build proteins and...

Is This a Form of Dandruff?

If so, how do I treat it on my own(I have no health insurance)? (I have a few small patches on my scalp)

What is the Safest Resurfacing Technique For Uneven Skin Tone?

I've been considering skin resurfacing, but there are too many choices. What is the best method? Laser? Chemical peel? Facial? I have relatively...

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Is It Ok to Try to Reduce Estrogen Levels?

My dermatologist said we shouldn't tamper with hormones but is there a way to naturally rid the body of excess hormones? I often read about...

Open Wound on Forehead For Several Years, I'm Very Worried What's Causing This? (photo)

Hi, I'm a 35 yr old woman and I have had an unhealing wound on my forehead for almost 3 years. It started like a flesh colored pimple, and I...

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How to Treat Keratosis Pilaris on a 10 Year Old Boy?

They are mainly on the cheek area and they are leaving scars what can be done about it? thanks

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What Precautions Will I Need to Take when Using Glycolic in a Manicure or Pedicure

Please explain the precautions that i would need to take when using the following product Glycolic in a manicure or pedicure treatments.

What is the Best Way to Increase Radiance in Your Skin to Get the Glow?

Hello: I am 34 and am looking to "get the glow" in my skin. My skin is dry and sensitive with minimal fine lines and spots. I am getting...

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Can a Nose Pimple, with Black Discoloration, Spread over the Nose Top? What Danger, if Any

My granddaughter had a pimple on one side of the nose and this caused a blackish discoloration. The pimple healed but the discoloration spread over a...

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Treatment for Acanthosis Nigricans After Underlying Problem Has Been Dealt With?

In the past six months I lost a great deal of weight, and was able to pull myself out of being diabetic with a great change in diet. Unfortunately, I...

Redness, Pigmentation and Freckles: What Can I Do?

I have very red cheeks that get even more red and sometimes sting and burn when I exercise or am in sunlight or hot weather, I also have freckles on...

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Cleanser I Can Use to Promote Healing but Prevent Sebum Plugs?

I've had 2 scar revision on both creases of nose due to very large pores created by sebum plugs in the crease during healing process. I'm...

How to Find an Experienced Dermatologist Who Can Help Me!

I've seen a dermatologist for bilateral spots on the bridge of my nose-the MD thinks it's xanthelasma but, they are not raised and I'm in...

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What Do You Rec for a Possible Face Burn from Products?

I've been using olay night regenerist elixer on my face now for a bout 3 wks. it's supposed to be like a SUPER light chemical peel. i...

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Best Way to Thin out Oily Skin ?

Is there any way to thin out thick , oily nose skin (only skin) ?

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Will This Raw Skin Patch Heal Properly?

I scratched the skin around a cyst and the skin is so delicate that it tore and now I am left with a round red raw patch of skin. I have been applying...

I Have Small Bumps on my Penis Head, What's The Cause? I'm STD Free.

I have small bumps on my penis head and initially thought it was PPP (Pearly Penile Papules) I tried everything from tea tree oil to recommended...

Swollen, Dry Eyelids And Eyelashes Falling Out. What's Going On?

Hello doctors, my eyelids have been swollen for a quite a while. they feel dry too if i put moisturizer on it, it gives me a headache or more like...

How Can Teens Prevent Aging?

I'm 19, residing in Seattle, and want to be proactive in preventative care. What is a good regime to follow? What products should I use? Thank you...

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Aggressive Familial Multiple Trichoepithelioma

Looking for a doctor who has treated aggressive familial multiple trichoepithelioma. I have searched many derms but none have an actually treated...

Can You Purchase Individual Obagi Products from a Dermatologist or Plastic Surgeon?

Instead of purchasing the entire kit? Second, do you have to use the products forever to maintain results? My face and neck are darker than the rest...

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Seeking Doctor Who Treats Hemosiderin Stains in NYC

I have a hard time finding a dr. who treats hemosidern stains (I have hemosiderin stains under my eyes, near the cheekbone from nose surgery) with a q...

Which Multivitamin is Best for Radiant and Glowing Skin?

I am 19/f!have tried everything to get dat glow on my skin!i workout,take da right diet but still fail!even took multivitamins but no change!please...

Can Mometasone Furoate Cream Be Used to Treat Vitiglio

My Typically Clear Face Is Breaking Out In A Rash- Itching, Sensitive. What Can I Fo?

Good day, My face started having like rash and became dry itching sensitive when exposed to heat. Even I used Vaseline it just last only minutes....

Best Treatment for Discoloration of Skin Around the Eyes? (photo)

My eyelid area (esp. the extreme outer edges of both eyes) is unusually red/bruised looking. This has been getting worse since adolescence (I'm...

Are There Any Natural Methods For Addressing Under Eye Lines?

I have lines under my eye, I want a solution other than injectable fillers such as botox or laser treatments. do I have any options?

Can I Add a Few Drop of JOJOBA OIL to my Morniing Spf Moisturizer?

Hi, im currently using retin a .25% gel every other night..i moisturize with proactiv green tea moisturizer after i wash my face at night and wait at...

Storage for Tazorac: Have I Stored it Correctly and is it Working?

Back in April, a dermatologist in Texas gave me samples of Tazorac .1%. The box says to store in temperatures between 23 degrees F - 86 degrees F....

Does Kenalog Get Rid of Swelling from Allergic Reaction?

I had juvederm two months ago i hated it and my philtrim (skin above upperlp) looked long and strange must be the way she injectedd as i looked like...

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Are There Drs That Give Tanning Injections?

I heard about tanning injections are there any drs in columbia, sc, that give injections for a tan?

Had a Bad Experience Vitalize Peel, Would Obagi Nuderm Help with That??

Short story, had a vitalize peel on may bad products, sun exposure, they apply three layers and didn't gave me no instructions, anyway I have...

Treatment for Oozing Scalp from Eczema?

I have eczema of my scalp that is now causing my scalp to ooze. I have been asked to take Keflex, which I am still currently on, and was told to wash...

I Have Got Black/brown Dots Under my Eyes After RF Treatment Done for Milia Under my Eye, is It Normal? (photo)

Hello, i'am 20 years old and i have been having trouble with dark circles and milia under my eyes ,i went to a cosmetologist and he suggested...

Is Intralesional Electrodesiccation for Syringomas Effective & Does Anyone Do This in NYC?

Does Pore Extraction Can Help Oily Nose Skin ?

I see small black dots on my nose , if I do pore extraction with my hands , does it help my oily skin? or is there a better way?

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How to Get Rid of Post Inflammatory Pigmentation Red Marks? (photo)

I have so many red marks over my face after recovering from a huge breakout. Can anyone tell me how to get rid of those red marks? Are those severe or...

Has Anyone Heard of the Erayser Which Uses Light Wave Therapy (IPT) with a Light Sensitive Lotion to Remove Hair?

I read that it's pain free and is suitable for all skintypes with no side effects, is this true?

What Can Get Rid Of Small Hole Like Scars Between Eyebrows?

I had a spot between my eyebrows around 1 year ago I popped it and it left some scabbing once the scabs had gone it left to small hole like scars, i...

Is It Possible To Get A Tattoo over Melasma?

Melasma due to hormonal imbalance covered with permanent tattoo

I Have a Bump in the Corner of my Eye Between a Bridge on my Nose and Eye? (photo)

Hello a few months ago a bump developed between my eye and the birdge of my nose it seems to be slightly discolored, today its extremely colored...

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How to Treat Face Swelling/blister from Mastisol Put Around Mouth to Secure Surgical Tape

To keep oxygen tube in place during surgery, Mastisol applied around mouth to secure tape holding tube. Right after surgery, redness at sight led to...

What is the Cost of Dermatofibroma Removal on Lower Leg?

Its on my lower leg

What Does It Mean to Be Board Certified in Dermatology?

If my doctor is board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology, what exactly does that mean? What procedures are they specially trained to do?

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I'm 39 Been Diagnosed with Facial Milia, Clogged Pores, Acne, Roscasea. What Do I Do?

Derm just put me on metrogel for rosacea (very expensive) antiboitic that was generic, but still cost me $50 and insurance is denying to cover any...

How to Treat Dark Patches After a Face Bleach Reaction?

Hello AFter i applied face bleach in a salon on wednesday ..my face got inflamed and now i have black patches on the face. they look like dried burnt...

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Red Hyperpigmentation Between Nose and Lip Following Burn

Although a second degree facial burn from an oxygen tank healed, it left a bright red hyperpigmentation of the skin between the nose and mouth making...

What Causes Milia and What Are the Ways to Permanently Get Rid of It? Do Diet and Pollution Really Have Anything to Do with It?

Bio Oil Claims to "Even out Skin Tone" Will It at the Same Time Lighten my Complexion?

Red Spots Around my Collar Bone. I'm 14 and It's Getting Worse and I'm Feeling More and More Sick. What Could it Be?

A few days ago i found a couple redish spots around my collar bone and they didnt hurt or itch but i felt dizzy that same day and the next day i...

How to Cover Up Skin Tags on the Nose?

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What Are the Symptoms of Having Psoriasis?

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Road Rash What's the Best Treatment to Get my Color Back?

I am an African American with road rash on my hand. Now my hand has pink spots all over it.

Cyst Came Back After Cortisone Shot, Will Another Shot Make It Worse?

I have an indent in my right cheek from a cortisone shot in a previous cyst, four months later now the cyst came back in the same spot of the indent....

What Can Be Done to Tighten Pores Permanently?

I seem to have stubborn pores that are so responsive to the environment that I am in. When I get exposed to a hot and dusty and smoggy environment I...

How to Restore Pigmentation to Upper Lips.

Loss of pigmentation on upper lips.

Causes of Reocurring and Spreading Melasma?

I have had melasma for 2y, it started as a small pygmented area on my cheek while i was on summer vacation. I have always been using sun protection...

Burnt Nose With A Cream And Peeled It, How Can I Fix This?

About 2 month ago i burnt my nose with some cream and about a week ago i peel it and now it looks nasthy what can i do need help please...

DUPLICATE-Can I Put on Products 20-30 Mins Prior to Applying Tretinoin Gel?

The instructions for applying Tretinoin Gel say to wait 20-30 minutes after washing/pat-drying your face. My problem is that my face gets dry during...

Does Skin Penetration Enhancer Like Dimethyl Isosorbide Help to Absorb Hyaluronic Acid?

We know hyaluronic acid can not panetrate skin. So in topical preparation can dimethyl isosorbide, a skin penetration enhance help to absorb...

Dosage and Treatment Period of Isotretinoin for Extremely Oily Skin?

I can see droplets of sebum on my nose in few mins after face wash and due to oily skin my pores are getting enlarged. Consulted many doctors in India...

What are my best options to reduce the pores on my face?

Personal situation: Male,under 30 years old, white (bit lighter skin tone). Not active acne anymore (every now & then a bit). No 'oil'...

What Are The Best Options To Restore Youthful Glow To 28 Year Old Male, Indian Decent?

I've noticed from photos I'm looking noticeably older than a few months ago (poor diet and sleep maybe - I've improved on this). I'm...

Top Lip Line Repair

I have deep wrinkles above my top lip due to sun and cig smoke damage. Can this be repaired?

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I Have a Medium Skin Tone( Caucasian and Asian Heritage). I Have Some Red Spots on my Face, Should I be Concerned?

I have a medium skin tone( Indian/caucasian mistaken for hispanic,and italian very often). There are some red spots on my face from acne. I purchased...

Risk And Chance Of Scarring For Removal Of Growth Wart on the Lip?

At first it looked like a spot on the top part of the lip but after a week it has grown quite big and looks like a wart. we have been to the doctors...

I Pierced my Ears and I Removed the Gauge After 2 Days After the Piercing Will They Close

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had Chicken Pox 2 Months Ago, Will Hair Grow Back Where I Had One on my Eyebrow?

I had chicken pox on july 2011. Now I have a little remain one neart to my nose and one near to my eyebrow. I'm really worried and depressed. Will...

Open Pores with Whiteheads and Blackheads, Which Treatment is Best for me? IPL, Chemical Peel, Fraxel?

I have a zillion large really large open pores on my cheeks and nose which are accompanied by white heads and blackheads. Should i opt for a chemical...

Is There Any Skin Care Line That You Recommend As the Most Effective?

I have heard that the Dr. Sebagh line is very good.

How to Treat Comedonal Without Leaving Scars??

I have been using Stieve-A for 3 months and i've extracted those comedonals every one month, but it leaves lots of tiny holes on my face.. please...

What Are My Options For Scrotum Skin Irritation?

I am 38 male here.I have a problem on scrotum skin irritation after a long term of using steroids creams for penile shaft.A dermatologist says it...

Nail Psoriasis - or Something Else?

I have had this nail condition on and off for about 12-15 years now. The only symptom is onycholisis (separation of nail plate) which makes the nails...

Can Itracanozole Work for Seboherric Dermatitis?

I have seb derm on my face and cheeks I have little bit of dry skin but mostly really red and is sometime sore

I Am Only 25 but I Am Beginning to Look 40, What is Wrong and How Can I Fix It? (photo)

Hello, I am only 25 but I have aged significantly over the past 2 years. I think this may be due to stress. My friends and young students have also...

What to Do at Age 17 with Eye Hollows?

Under my eyes i have this circles (not wrinkles) but half circles. i tried putting potatoes under my eyes, aloe vera, and what not! i started getting...

Best Treatment for Dpn on Dark Skin with No Scarring or Hyperpigmentation?

Best treatment for dpn on dark skin causing no scarring or hyperpigmentation

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Can I Rebond my Hair if I Have my Vitiligo?

I have my vitiligo and I want to rebond my hair. Is it okay for me.?

What Can I Do About a Slightly Raised Skin Bump on my Nose?

I have a small circular area (3-4mm in diameter) on my nose that's slightly raised. It happened because I was squeezing it too hard one day. I...

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I Have DPN, if These Are Removed Will Keloids Exist Also Will Skin Area Become Lighter?

Does removel of dpn on african americans cause keloids and will that area appear lightened

Can I Start Using Retinoids at Age 16 and if So How Can I Attain the Prescription Drug Instead of the Drug Store Versions?

Since I am 16 I always have to go to my general doctor before I can be transferred to an actual dermatologist; however I do not have any acne, just a...

Why Do I Get a Really Bad Crop of Spots when I Have Facial Waxing?

Can Multiple Keloids Still Growing Lead to Cancer?

I have multiple keloids with itching till now some more keloids newly formed and also growing may it leads to cancer

What's the Difference in Nodules and Granulomas ?

Do they ever go away on their on if they do how long does it take?

Is It Possible For the Skin on the Face to Rejuvenate Itself With Rest and Vitamins?

Hi Im 31 years old and have always been very young looking due to having quite a full face.We had a really bad year in 2010 going through family...

What Kind of Eye Problem do I Have? (photo)

I m 27 years old ,i m suffering this problem last 5 years , but there is no pain in my eyes because of this problem . plz telll me after seeing...

Does This Sound Like Foliculitus?

Small red lumps on the body, extremely sensitive to touch. Current sufferer of eczema. Problem began when hair began to grow much thicker on my body.

How Do You Treat Autoimmune Hives? My Dad Has Had Them for 5 Years with No Relief, and Now He Has Angioedema-please Help!

Options to Lessen Redness on Face? (photo)

Hi, im 19 years old and very obssessed and vain on my physical appearance .. for the following weeks i had an acne and i started the healing process...

Do You Have to Go to a Dermatologist to Get a Cortisone Shot for a Cyst?

I have a cyst on my right cheek, right under my eye. I heard that a cortisone shot could dramatically help get rid of it, so i was wondering if I...

Bumps on Skin Almost Corrugated on My Toe. Painless, But What Could it Be?

Have some very small hard bumps on the skin of my great toe. The bumps are not discolored, painful or itchy. The skin near the upper arch of my...

I'm Not Sure if I Have a Pimple or a Hemorrhoid. Bump on Anus Hurts After Wiping?

I've had blood on my toilet paper but not in my stool. I decided to look and noticed i have a big lump on my anus. it hurts to walk(but is...

Suppose I Had $10k to Invest in Myself. What Are The Top Treatments You'd Recommend? Need a Consultant, Not a Specialist.

Suppose you had $10k to put into house repairs. To decide how to best invest your money, you wouldn't talk to the guy who runs electrical cables....

Removal of Benign Tumors in Arm, Can I Expect Good Results?

I have benign rumors forming in 2 sepperate clusters only on my left arm, the top cluster may e 20-25 and the bottom about 10, is there anyway I can...

What is This Red Spor, and if I Remove It Will It Leave a Scar? (photo)

/ I would feel so embarrassed because of it:(

When Lips Get Extra Sensitive, Chapped and Swollen Sometimes, What's the Cause? Never Have Had a Procedure.

When lips get extra sensitive, chapped and swollen sometimes, what's up? all natural, never had any procedure. Even parts of my face and mouth are...

The Top of my Head is Severely Itchy After Almost 3 Months Since I Had Brain Surgery, How Do I Get the Itchiness to Stop?

I had surgery at the beginning of February to test Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for depression. DBS has been used for a long time for Parkinson's...

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