Dermatology
Skin conditions, evidence-based treatments, and everyday skincare best practices.
Excessive Sweating (Hyperhidrosis): Causes and Treatments That Work
Sweating far beyond what's needed for temperature control — soaking through clothes, dripping without exertion — is called hyperhidrosis. It affects 4.8% of Americans and is significantly underreported. Effective treatments exist.
Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis): Causes, Triggers, and Treatment
Eczema affects 31 million Americans and causes intensely itchy, inflamed skin. Here's what drives it, what makes it worse, and how modern treatments — including biologics — can bring lasting relief.
Skin Rashes: What Causes Them and How to Treat the Most Common Types
A new rash is one of the most common reasons Americans see a doctor. Most are benign — but knowing which rashes signal emergencies, which are autoimmune, and which are simple contact reactions guides rapid and correct treatment.
Hair Loss: Why It Happens and What Treatments Actually Work
Hair loss affects 80 million Americans and has many distinct causes — from genetics and stress to thyroid disease and nutritional deficiency. Knowing the type determines the treatment. Here's what the evidence says.
Acne Treatment: From Daily Skincare to Medical Solutions
Acne affects 85% of adolescents and millions of adults. Effective treatments exist at every severity level — from over-the-counter retinoids to isotretinoin for severe scarring disease.
Skin Cancer Prevention: The ABCDEs of Melanoma and Sun Safety
Skin cancer is the most common cancer, yet largely preventable. Learn the ABCDE criteria for spotting suspicious moles, why tanning beds are dangerous, and how to build a sun protection routine.
Eczema: Understanding Causes, Triggers, and Modern Treatments
Atopic dermatitis affects up to 20% of children and millions of adults. New targeted biologics like dupilumab are transforming management. Discover trigger identification, skincare, and treatment options.