For more severe cases, dermatologists may prescribe medications such as antibiotics, hormonal treatments like birth control pills and spironolactone that help reduce the effects of hormones on excess ...

On Thursday, May 15, 2025, while seeing patients with my residents, I received a text from one of my partners requesting that I call her ASAP. I assumed it was an urgent practice-related problem, but ...

The AAD is offering financial support to residents engaged in quality improvement projects that help meet requirements for ACGME accreditation. Receive up to $2,000 and recognition for the valuable ...

The hormones your body creates during pregnancy can cause eczema to develop or worsen. In fact, eczema is the most common skin disease people experience during pregnancy.

Sunscreen has been in the news a lot lately. This news has some people wondering whether sunscreen is safe to use. Dermatologists understand that you may feel concerned. To help you make informed ...

What is acne keloidalis nuchae? It’s a common skin condition, which is often mistaken for acne or razor bumps on the back of the neck and scalp. Without proper treatment, acne keloidalis nuchae (AKN) ...

The word “biopsy” is one of those worrisome words that people often associate with cancer. While it’s true that your dermatologist will perform a skin biopsy if a growth on your skin might be skin ...

Whether your beard is close-cropped or full and bushy, skin problems can develop beneath it. With this expert advice from dermatologists, you can often treat five of the most common problems at home.

Board-certified dermatologist Chris Adigun, MD, FAAD, recommends durable manicures like the one that you can get from dip powder nails for some of her patients. This hard-as-nails manicure can help a ...

Find out why dark spots appear and what can fade them. If you have what feels like razor bumps or acne on the back of your neck or scalp, you may have acne keloidalis nuchae. Find out what can help. A ...

It’s easy to see why people love dry shampoo. Apply a small amount to dry hair and you have a convenient way to soak up the oil, making your hair look clean. This can be helpful after a workout, when ...

The scaly, greasy patches on your baby's scalp are called cradle cap. Follow these dermatologist tips to loosen and remove the scale to help treat cradle cap at home. Your new baby has the softest ...