Psoriasis patients across the country have search for relief for their skin and joint ailments for years. As new drugs appear on the market, more individuals confront the effects of this disease on their physical and psychological well being and reach out for hopes of relief. HUMIRA (Adalimumab) has shown great promise in addressing multiple symptoms – so what is HUMIRA, Continue reading
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. As the second leading cause of cancer death in women, and with 1 in 8 American women developing invasive breast cancer in their lifetime, Sanova Dermatology would like to help spread awareness about this very serious and potentially devastating condition. “Screening is incredibly important and all women should see their physicians for regular breast Continue reading
“A basal cell carcinoma is one of the more common forms of skin cancers and, fortunately, one of the most treatable,” says Dr. Adam Mamelak, board certified dermatologist and skin cancer specialist in Austin, Texas. Basal cell carcinoma is most commonly caused by exposure of the skin to ultraviolet light, either from the sun or a tanning bed. Gradually, the Continue reading
As people get older, one of the places it’s most visibly evident is the hands. “Wrinkles and folds in the skin can reveal the veins, and the loss in volume that occurs over time causes tendons to become visible, revealing the age of our hands,” explains Dr. Miriam Hanson, board certified dermatologist and cosmetic specialist in Austin, Texas. There’s a Continue reading
If you are looking for a natural product to promote healthy skin, you may not need to look any further than your natural food outlet or local chain drugstore. Coconut oil has long been used to moisturize and protect the skin, but never before, has it taken such a prominent place among mainstream cosmetic remedies. Celebrities, as well as organic Continue reading
Xeljanz (tofacitinib citrate), made by Pfizer, Inc., belongs to a class of drugs known as kinase inhibitors. The drug works by blocking the substances in your body that cause inflammation. Xeljanz has been show to provide relief to moderate to severe sufferers of the autoimmune disease, rheumatoid arthritis. The results of a small case study has patients asking: is Xeljanz Continue reading
Patients diagnosed with skin cancer often seek Mohs surgery to have their tumors treated and removed with over 99% cure rates. The Mohs procedure leaves surgical defects that often then need to be sutured closed and repaired. But when the doctor places the last stitch, the procedure isn’t necessarily over. Covering Up The Evidence “I’m always surprised how quickly patients Continue reading
Over the past decades, the occurrence of skin cancer has gradually increased despite public awareness campaigns and prevention efforts. A recent study in the UK actually reported that there were more people dying from skin cancer than car accidents in some parts of the world. “It’s unsettling,” says Dr. Adam Mamelak, a board certified Dermatologist and Mohs Micrographic Surgeon in Continue reading
Kybella (deoxycholic acid) is a new FDA-approved non-invasive treatment for moderate to severe submental fullness, more commonly known as a double chin. As with any new medical procedure, it is important to be aware all safety information, side effects and potential health issues associated with this body contouring treatment. “Most of this is common sense,” explains Dr. Adam Mamelak, board-certified Continue reading
Does Coolsculpting work for fat reduction? The short answer is yes! The way Coolsculpting, or as it is scientifically called, cryolipolysis works for fat reduction involves using a device that is applied to the skin to freeze fat cells, killing and removing them. The treatment, considered a great noninvasive alternative to liposuction, is used to remove unsightly bulges, around the Continue reading
