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Teens & Skin Cancer: Understanding the Risks, Prevention, & Early Detection

As a dermatologist, I strongly advocate for the prevention of skin cancer. One demographic that is often overlooked when it comes to skin cancer prevention is teenagers. This age group may not feel the immediate effects of sun damage but overexposure to UV rays during the teenage years is linked to increased risks of skin cancer later in life. As Continue reading

5 Habits to Adopt for Skin Cancer Prevention

Skin cancer is a form of cancer that typically develops in areas exposed to the sun or other ultraviolet radiation. It is caused by the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells that have been damaged by the sun’s harmful rays. Although skin cancer is a common problem, it is also highly preventable. By adopting some simple everyday habits, you can reduce Continue reading

The Importance of Regular Skin Screenings

The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) makes available on its patient education website some surprising statistics when it comes to the prevalence of skin cancer throughout the United States. “Most notable is the fact that skin cancer is actually the most common form of cancer within the U.S. population,” explains Dr. Melanie Pickett, board-certified dermatologist at Sanova Dermatology. Estimates are Continue reading

PRP for Female Pattern Hair Loss

“To say that hair loss is traumatic for a woman is an understatement,” states Dr. Aron Gewirtzman, board certified dermatologist at Sanova Dermatology – Central Austin in Austin, Texas.” Our society is far more accepting of hair loss in men, and nobody is particularly shocked when they see a man with a receding hairline, or even a completely bald head,” Continue reading

Can Platelet Rich Protein Treat Male Pattern Baldness?

Hair loss is a common and frustrating problem for many men. Close to 85% of men will experience hair loss during their lives, and most of that hair loss is genetic. Currently, there are two drugs with FDA approval to treat androgenic alopecia, more commonly called male pattern baldness. Minoxidil and Finasteride have both been shown to reduce hair loss and in some Continue reading

How are Scarring and Non-Scarring Hair Loss Different?

Hair loss is all too common a concern. For men and women alike, hair loss can be an indication of a health problem, a side effect of a medical treatment or medication, or something we consider genetically programmed and part of the natural aging process. Regardless of the reasons, hair loss is much more than an aesthetic concern. As such, there Continue reading

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