Protect Your Skin This Spring Break

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After the holidays, it can be difficult to get back on the reality swing. Yet, the changing of the seasons reminds us of the anticipated week in March, Spring Break! Spring Break is a time we can relax and enjoy company with family and friends, and the last thing you need is to come back … Read Full Article

Your Kids and Hand-washing: What you need to know

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What is that? You notice something is different about your child’s skin. It could be a rash, allergic reaction, or it could be something quite different. Children are prone to different skin problems as a result of their environment at school and their lower immunity. Common skin problems can include hives, allergic reactions, warts, ringworm, … Read Full Article

Living with Alopecia Areata

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I first encountered Alopecia Areata nearly six years ago. Brushing my hair one morning, a significant chunk fell out onto the counter and I panicked. My fear was quickly followed by frantic hours spent looking in the mirror and covering my thinning patches. This patterned continued over the next few weeks, until more than 50% … Read Full Article

Painless Skin Cancer and Keloid Removal

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Skin cancer and related growths can be scary, but thanks to a cutting-edge procedure now available in the San Antonio area, treatment doesn’t have to be. Traditional methods of skin cancer removal, such as cutting or scraping of the skin, can leave permanent scarring. Recovery from this treatment can impact a patient’s quality of life … Read Full Article

Laser Skin Treatment: Benefits

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When you think of lasers, you may get mental images of a dramatic rock show or a 1950’s horror film. In reality, laser skin treatments can be used for a variety of beneficial purposes! What is laser skin treatment? Laser skin treatment is a safe, non-surgical procedure that is very effective for a number of … Read Full Article

Decipher Your Sneeze: Allergies

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Allergies are an immune system response to a foreign object, to which the body has become hypersensitive. Although incredibly common, many people do not know the source of their allergies or how to prevent them. Understanding what causes allergies can not only help you avoid certain symptom triggers, but can also save your life! Are … Read Full Article

Sun Protection Time!!!

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Great suggestions to avoid sunburn from the American Academy of Dermatology: Seek shade when appropriate. The sun’s rays are strongest between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. If your shadow appears to be shorter than you are, seek shade. Wear protective clothing. Wear a long-sleeved shirt, pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and sunglasses wherever possible. Generously apply … Read Full Article