PSYCHOLOGICAL EFFECTS OF ACNE
The effect of acne upon the psychological state of the patient is a compelling component of the overall morbidity associated with acne; it can be a critical factor in both treatment and management. In fact, for those patients with mild to moderate acne vulgaris, the psychological effects of acne as well as psychosocial may constitute […]
SUNSCREENS—YES OR NO?
Undoubtedly, wholeheartedly, without question YES! Recent controversy over the role of sunscreens in preventing melanoma and skin cancer have raised questions about the use of these agents. About one million cases of skin cancer a year are diagnosed in the United States, including 41,600 new cases of melanoma. Every hour, one American dies of skin cancer. There […]
POSTINFLAMMATORY HYPERPIGMENTATION: AVAILABLE TREATMENTS
Do you have dark spots on your skin that appeared after a flare-up of acne? If yes, you may have a skin condition called postinflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH). PIH can be unsettling, especially when the face is affected. Understanding the underlying cause and possible treatments for PIH is the first step in alleviating anxiety and deciding […]