There are four major types of pre-cancerous lesions to watch out for. The first of which is acitinic keratosis, which is the result of chronic sun exposure, and is usually found on fair skinned individuals. With this type of lesion, the affected areas are flat, rough and feel like sandpaper. Acitinic keratosis has the potential …
Dr. Tony Nakhla is a Reputable Cosmetic Dermatologist & Skin Cancer Surgeon
Dr. Tony Nakhla is a board-certified skin dermatologist and can help treat a variety of skin concerns and skin issues that are unwanted. His team can help you treat and diagnose any concerns you have for abnormal growths and potential skin cancers. For example, if you have a new mole that has developed, you should …
How the Pharos Excimer Laser Treats Psoriasis
OC Skin Institute offers a cosmetic laser treatment to treat skin conditions such as psoriasis and vitiligo. For mild to moderate psoriasis, this UV laser targets active lesions only. This laser also delivers concentrated light which is beneficial because it promotes quicker results. It is also recommended by board-certified dermatologists in treating difficult areas such …
What to Know About Rashes That are Called Seborrheic Dermatitis
Seborrheic dermatitis is a very common type of skin rash that is most often seen in infants and adults between the ages of 30 and 60. The rash, which is harmless, may appear reddish in color, have a yellow or white scaly crust, and give the skin a greasy, swollen appearance. Causes of Seborrheic Dermatitis: …
What is Telangiectasia and What are Effective Dermatologic Treatments?
Frequently referred to as spider veins, telangiectasia is a common medical condition marked by a widening of small blood vessels near the skin’s surface. Affected veins, which can measure from 1 to 3 millimeters in width, are known as telangiectases. Telangiectases typically appear as clusters of thin red or pink streaks that resemble a spider’s …
Adult Acne Symptoms and Treatment
Acne is the most common skin problem in America. As a result, there is much information regarding acne available. However, not all of this information is accurate. Those who wish to have clearer skin should visit Calabasas dermatologist Dr. Tony Nakhla for professional treatment, instead of self help methods at home. Some people think you …
Causes and Treatments for Leg Veins
Varicose veins are tortuous, enlarged veins that bulge above the skin’s surface while spider veins are spindly, small veins that branch like spider webs. Both are undesirable. Both chronic venous diseases may appear blue, purple or red and feel uncomfortable, itchy or painful. People who have varicose or spider veins have a higher risk of …
What to Do About Diaper Rashes
A baby is likely to develop a diaper rash during infancy despite how carefully caregivers attend to his hygiene. Antibiotics taken by a baby or his breastfeeding mother increase the likelihood of the baby developing a diaper rash. Other risk factors include having diarrhea, sleeping in a soiled diaper and starting solid foods. Mild Diaper …
Types of Rashes
Many people believe that all rashes are the same, so they tend to treat them with hydrocortisone cream or oral antihistamines. However, a dermatologist knows that rashes differ in terms of clinical manifestation. Some rashes are concentrated in one area while others occur on all parts of the body. There are rashes that disappear after …
Types of Psoriasis & Treatment with the Pharos Excimer Laser
Patients who suffer from psoriasis need a treatment plan tailored to their specific kind of psoriasis. There are seven types of psoriasis a board-certified dermatologist or skin care specialist can potentially see. Plaque Psoriasis or Psoriasis Vulgaris Plaque psoriasis is the most common variety of psoriasis, afflicting 80 percent of patients. Plaque psoriasis is characterized …