All varieties of acne are more common in women than in men, but even though it is not uncommon for acne to occur in women, it can be a serious problem in some cases. For some women, acne may be a warning sign of an underlying medical condition. When a woman's acne is accompanied by excessive facial hair, thinning hair or bald areas on the scalp and irregular menstrual cycles, it may be symptomatic...
August 06
No matter what a person's age, acne is caused when excess sebum, skin cells and bacteria accumulate on the skin which is an oil that the body produces to help naturally moisturize the skin. There are many different factors that can contribute to formation of acne. Here are some of the most common: Hormone Fluctuations One of the most important factors is hormone fluctuations. During adolescence, acne...
August 06
International cancer experts have moved tanning beds and other sources of ultraviolet radiation into the top cancer risk category, deeming them as deadly as arsenic and mustard gas. This new classification means tanning beds and other sources of ultraviolet radiation are definite causes of cancer, alongside tobacco, the hepatitis B virus and chimney sweeping, among others. A new analysis of about 20...
July 30
The damaging effects of the sun have been extensively studied, and it is now well established that exposure to the sun can cause skin cancer and premature aging. Most of the sun exposure a person experiences in their lifetime occurs during childhood so preventative measures should be taken to minimize the damage inflicted by this exposure. Historically, the American Academy of Dermatology and the American...
July 24
Our dermatologists at East Coast Dermatology recommend comprehensive sun protection to prevent premature aging caused by the sun. Comprehensive sun protection includes: Avoiding deliberate tanning, including use of indoor tanning devices. Staying out of the sun between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., when the sun's rays are the strongest. Wearing protective clothing, such as a wide-brimmed hat and...
July 17