Most people have moles on their skin. Moles are referred to by the medical community as nevi, and a nevus (singular mole) forms when melanocytes – cells that produce melanin, which gives skin its color – grow in small clusters or clumps. This results in moles that are usually brown or flesh-colored. You will usually
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10 Things to Know About Mohs Surgery
Newly diagnosed skin cancer impacts the lives of more than one million Americans annually. Fortunately, there are a variety of effective treatment options for skin cancer, including a highly advanced treatment called Mohs surgery. Here are 10 things to know about this innovative and effective skin cancer procedure. Mohs Surgery Has Been Around a Long
Read MoreTop Facts You Need to Know About Skin Cancer
Skin cancer is more than an ugly spot on your body. It’s a growth that can be deadly. However, when detected and treated early on, all forms of this malignancy may be cured. Your skin cancer specialist in Winder, GA, offers the following top facts about the most common type of cancer in the United
Read MoreGet Ready for Mohs Surgery: What to Expect
Since it was developed in the 1930s, Mohs surgery (Mohs micrographic surgery) has become the widely preferred cancer treatment method—for a number of good reasons. To be specific, it delivers excellent cosmetic results, it is speedy and efficient, and it has the lowest recurrence rate and the highest likelihood of complete cure among all treatment
Read MoreSpot the Melanoma: Warning Signs
Melanoma is a form of skin cancer that develops when specialized pigment-producing cells in the skin and eyes called melanocytes mutate and divide uncontrollably. While much less common compared to other types of skin cancers, melanoma is the most serious of all, as it has the potential to spread to other parts of the body—including vital organs—even far
Read MoreHow Can a Dermatologist Help You?
According to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), more than 84.5 million—one in four—Americans have a skin disease. Whether you’re a statistic or you just want to keep your skin blemish-free and radiant all year round, you will greatly benefit from the expertise of a dermatologist. Here’s how a dermatologist can help you with your
Read MoreSkin Cancer: Know The Different Types And How To Treat Them
Daily exposure to sunlight increases our risk of acquiring and developing skin-related diseases. One of the most common skin-related diseases in the United States is skin cancer. Skin cancer may appear as a spot or lesion on your skin that may go unnoticed at first. It may sound worrisome, but nearly all skin cancers are
Read MoreSigns You Need to See a Dermatologist
While your primary care physician can handle many common and simple skin problems, you may need to see a dermatologist if you have one that covers a significant part of your body, if it may lead to extensive scarring or permanent skin damage, or if you think it signifies a potentially serious underlying medical condition.
Read MoreVisiting a Skin Cancer Specialist? What to Expect
According to the American Dermatology Association, skin cancer is the most common cancer, affecting almost one in five Americans. Many skin features that seem harmless may be a sign of skin cancer. It helps to see a skin cancer specialist regularly for early detection and prevention of this disease or treatment, if necessary. Visiting a
Read MoreProtect Your Skin This Summer with These Tips by a Skin Specialist
Summertime means bright sunshine and warmer weather, making it the perfect time to “lay out” at the beach or pool and relax – or to spend hours outside swimming and playing sports with family and friends. However, the sun’s UV (ultraviolet) rays are powerful enough to cause severe skin damage. Fortunately, there are simple things
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