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People have known for years that natural sunlight helps with psoriasis. The problem is that the full spectrum of UV rays that are present in natural sunbeds and commercial tanning beds may also lead to skin cancer. Narrowband medical light booths and lasers can help to clear psoriasis with minimal increased risk for skin cancer. […]
Seborrheic keratosis (seb-o-REE-ik care-uh-TOE-sis) is a common and benign skin growth. These raised spots can worry people when they first notice them, as they may resemble a wart, a weird mole or even a skin cancer. They are in fact completely harmless, but to be sure that a seborrheic keratosis is what you have, any […]
Warts are an infection of the skin caused by the Human Papillomavirus (HPV). There are more than 100 strains that affect the skin. And while most are harmless, genital warts pose a risk for cancer. Common warts are termed verrucae vulgaris while plantar warts (on the soles) are termed verrucae plantaris. All warts are spread […]
Did you see Dr. Reid’s column in Southwest Metro magazine’s July issue? Check out Dr. Reid’s expert advice below! View the full July issue.
Hawaii recently enacted a law that will ban several common chemical sunscreens. Although the ban does not take until 2021, many of my patients have been asking me about it. Here are some of the questions that I have heard recently. What chemicals are being banned and why? The Hawaii law will ban the sale […]