Epiphany Dermatology

Understanding Eczema: Causes and Treatments

According to the National Eczema Association, 31.6 million Americans have eczema and at least 56 percent have moderate to severe eczema. Many people think eczema is just dry skin, but it’s not that simple. It’s important to know what eczema is, what causes eczema, and what treatment options are available. What is Eczema and What Causes Eczema to Develop? Ezcema is a general term for a particular type of red, itchy rash. Eczema is often the res...

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5 Questions Every Patient Should Ask Their Dermatologist

When planning a visit to the dermatologist, we all have questions we intend to ask. The organized usually make a list and ask their questions in order of importance. Others of us assume we will remember and throw out a question here or there as it comes up in our appointment. Those questions are all well and good, but what does the dermatologist want us to ask? These 5 questions will help you set up yourself, and your family, for a more productive app...

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Skin Growth? It May Be Time To See Your Dermatologist.

You’re getting ready for bed one night and something catches your eye. What is that on your skin? How long has it been there? Should you visit your doctor right away or wait? What if it’s bad? These questions may flood your mind as soon as you notice an unusual mark on your skin. What’s the best course of action? The answer is simple. See your dermatologist. Where did it come from? For whatever reason, we have marks on our skin that seem to com...

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Steroid Creams: Why Percentages Don’t Matter

You visit your dermatologist looking for relief from this red, itchy skin irritation that’s driving you crazy. You’ve tried the strongest over-the-counter steroid cream, but it hasn’t done the trick. You meet with your doctor, and what does he recommend? Another steroid cream. And not just any steroid cream – this one is only HALF the percentage strength of the over-the-counter version. Don’t you need a stronger product? Why is the dermatolo...

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What to Expect From A Yearly Skin Exam

“A yearly skin exam? Doesn’t that seem like a little much?” you (or likely, your husband) may protest. It’s not an uncommon reaction; too often people put off this visit hoping their skin issues will disappear on their own. However, dermatologists highly recommend an annual visit for a number of reasons. Here’s why a yearly skin exam is so important and what you can expect during your visit. Why Do I Need An Exam Every Year? Visiting your d...

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Your Guide to Rosacea: Diagnosis, Treatments, and FAQs

When we see a red spot on our face, we often blame acne, but it may not be the real culprit. If you notice bumps on your skin that acne treatment doesn’t seem to help, you may have rosacea. Distinguishing between rosacea and acne can be tricky, but with an accurate diagnosis comes an effective treatment. What Is Rosacea? Rosacea can be confusing. It looks similar to acne, but the cause and treatments are completely different. It’s an inflammation o...

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Unexplained Bruising on Your Arms and Hands? It Might Be Actinic Purpura

You look down one day and notice some unexplained bruising on your arms. You vaguely remember bumping your arm, but it looks as if you had a major injury. What’s going on? It could be actinic purpura. Known as actinic, senile, or solar purpura, this condition leaves flat, dark splotches or bruises on the skin. It looks like a bruise, but it takes weeks to go away. How Do Bruises Develop? Bruises develop for a reason — even if it’s a subtle one...

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The Facts About Your Baby’s Strawberry Birthmark (Yes, You Have Options)

As you’re trying to figure out how to successfully take care of your little one — Googling every cough, whimper, and spot out of the norm — it seems that any small symptom could be a sign of something scary to come. But fear not! The little red strawberry patch on your precious baby is nothing to worry about. It looks far worse than it is. In fact, it’s normal for babies to have a red birthmark. And more importantly, it’s not d...

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What To Expect From A Cyst Removal

what to expect from a cyst removal Have you ever noticed a little bump under your skin that feels like a ball? Maybe it’s been there a while, but now a stinging pain accompanies it. Or maybe there’s no pain at all, but the bump won’t seem to go away. Pain or not, you’re probably dealing with a cyst. And your best bet is to visit the dermatologist immediately for a cyst removal. What Is a Cyst? A cyst is a sac that forms in the body — it can form in bones, organs, or tissues. ...

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Jewelry Allergies: How to Choose Jewelry That Won’t Cause a Rash or Sore

jewelry_allergies We all play favorites. We choose our favorite necklace to perfectly complete an outfit. We slide on our favorite ring to remember our special day. We wear our favorite bracelet because it makes us think of a good friend (or we just like to hear it jingle when we move). And we add our favorite earrings for a little pizazz. But what do we do when our favorite jewelry betrays us? When it leaves behind a red, itchy rash? Unfortunately, if your jewelry is l...

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