Epiphany Dermatology

What Causes Warts in Different Parts of the Body?

Back in the age of fairy tales, people blamed warts on frogs and witches. After all, both frogs and witches have warts, so wouldn’t they spread them to anyone they touched? Turns out the logic of fairy tales wasn’t too far off. Warts are simple: people get them from touching other people with warts. These non-cancerous skin growths appear when a virus infects the top layer of skin. And although they aren’t dangerous, they are contagious. If you g...

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What Is Seborrhea? Causes, Symptoms, and How to Treat It

Does your skin change with the seasons? As the weather changes, our skin often experiences some irritations as it tries to adjust. We produce more oil, react differently to products, and often see flare-ups of conditions we’ve had before. So, if you’re noticing some red, itchy patches of skin this time of year (that you maybe noticed in the spring too), you could be dealing with seborrhea. What is Seborrhea? Seborrhea comes from a yeast tha...

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Laser Treatment for the Removal of Dark Spots

laser treatment for dark spots on the face and body Laser light treatment is a flash, similar to a camera flash. The frequency of that light is best absorbed by the dark pigmented spots in the skin. The surrounding light skin, which is not pigmented, does not pick up that light very well, so the dark pigmented cells absorb virtually all of the light’s energy and simply peel off after a few days. The laser treatment itself takes approximately 30-minutes and is mildly uncomfortable. The sensation you fe...

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How Much Does Mole Removal Cost?

People consider mole removal for a variety of reasons. Maybe their mole hurts or they’re afraid it’s something more serious. Maybe they feel like people stare at it or it’s just in a weird or uncomfortable place. Any type of mole in any place can grow into a concern. But all moles can be removed. And, depending on the size, place, and reason for removal, it may cost less than you think. When Should You Have A Mole Removed? Medically, t...

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“Why Do I Sweat So Much?” It Could Be Hyperhidrosis

Sweating can be embarrassing. And if you suffer from excessive sweating, it seems to happen at the worst times. Just as you start thinking, “I hope I don’t start sweating!”, it’s like a mechanism in your body switches on and you start sweating for no reason. So how do you know if you’re dealing with a medical condition or just suffering from a typical Dallas summer? Texas heat is no joke! Is My Sweating Normal? If you’re sweat...

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How to Get Rid of Sweaty Hands With Botox

How often do you avoid shaking hands with people? Do you ever drip sweat on your computer or have to stop writing because you can’t hold on to the pen? People who suffer from hyperhidrosis deal with these issues and many more because they just can’t stop sweating. Everything from holding hands to hugging their children to buttoning clothes becomes an issue. This is more than clammy palms. This is socially devastating. If you’re dealing with sweat...

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How to Treat Hyperpigmentation, Age Spots, & Melasma

Summer time is over. You’ve enjoyed your time outside — days at the lake, relaxing by the pool, enjoying the park. But even though you used sunscreen, your skin has still suffered from some damage. As your skin got a little darker, so did your age spots and melasma. So what can you do about those spots? 1. Figure Out the Cause To figure out the best hyperpigmentation treatment for your skin, you first have to know what’s causing the dark spo...

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Eczema vs. Psoriasis: What’s the Difference?

Psoriasis or eczema – which one do you have? One things for sure: either way, you’re dealing with uncomfortable, unsightly, and itchy skin you’re ready to get rid of. What’s The Difference Between Eczema and Psoriasis? It can be easy to confuse eczema and psoriasis, but with a little more information about the location of the affected area and what it looks like, you’ll be able to tell the difference. And more importantly, you’ll be abl...

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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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