You may be familiar with arthritis and even psoriasis, but have you heard of psoriatic arthritis? While not frequently discussed, psoriatic arthritis affects many individuals. In fact, even the popular reality TV star Kim Kardashian West suffers from this autoimmune skin condition. Kim openly speaks about her struggle with psoriasis to help others manage their…
Read MoreDiet and exercise can go a long way to reduce excess fat on the body. However, it is not uncommon for adults to hit a plateau with their weight loss or get frustrated when they cannot get rid unwanted fat in a certain area of their body. Fortunately, there is a solution for stubborn fat…
Read MoreYour skin, which is medically termed the Integumentary System, isn’t just a means to protect or cover your muscles, organs, and bones. In fact, your skin is an organ itself – the largest organ in your body! It helps regulate your body temperature, dispose of waste materials, and plays a vital role in your overall…
Read MoreA skin problem can be stressful and upsetting – especially when it affects the genital area. Skin conditions such as moles, warts, psoriasis and eczema that commonly affect other areas of the body can behave differently in the highly sensitive genital region. It is also rare, but cancer may rear its’ ugly head in this…
Read MoreFall sports are in full swing. As a parent of a child or teen in athletics, you know the hard work and long practices that today’s youth sports demand. While you may be focused on making sure your child gets rest, proper nutrition and their homework completed, don’t forget about your child’s skin health. As…
Read MoreBirthmarks are unique to each person. These pigmented patches of skin come in all different shapes, sizes and colors. Surprisingly, not all people have birthmarks and some birthmarks do not appear until shortly after birth. While birthmarks are typically no cause for alarm, some patients are bothered by their appearance. It is a good idea…
Read MoreWhen you talk about men and nails, most people would assume you are referring to the type of nails you use with a hammer. After all, men (typically) don’t paint the nails on their fingers or visit a salon for nail pampering. However, fingernails and toenails on a man need proper care and attention just…
Read MoreVery few people welcome the development of a scar on their skin. While scars are a result of your body trying to heal itself, they can also be an easy threat to your appearance, a source of embarrassment or a constant reminder of a traumatic event. Scars can appear anywhere on the skin, and they…
Read MoreOf all common skin conditions, eczema is one of the most frustrating to manage. Eczema, which can occur at any age, is known for its rough patches of very itchy skin. It is believed that eczema is caused by a gene variation that inhibits the body’s ability to protect the skin. In turn, the skin…
Read MoreWhether it was what you were born with or a stubborn area of fat that doesn’t budge with diet and exercise, the appearance of a “double chin” affects many adults. Excess fat underneath the chin (also known as submental fat) can quickly threaten your self-esteem when looking in the mirror. However, not all double-chin sufferers…
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