• Dermatologists are medical doctors who specialize in treating conditions involving the skin, hair, and nails. They also provide vital education and skin cancer screenings.
• If you’re concerned about a skin issue—like an oddly shaped mole, skin tags, or frequent breakouts—schedule a dermatology appointment at Crystal Run Healthcare.
• Acne is the most common skin condition in the U.S.1 It causes embarrassing blemishes that range from red bumps to whiteheads to large, painful cysts. • Acne can hurt self-esteem, especially for teens. If over-the-counter skin treatments aren’t helping, it may be time to schedule an appointment with a dermatologist. • A dermatologist can recommend prescription treatments and lifestyle changes to help get acne under control.
• Eczema is an umbrella term for several skin conditions that cause inflammation, redness, and cracked, itchy skin. Atopic dermatitis is the most common type. • Eczema is very common, affecting around 1 in 10 people in the U.S.2 It often affects babies and young children, but it’s also common in adults. • Dermatologists can diagnose eczema and prescribe topical creams to help soothe the redness, swelling, and irritation it causes. Your dermatologist may also recommend lifestyle changes and at-home remedies.
• Psoriasis is a skin condition caused by problems with the immune system. Skin cells form too quickly and build up on the skin, leading to thick, scaly patches, which often have a silvery appearance.
• Psoriasis patches usually appear on the elbows, knees, legs, face, and scalp. Sometimes they appear on the fingernails, genitals, or even inside the mouth. • Dermatologists can prescribe topical creams to help soothe and heal the skin. Oral medications that suppress the immune system may also help stop psoriasis plaques from forming.
• Many people have freckles, moles, and other skin spots or growths. Most of time these are harmless. • But if you notice something unusual, it’s best to see a dermatologist—especially if you spend a lot of time in the sun, are fairskinned, have a history of blistering sunburns or have a family history of skin cancer. • A dermatologist will screen you for skin cancer and let you know how often to have check-ups.
• It’s normal to lose up to 100 hairs every day. But thinning hair or bald patches could be signs of a problem. • Hormonal changes, pregnancy, stress, vitamin deficiencies, and many other health issues can contribute to hair loss. Sometimes it’s an inherited condition. • A dermatologist can help you discover the root cause of hair loss and recommend treatments. There are many options today to reduce the appearance of hair loss and even restore growth, from topical solutions to laser treatments to surgical procedures.
• Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that causes the skin on the cheeks, chin, or nose to appear flushed. Some people also develop skin bumps and swelling. In severe cases the skin can thicken. • Rosacea tends to affect women and people with lighter skin more often. Doctors aren’t sure what causes it, but heat, exercise, sunlight, wind, alcohol, and stress can all make rosacea worse. • If you notice facial redness, bumps, or red, swollen eyelids, a dermatologist can determine whether it’s rosacea and recommend treatments, which may include medications, laser therapy, and lifestyle changes.
• Your skin is your body’s largest organ, and healthy skin is essential to good health. • If you are concerned about an issue affecting your skin, hair, or nails, see a dermatologist at Crystal Run Healthcare. • Dermatologists have the tools and training to diagnose the full range of skin conditions, including skin cancer. Your doctor will recommend appropriate treatment and lifestyle changes based on the specific needs of your condition.
• Crystal Run Healthcare is a highly accredited New York medical center offering compassionate, personable patient care. Using evidence-based medicine and state-ofthe-art technology, our providers help patients of all kinds with everything from dermatology to pediatrics. • You can easily book an appointment with many Crystal Run Healthcare physicians through the website or contact us if you need additional assistance.
1. https://www.aad.org/media/stats-numbers 2. https://nationaleczema.org/research/eczema-facts/