One of the most common disorders that dermatologists diagnose and treat, the medical term for hair loss is alopecia. No, you cannot catch hair loss. Some people catch a contagious disease, which can ...

What is acne keloidalis nuchae? It’s a common skin condition, which is often mistaken for acne or razor bumps on the back of the neck and scalp. Without proper treatment, acne keloidalis nuchae (AKN) ...

Genital psoriasis can be treated successfully: You apply most treatments for genital psoriasis directly to the psoriasis. If you have psoriasis on or around your genitals, you have genital psoriasis.

You can reduce the amount of time you need to take an antibiotic by using all of the medicine in your treatment plan. Acne isn’t an infection, but an antibiotic can provide real relief from deep, ...

Neurodermatitis is a type of eczema that begins with an itch. Most people develop one or two itchy patches. Another name for this skin condition is lichen simplex chronicus. The more you scratch or ...

More research is needed to fully answer this question. Researchers have discovered that when someone has melasma, the cells that give skin its color (melanocytes) tend to be more active. Exactly why ...

National dermatologic society membership in the country where you reside: A current letter indicating you are a member in good standing which should include the type of membership held. The letter ...

ROSEMONT, Ill. (May 6, 2025) — A recent American Academy of Dermatology survey of more than 1,000 U.S. adults found that half worry about premature skin aging and only half use sunscreen regularly, ...

ROSEMONT, Ill. (Oct. 29, 2024) — With the growing popularity of beauty influencers and viral skin care routines, social media is playing an integral role in shaping how people care for their skin.

ROSEMONT, Ill. (April 29, 2025) — A recent survey of more than 1,000 U.S. adults showed that nearly all Americans believe sun protection is important, with 1 in 4 citing the influence of a ...

Having just one actinic keratosis (AK) means that your skin has been badly damaged by ultraviolet (UV) light from the sun, tanning beds, or both. Once skin becomes this badly damaged, you have a ...

A dry, itchy scalp can prove distracting, painful and—when paired with scabbing or flaking—embarrassing. It may be tempting to take matters into your own hands by scratching or attempting to mask the ...