The day of neck surgery can be exciting, nerve-wracking, and for most patients, a bit scary. Once you’ve taken care of all the necessary preparations leading up to surgery, there’s not much left to do but follow your healthcare provider’s orders and show up to your procedure on time. Here’s what you can expect in… Read More »Neck Surgery: What to Expect on the Day of Surgery
Laser Skin Rejuvenation Evanston: Providers and Services Available Title: A Comprehensive Guide to Laser Skin Rejuvenation in Evanston: Providers and Services Available As cosmetic technology continues to advance, methods of non-invasive skin rejuvenation are becoming more popular and more accessible. Laser skin rejuvenation is one of these methods. Known for its ability to improve the… Read More »Laser Skin Rejuvenation Evanston: Providers and Services Available
An oxygen concentrator—a device that pulls oxygen from the air around you—is a helpful option for those who use oxygen therapy, as it eliminates some of the tasks you have if you use an oxygen tank, such as monitoring remaining levels and getting timely replacements. But one notable downside of concentrators is that they require… Read More »Oxygen Therapy During a Power Outage
An HIV screening test checks to see if you’ve been infected with the HIV virus. About 1.2 million people in the U.S. have HIV. But about 1 in 7 people don’t know their HIV status. Also, about 40% of new infections are spread by people who are unaware of their HIV status or haven’t had… Read More »HIV Screening: What to Know
What Is Acrocyanosis? Acrocyanosis is blueness of the extremities (the hands and feet) and the center of your face like the nose and ears. Acrocyanosis is typically symmetrical. It is marked by a mottled blue or red discoloration of the skin on the fingers and wrists and the toes and ankles as well as sometimes the… Read More »Acrocyanosis
Key Takeaways Government distrust, misinformation, and lack of access all contribute to vaccine hesitancy in communities of color. As part of a new campaign to promote vaccine acceptance, doctors are joining forces across the country for the Roll Up Our Sleeves campaign. Research indicates that as more people are vaccinated and infection rates stabilize or… Read More »How Doctors Are Encouraging COVID-19 Vaccination in Communities of Color
BroadBand Light Therapy for Birthmarks Title: Broadband Light therapy: An Effective Treatment for Birthmarks Introduction Birthmarks are natural skin anomalies present at birth or that appear shortly after birth. They vary from harmless beauty spots to considerably larger surface irregularities that can cause self-consciousness and embarrassment. With continuous advancements in the field of dermatology, birthmarks… Read More »BroadBand Light Therapy for Birthmarks
It can be alarming to find a growth on your skin, but don’t worry. Most growths, known as skin neoplasms, are harmless. However, some can be cancerous or precancerous, so make sure you get them looked at by a doctor. Your doctor may know exactly what kind of skin growth you have just by looking… Read More »What to Know About Unusual Growths on Your Skin (Skin Neoplasms)
When people talk about eczema, they usually mean atopic dermatitis, its most common form. But eczema is the name for a group of skin conditions. They all cause red, itchy, and often cracked skin, but there are also different symptoms for each type. Atopic Dermatitis This form of eczema starts with an intense itch. Once… Read More »Eczema Symptoms
Red, inflamed skin is easy to spot. What can be hard to figure out is the cause of your breakout. It may be acne, but it could also be eczema. Here’s how to tell which skin condition you have so you can get it under control. How Are They Alike? Both are common skin problems… Read More »Eczema vs. Acne: Which Is It?