Archive for October 2016

If you have a mole that appears suspicious, your dermatologist may recommend mole removal. Mole removal is often the first step to treating cancerous moles, and it is a simple, outpatient procedure. The compassionate team at the Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center is happy to answer any questions you might have about the procedure. With…

When you look in the mirror in the morning and see acne, you’re shocked and annoyed. You thought you were done with acne after you survived your teenage years. Teenage acne is commonplace and considered a regular part of growing up. But what many people don’t realize is that adult acne is also relatively common.…

According to the National Eczema Association, approximately 31.6 million people suffer from eczema, nearly 10.2% of American adults. Despite eczema’s wide-reaching effects, doctors don’t entirely know the cause behind the condition. Although those who suffer from eczema share similar symptoms, including dry, red, itchy skin, their individual triggers seem to vary widely. As a result,…

Many of the moles on your skin are harmless; however, some can develop into skin cancer over time. According to the experts at  the Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center in Thomasville, North Carolina, there are some ways to help to determine whether the growth is a benign mole or skin cancer. However, it is always…