Archive for 2017

Scleroderma is a rare disease that affects the body’s connective tissue. Although systemic scleroderma affects skin tissues, blood vessels, and major organs, localized scleroderma, which develops slowly, generally affects only the skin, making it thick, hard, and tight. But if you have either type of scleroderma, you can have patches of hard and tight skin…

According to the American Cancer Society, you are more likely to develop skin cancer over any other type of cancer. Over five million cases of the disease are diagnosed yearly. Fortunately, skin cancer can be avoided, and wearing sunscreen is one easy way to reduce your risks. If you have oily skin, then you may…

Everyone craves clear skin, so when acne gets in the way, it’s not only irritating, but also your self-esteem may be affected. Thankfully, knowing the different types of acne will help you recognize your issues, as well as learning exactly how to handle them. The correct acne treatments will make all the difference in your…

If you have skin cancer, Mohs surgery is an effective treatment option to look into. At the Dermatology & Skin Surgery Centers with locations in Asheboro, Albemarle, Thomasville and Pinehurst/West End, NC, our Board Certified Dermatologist, Todd Williams, M.D., offers this form of treatment to all patients who would benefit from it. That said, we…