The findings come from over 60,000 records from the National Ambulatory Medical Care Survey, which accounted for nearly 1.5 billion dermatology visits in the United States. The 10 most common reasons ...

Kids develop all sorts of bumps, spots, blisters, burns and rashes. Many of these marks may have parents wondering if their child needs to see a dermatologist, or if they should take a wait-and-see ...

But occasionally, an abnormal mole can be a sign of melanoma, a relatively rare but deadly form of skin cancer. So it’s crucial to know what to look for. (Non-melanoma skin cancers like basal cell and ...

While it is the least common of the main types of skin cancer, melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer. The sooner it is detected, the better. Skin self-exams—in a well-lit room and in front of ...

Different concerns call for different experts. There’s nothing quite as frustrating as a skin condition that won’t go away. Whether it's a sudden breakout, an oily face, or an itchy rash, we all reach ...

Keloids are one of those skin conditions that can be both physically and emotionally distressing. While some people may not even notice their presence, for others, they can become a significant ...

Skincare needs shift as children grow, according to Marisa Garshick, MD, FAAD, a board-certified dermatologist in New York City who is also the mother of tweens. Tweens benefit from learning the ...

Did you know that your skin is the largest organ in your body? Not only does this vital organ protect everything it covers — it also prevents dehydration, regulates temperature, and houses the nerve ...