Do you have any persistently scaly spots on your face or other sun exposed areas despite the use of regular moisturizer? Do you have a history of extensive sun exposure, blistering sun burns, or history of tanning bed use? If so, you may be dealing with a type of lesion called an actinic keratosis, also known as a precancerous lesion.…
As the COVID-19 story continues to write itself, we want to keep you as up to date as possible with any emerging information that may be applicable to your health, especially as it relates to your skin and your care with us at Renew Dermatology. Recent discussion has evolved about the potential risk associated with the use of ibuprofen and…
RENEW DERMATOLOGY IS NOW OFFERING TELEDERMATOLOGY Some of you may ask “What does telederm mean?” Telemedicine, in general, is the use of various forms of modern communication technologies to communicate with patients remotely when patients and physicians or providers aren’t able to have an in-person visit. This can be done with audio, visual or data forms of communication. With TeleDermatology…
I am often asked by patients, is my skin condition worsened by stress? Regardless of which condition, the answer is almost always “yes”. Stress and anxiety can impact our bodies in many ways, and often our underlying skin conditions worsen. Inflammatory conditions such as acne and seborrheic dermatitis (dandruff) are particularly susceptible. If you sometimes get a little flaky or…
What are they? Your body naturally produces growth factors which help maintain healthy skin. Growth factors (GFs) stimulate cellular division, promote blood flow, and increase collagen and elastin production. GFs are also responsible for repairing damaged skin and aid in the skin’s protective functions by helping to create a strong barrier. As we age, we produce less growth factors, which…
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Patients often come into the office concerned that they are “going bald”. Men and women alike can experience hair loss from a number of causes. Major stressors, illness, medications, and autoimmune disorders can all contribute, but the number one cause for hair loss in men and women is genetic pattern loss or androgenetic alopecia. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is a…