Is your child scampering to play outdoors and enjoy the summer sun? Before taking them out, make sure that their skin is well protected. Overexposure to the sun’s UV rays and the extreme heat can potentially damage their skin. Here is what you can do to keep your little one’s skin well protected this summer. […]
Children’s Skin Center
Early Signs of Skin Cancer
Cancer of any kind is an abnormal growth of cells. In the United States and worldwide, skin cancer is the most common type of cancer, affecting one in five people before they reach age 70. Every hour, someone dies from skin cancer. Each day, nearly 10,000 people are diagnosed with skin cancer, which is a […]
Types of Skin Rashes
The skin is your body’s first barrier against disease and infection, although it is porous. Because it comes into constant contact with your environment, it can easily become irritated and can occasionally develop a rash. Skin rashes may form due to different factors like heat, allergens, and medication. The skin inflammation may be mild or […]
What Is Melasma?
Melasma is a skin pigmentation disorder that creates brown to gray-brown patches which are usually visible on the face. Other parts of the body that are often exposed to the sun can also bear this condition. It is sometimes also called the “mask of pregnancy,” since the increase in hormones in a pregnant woman can […]
What is a Birthmark?
Did you know all birthmarks are congenital even though they aren’t always visible at birth and may appear a few weeks or months after a baby is born? If your baby has birthmarks, in most cases, you don’t have to worry, because they are probably harmless. In most cases, birthmarks are not cancerous. A birthmark […]
