Living in South Florida, there are many bugs that can target you and your family, many of which may be sharing the same indoor space as you. Sometimes, a little bit of calamine lotion does the trick, but what happens when it doesn’t? A short primer on bug bites may help. Types of Bug Bites […]
Children’s Skin Center
What is Cradle Cap?
Your baby is perfect and thriving. But you can’t help but notice that her scalp appears to be scaly and dry. This common skin condition – seborrheic dermatitis, more commonly known as “cradle cap” – may appear unsightly but don’t worry. Cradle cap is not painful and can be quite easily treated. For both new […]
Children and Chickenpox
Chickenpox is an illness caused by the very contagious varicella-zoster virus. Most cases of chickenpox happen during childhood, although an adult can also develop it. When children get chickenpox, the first sign is usually a fever. Several days later, a rash will appear with red spots that will evolve into fluid-filled blisters. The amount of […]
Which Insect Repellents Are Safe?
If you ask people what the worst things about summer are, chances are bugs are probably one of the top answers. Insects are important to the environment but can be a nuisance and even harmful to humans. This is where insect repellents come in to save the day. There are a variety of insect repellents […]
Diagnosis and Treatment of Moles
Owning one’s unique characteristics is one very special way to stand out in the crowd. After all, isn’t super model Cindy Crawford as famous for her beauty mark as she is for her fabulous photo shoots? Unfortunately, not all of us are destined to be on the cover of Vogue. Likewise, not all moles are […]
