Posts by Robert S. Bader, M.D., Dermatologist
HAD COSMETIC FILLERS? YOU CAN GET THE COVID-19 VACCINE!
In rare cases, cosmetic fillers can swell slightly after a vaccine. This has been recently reported with the COVID vaccine. This reaction is temporary and usually resolves within 24-48 hours and can be treated. None of the reported cases were serious, life-threatening, or had long-term complications. For this reason, one who has a history of…
Read MoreFRECKLES
Freckles are brown spots that commonly occur in sun-exposed areas on the skin that are harmless. As one gets sun exposure, the spots darken. When one avoids the sun or UV exposure, the spots lighten. The face is the most common area affected, but the arms and legs are common sites as well. It is…
Read MoreCOVID-19 FACTS
The entire world has become affected by Covid-19, formally known as SARS-CoV-2. This virus originated in China. Most current data suggest that this virus, or more likely a predecessor of it, had a bat host. The horseshoe bat has been theorized as one potential host. From there we have several opinions as to what happened.…
Read MoreTUMOR NECROSIS FACTOR INHIBITORS MAY RESULT IN WEIGHT GAIN IN PSORIASIS PATIENTS
In a study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, the use of tumor necrosis factor inhibitors was associated with an increase in body weight and body mass index. Consideration for other treatments should be considered for patients who are overweight or obese. Commonly used tumor necrosis factor inhibitors: Adalimumab (Humira®) Certolizumab…
Read MoreFAT REDUCTION IN 15 MINUTES WITH NO DOWNTIME!
Finally and effective fat reduction treatment that is fast and has no downtime. No long fat freezing treatments that just don’t work well on everyone. This latest technology uses radiofrequency to melt fat AND TIGHTEN the skin. In as little as 15 minutes you can be back to all of your activities. What are you…
Read MoreTHE ACNE ONE-TWO PUNCH–THE BEST OVER-THE-COUNTER TREATMENT
Finally, patients are able to self-treat mild to moderate inflammatory and comedonal acne with over-the-counter treatments. Blackheads and whiteheads can now be treated effectively with Differin gel, which went over-the-counter earlier this year. This medication is similar to Retin A, the drug everyone knows about. These medications help to unclog pores are and more effective…
Read MoreHYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE (HCTZ) USE IS ASSOCIATED WITH INCREASED RISK OF BASAL CELL AND SQUAMOUS CELL CARCINOMA
A recent study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology has shown that taking hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) is associated with an increased risk of basal cell carcinoma and an even higher risk of squamous cell carcinoma. The risk was dose dependent (the higher the cumulative dose, the higher the risk). An increased risk…
Read MoreEYELID DERMATITIS IN WOMEN: HOME REMEDIES
Eyelid dermatitis in women is fairly common. In many cases, the initial cause is irritation incurred during the removal of make-up. Mechanical friction, often with a wash cloth or other cleaning product, removes some critical components of the outer layer of the skin that protects the skin. After this occurs, things that normally would not…
Read MoreHIGH COSTS CITED AS MAJOR REASON PATIENTS DO NOT ADHERE TO THEIR TREATMENTS
Has anybody seen the changes in the cost of medications lately? In case you have not noticed, they have soared completely out of control. For example, a bottle of 100 doxycycline capsules used to cost about $4. Today that same bottle is well over $100. Patients are faced with high copayments for their medications, which…
Read MoreINFECTIONS AFTER A PEDICURE
Patients often ask about the risk of getting infections after a Pedicure. In most cases, they are asking about getting a toenail fungal infection, which is rare in this circumstance. Bacterial infections have occurred after getting a Pedicure, although is uncommon. Those who are immuno-compromised or have diabetes and/or poor circulation are more at risk…
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