Posts by Robert S. Bader, M.D., Dermatologist
HOW TO STORE PAIN MEDICATIONS
Now I know that this post has nothing to do with skin care, but it is in the best interest of public safety. It is not uncommon for one to receive a prescription for narcotic pain medication after having a procedure. In fact, often, one does not finish all of the medication. But, what does…
Read MoreWHAT CAUSES DARK CIRCLES UNDER THE EYES?
Most experts agree that dark circles are not about changes in the color of the skin at all. Instead, they are created by a loss of volume in the area around the eye that exposes the underlying blue veins and orbital bone. This results in a hollow trough (called a “tear trough”) that shows up…
Read MoreFAT TRANSFERS TAKE OVER 2 YEARS TO SEE FINAL RESULT
Moving fat from one area of the body to another has been used for decades with much success, but often great variability is seen from one surgeon to another. Various techniques have been used (i.e. fresh fat technique versus frozen), both with good results. With the recent addition of good sub-dermal fillers, fat transfers are…
Read MoreMANY BIOLOGICS USED TO TREAT PSORIASIS INCREASE THE RISK OF SKIN CANCER
In an article published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, individuals “with psoriasis who were treated with biologics had an increased incidence of cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma.” The risk increased by over 42% in those exposed to the TNF-alpha biololics, which include: infliximab[7] (Remicade), adalimumab (Humira), certolizumab pegol (Cimzia), and golimumab (Simponi), or with a circulating receptor fusion protein such as etanercept (Enbrel) which may…
Read MorePSORIASIS TREATMENTS WORK IN 20%
Treatments Only Effective For 20% Of Psoriasis Patients. AFP-Relaxnews (2/3) reported findings in a study published online in the Journal of Dermatological Treatment, psoriasis “treatments are only effective for 20%” after 3 months of treatment. The study authors “suggest that patients with moderate to severe psoriasis using conventional systemic treatments should consider biologics,” while “patients already…
Read MoreTANNING BED USE FOR MINORS INCREASES MELANOMA RISK AND DEATH
A recent meta-analysis and data from the 2013 Youth Risk Behavior Survey concluded that prohibiting tanning bed use for minors could potentially reduce the incidence of melanoma by 4.9% and the number of melanoma deaths by 4.7%. It has been long known that tanning bed use increases the risk of cancer, but these findings are quite alarming.…
Read MoreTHOSE IN THE SHADE SHOULD STILL USE SUNSCREEN.
A recent study proved that those who applied SPF100 were less prone to sunburn than those who were in the shade. It is no surprise that sunscreen protects better than shade, as REFLECTION of the Sun’s rays cause sun damage. What is more interesting, and already known by Dermatologists, is that even those who repeatedly…
Read MoreDAILY USE OF SUNSCREEN REDUCES FINE LINES
In a recent study, the daily use of a stable sunscreen reduced fine lines in the women studied. I always tell patients that come in for consultation regarding wrinkles that the first step is to protect oneself from the sun. I recommend using sunscreens with SPF 30 or greater that contains high amounts of zinc…
Read MoreANTIBIOTICS & RISK OF ECZEMA
So often now, I see antibiotics given inappropriately. Most frequently, patients with an upper respiratory viral infection are given oral antibiotics, which have no benefit on treating viral infections. Why? One can theorize that the doctor does so to substantiate the patient coming to see him/her, the doctor is not completely sure and is covering…
Read MoreSEA LICE: WHAT IS IT AND HOW TO TREAT
Sea lice, which are jellyfish and sea anemone larvae, cause an itchy rash in ocean bathers in Florida and Alabama. The rash typically lasts for about two weeks and can be associated with a fever, chills, headaches, and nausea. Bathers are advised to minimize clothing while swimming, removing bathing suits after swimming before heading into…
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