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You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | can stressful events (divorce death of a parent etc. ) actually age my skin? | stress has effects on our skin nails and hair. also if you have an underlying skin condition such as psoriasis eczema or acne stress can make it worse. furthermore stressed facial expressions contribute to expression lines like the 11 wrinkle between your eyebrows and those around your eyes and mouth. learning how to e... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | are there any age-advancing toxins in the chemicals that i use to clean my home? | protecting your skin from cleaning chemicals in your home is an important and healthy step for your skin. toxins can cause irritation and breaks in the skin that can lead to infection. for that reason protect your skin with gloves when dealing with chemicals. if toxins accidentally come in contact with your skin rinse ... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | should i be applying moisturizer to my neck? will that help to prevent neck lines as i age? | neck lines and sagging neck are common complaints. most patients ignore their necks until they notice how aged their necks look. the neck skin is fragile and requires more moisture than the face. just like you moisturize your face you should be moisturizing you neck. you’ll be glad that you did. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | when to eat after insulin injection? also how much to eat after your insulin injection? | the best time to eat after taking insulin depends on three major factors. first the type of insulin you are taking the type of food you are eating and your current blood glucose level. there are two major types of insulin taken before meals rapid acting and short acting. rapid acting insulins include lispro (humalog) i... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | does sunscreen with an spf over 30 actually work? | spf 30 is effective because it provides protection from both uva and uvb rays. when spf is greater than 30 it should mean that in addition to chemical sunscreens the makers have included titanium dioxide and/or zinc oxide which provide physical barriers and are actual sunscreens. irrespective of the spf you’ll need to ... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | what does it mean if your thyroglobin ab are very high but all the others are normal? and how does that affect the body? . i am wondering if the thyroglobin ab being high could correlate to the weight gain(15+ lbs a month and can't lose it) breast enlargement(2 cup sizes) fatigue and lack of menstration. i have been te... | a high thyroglobin antibody level in and of itself does not mean you have thyroid disease. they are found in nearly 20% of all women. however high levels of thyroglobulin antibodies associated with other thyroid antibodies are found in 80 to 90% of people with immune mediated inflammation of the thyroid (hashimoto’s th... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | does janumet cause weight loss or the opposite? | most helpful answer janumet a medication used in type 2 diabetes causes weight loss. janumet is a combination medication of metformin and sitagliptin. metformin (glucophage) and sitagliptin (januvia) can each be used alone for the treatment of diabetes. janumet is indicated when diet and exercise fail to adequately con... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | is there a permanent hair removal product available for men? | laser hair removal can be effective and permanent. laser hair removal requires several treatments because the hair grows in different cycles. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | what ingredients should you avoid in your makeup if you have sensitive skin? | sensitive skin patients should avoid makeup creams that contain a large amount of preservatives high alcohol content multiple synthetic fragrances or parabens. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | does the use of insulin affect your eyes? | insulin affects your vision because insulin lowers blood glucose levels which in turn effects the lens of the eye not because insulin has a direct effect on your eyes. when your blood glucose (sugar) levels go up fluid enters the lens of your eyes and when your blood glucose goes down the fluid shifts out of your lens.... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | can you tell me what causes hair loss on lower legs and calves in men? | there are several reasons for hair loss on the legs. poor circulation may be a factor which can be caused or aggravated by diabetes thyroid disorders peripheral artery disease medications poor diet lack of exercise smoking being overweight and other health issues. to properly diagnose your condition and to rule out a s... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | how do i remove black spots on my face? | first have the dark spot looked at by a dermatologist to determine that the dark spot is not pre-cancerous or skin cancer. melasma is a common cause of dark spots on the forehead cheeks and upper lips in women. one of the first and very critical steps to brightening darker areas on the face is to use a cream with an sp... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | do you have any advice on how i can avoid splotches and keep my freckle face healthy? | my advice for freckles is to keep them protected from the sun or they will become darker larger and look more like age spots. also they may camouflage a more serious mole that needs a biopsy to determine if it’s a risk of cancer. in addition to daily use of an spf 30 sunscreen to protect from both uva/uvb rays skin-bri... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | how long is one shot or pen of humira effective for (rheumatoid arthritis)? | humira is used to slow down the progression of rheumatoid arthritis (ra). it is considered a biologic disease-modifying antirheumatic drug. therefore this drug must be taken for some time to make a difference in the outcome of ra. some ra patients will see results as soon as 2 weeks. for others it may take up to 3 mont... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | is it absolutely necessary to use a toner after washing my face? | toners are not an absolute necessity for your skin care regimen. a toner is designed to help remove excess surface oils to allow moisturizers or antibacterial washes (in acne treatment preparations) penetrate into the skin. avoid toners with a high alcohol content; this may lead to excessive drying of the skin. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | what can i do to treat the bags under my eyes? | severe bags under the eyes are also known as festoons. your condition may require an evaluation by your surgeon. if you are the appropriate candidate there are several minimally invasive techniques to remove the fat pads without an external incision. this is known as a transconjunctival technique. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i have a hard red spot about the size of a quarter near my ankle. it does not hurt. what could it be? | your dermatologist should evaluate skin changes or abnormal spots. a lesion that feels hard may be scar tissue. however you should be evaluated for any underlying skin cancer. when evaluating your skin look for changes in the area border or color of the skin. these are the "abcs" of skin cancer detection. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | how can i get rid of a white-spot birthmark on my face? | birthmarks can be difficult to conceal. your first step is to exclude any underlying medical causes that may lead to superficial skin changes such as any type of infection. once medical causes are excluded your options may include laser treatment medical tattooing or a medical-grade concealer. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | what can i do to have glowing pinkish skin not dry dull skin? | the key to having healthy glowing skin is to utilize sunblock followed by a skin-care regimen that includes exfoliation hydration and nutrition. within your diet include vitamins that are good for your skin such as folic acid magnesium and omega-3 fatty acids. if you moisturize and hydrate your skin and body you will b... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | what are the dangers of multiple piercings? | one of the unfortunate consequences of multiple piercings is the potential for wound infection. the blood supply adjacent to the area of the piercing(s) may be compromised. this will also delay healing. if you suspect an infection you should have this area evaluated by your physician. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i'm 24 but laugh lines and forehead wrinkles are already apparent on my face. can i slow them down? | sun damage and smoking are the no. 1 reasons for premature aging or wrinkling of the skin. therefore you should incorporate the use of sunblock in your daily skin-care regimen. next utilize a daily skin regimen that exfoliates your skin which will help remove dead skin cells. this should be followed by a non-comedogeni... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | my stepdaughter just moved to las vegas from hawaii. her beautiful skin started breaking out. is it the climate change? | a variety of conditions may lead to changes in your skin. acne breakouts can occur secondary to stress or hormonal changes. very hot weather can stimulate oil gland production and clogged pores which may lead to new breakouts. make sure your stepdaughter is using the correct moisturizer. i always recommend moisturizers... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i have developed wrinkles on my face after a 35 pound weight loss. what should i do? | significant weight loss can also affect the fat pads around your cheeks and eyes creating a "hollowed/wrinkled" appearance. your next step (other than regaining your weight) would be to have an evaluation by your plastic surgeon or dermatologist. your surgeon may recommend fillers fat transfer or stem cell micro-inject... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i have dark purple blotches under my eyes even though i'm healthy. what causes it? | a purple color under your eyes may be attributed to the tiny blood vessels within your lower eyelid. the skin in this area is quite thin and stretched over the bony prominence which will make these blood vessels more noticeable. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | is it dangerous to color your hair if you have extremely dry scalp from scalp psoriasis? | in general there is no contraindication to the use of hair dyes with scalp psoriasis. certain hair dyes may further aggravate your scalp psoriasis. consider patch testing a small area prior to dying your whole head. do not leave the dye in place for extended periods. other options include natural herbal dyes such as he... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | what prevents dark spots under the eyes for african-american women? | dark spots can be attributed to hereditary factors fluid retention and excess sun exposure. your first step is to exclude any underlying medical problems that can contribute to your dark spots. next your physician can recommend a series of brightening agents that may improve your condition. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | is it possible to have scabies that don't itch? | yes. newly infected areas may not itch. as the number of female mites multiply and lay eggs there are local secretions from the mites along with a local histamine release that leads to itching. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i'm 28 and my skin has changed dramatically. i have big pores and wrinkles around my forehead and eyes. what can i do? | your first step is to avoid the sun. sun damage and smoking are the primary causes of premature aging. you should include sunblock in your daily skin regimen. next incorporate a skin-care product in your regimen that will exfoliate (such as salicylic acid or papaya enzymes) hydrate (hyaluronic acid) nourish (vitamins a... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | can a mole on my my lower lip be removed? | lower lip moles can be removed surgically. make sure that your dermatologist or plastic surgeon is comfortable with removing your mole and is able to preserve your natural lip aesthetic landmarks. careful attention to these landmarks will allow your final scar to heal without being very noticeable. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | at 22 i have started constantly breaking out all over my face. can a dermatologist help? | yes. you should have an initial evaluation with a dermatologist. once evaluated your physician can guide you toward the best skin regimen for your skin type. during your consultation your physician should also be able to assess if there are any underlying medical conditions that may have attributed to your new breakout... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | what can i do about puffy bags under my eyes? | your first approach is to ensure that you are receiving an adequate amount of rest. apply cool compress around your eyes in the morning with green tea bags. avoid excess alcohol consumption and very salty foods. you also need to weed out any underlying medical issues such as sinusitis allergies or a reaction to contact... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | can an over-the-counter product fade an unwanted tattoo? | several of the popular over-the-counter agents including skin-bleaching agents and topical acids (salicylic) have been used to fade tattoos. unfortunately many of these products require continuous use for six months and they work by removing the outer layer of the skin. very colorful and deeper tattoos may be more diff... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | what is the best way to condition my skin before a cosmetic procedure? | skin preparation is a very important part of many cosmetic procedures. especially in darker skinned patients who may run the risk for post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (darkening of the skin). your physician may prescribe a combination of topical exfoliating agents along with skin brighteners in order to prepare your... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | how can i use duct tape to get rid of warts? | duct tape supposedly starves the wart of oxygen and blood supply and in theory the wart will go away. i have not used duct tape in my practice to treat warts. currently we utilize topical medications and laser removal. this works but i only tried it on my daughters foot. i wouldn't think putting tape on your va j j wou... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | as a woman what can i do about facial hair on my chin? | laser hair removal is an excellent choice to remove unwanted hair for all skin types. when choosing your laser specialists make sure that your physician is familiar with your skin type and skin color. make sure that your laser treatments are physician supervised. while undergoing laser treatment you should not concurre... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i'm 24 have to work under the sun and already have wrinkles under my eyes and crow’s feet. what can i do? | sun damage is the no. 1 cause for premature aging of the skin. if you have to work outdoors try to avoid the sun between the peak hours 11 a. m. and 2 p. m. uva and uvb penetration are strongest during the early afternoon. use a sunblock with an spf of at least 40. and wear a wide brim hat while outdoors drink plenty o... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i want to have a clear upper lip and underarms. which hair removal treatment is the best? | there is no one hair-removal system that works for everyone. every hair removal system has certain advantages and disadvantages for each skin type. your best course of action is to find a physician that is familiar with your skin type and skin color as it relates to hair removal. laser hair removal can be a very effect... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i am a vegetarian and my hair is falling out. what can i do to solve the problem? | your first step is to exclude any underlying medical conditions that may affect your hair growth such as hormonal or endocrine diseases. next make sure your diet includes biotin folate magnesium and essential fatty acids (omega-3s). these components are essential for healthy skin and hair growth. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i'm 55 years old. my skin is becoming more sensitive to skin care products. can skin become sensitive over time? | certain products may contain preservatives or fragrances that can cause hypersensitivity or an allergic reaction on your skin. also if you are using products that contain tretinoin aha or salicylic acids your skin may become more sensitive when exposed to direct sunlight. therefore it is important to incorporate a sun ... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | many women in my family have facial hair on their chins and jaw. i have dark marks from shaving. what do you suggest? | you may want to consider having the hair removed with a laser by a trained professional. between treatments consider using hydroquinone kojic acid alpha-hydroxy acids or bearberry to help lighten the dark spots. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | can i use lemons to lighten the darker areas of my skin on my body including the perianal area? what else can i use? | the acidic component in lemons does contain some natural lightening properties. in general it is safe to use. avoid using lemons on any area that has recently been waxed or shaved. lemons may cause irritation in the perianal regions. unfortunately trying to lighten your skin with lemons will take a long time. consider ... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i have plaque psoriasis that appears on my scalp face neck and pants line. how can i keep it under control? | plaque psoriasis needs to be addressed primarily by your physician. plaque psoriasis can be treated with topical and systemic medications. there are also other treatments for plaque psoriasis without the possible side effects of systemic medications. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | what are the most important things you should do to have healthy skin in your early 30s? | the two most important actions are to avoid direct sunlight (use a sunblock) and steer clear of smoking. next follow a skin regimen that includes exfoliation (aha salycilic acid and papaya enzymes). hydrate with natural oils that are non comedogenic (non-pore-clogging) such as almond oil or avocado oil. rejuvenate your... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | what's the best kind of moisturizer to use with oily skin? | you should use moisturizers that are non-comedogenic (non-pore-clogging). for individuals with oily skin the use of products that clog pores may lead to increased oil production. oily skin needs special cleansing with plenty of warm water and soap to prevent the pores from being clogged. avoid harsh products that strip... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i am 28 and have very sensitive skin. is it too early to start using age-defying products? | your antiaging skin care regimen should start in your 20s. begin with a sunblock followed by a gentle exfoliater and tretinoin-based creams to help rebuild collagen. this combination will work toward maintaining a rejuvenated appearance. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i am a 16-year-old boy and have dark circles under my eyes. is there a natural way to get rid of them? | at age 16 i would avoid many of the harsh chemicals that are available. it may be wise to have an evaluation by your doctor to determine if there are any underlying medical issues. next implement simple measures such as getting at least 8-10 hours of sleep every night. don’t leave the weekends to "catch-up" on your res... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | my earlobes develop hard crusty patches of skin and scabs and are sore. i’ve tried bactroban. do you have any advice? | you may be suffering from a secondary fungal infection. this can usually be treated with topical antifungal cream along with a topical hydrocortisone for the inflammatory component. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | what are good treatments for rosacea at age 36? | your first step is to avoid direct sun exposure alcohol or any other lifestyle factors that may irritate your skin and trigger rosacea outbreaks. there is no cure for rosacea but with treatment you may be able to control the symptoms. antibiotic pills and topical creams may treat symptoms. topical tretinoin compounds a... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | my lips have become severely chapped. i have applied vitamin e but it isn’t working. can you give me any advice? . it’s not the infrequent normal kind of chapping. it’s lasts for weeks and looks like a lot of dry dead skin on my lips. | non-healing areas of sun-exposed skin -- such as the lips ears and nose -- should be evaluated by your dermatologist to exclude any precancerous growths. once you have excluded any precancerous causes consider applying topical hydrocortisone to reduce the inflammatory process. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i am a woman in my late 30s. i have undergone laser hair removal treatments for my chin. however after several treatmen. i am a woman in my late 30s. i have undergone laser hair removal treatments for my chin. however after several treatments the hair continues to grow back. i also have a dark patch because of plucking... | laser hair removal will need to be repeated because your hair grows in different cycles. dark hair on darker skin types is particularly difficult to treat because the laser works by “distinguishing” the pigment in your hair follicle from the pigment in your skin. your dark patches can be treated with topical skin light... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i have little tumors around my eyes. i was told that they could be removed but they would come back. what should i do? | there are deposits around the eyes that can be associated with high cholesterol. if that is indeed the case it's most important to address your cholesterol. heart disease is serious. after you correct your cholesterol you can have the lesions removed without them returning. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | are there any laser treatments or nonsurgical remedies to remove the bags under my eyes? | eye bags are a problem for many people. the easiest nonsurgical option is to make sure you are fully treating any allergies you have. proper use of antihistamines vasoconstrictors and light compression on the eyes at night can make a big improvement also. lasers are sometimes used to decrease wrinkles but this would no... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i’m 34 and need to get rid of bad wrinkles around my eyes. they look shaggy and red. how can i look younger? | most women want to look younger. at age 34 you are young and too young for wrinkles of the type you describe. the red shaggy description suggests there may be other skin concerns that you should consider. you owe yourself a trip to the dermatologist. let them evaluate you and make sure you have not developed an allergi... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i lost 74 pounds and have wrinkled saggy skin. what natural product can i use for collagen and elastin production? | tretinoin contains compounds that have been shown to increase cell turnover and collagen formation. unfortunately with severe weight loss there can be a loss of elasticity in your skin. therefore you may want to discuss these "problematic" areas with your dermatologist or a plastic surgeon. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i was told by a doctor that the age spots on my hands are from hormones. i thought it was sun exposure. what can i use? | there are several pigmented skin problems caused by hormones. age spots are very common. and you're correct they are caused by sun exposure. there are several agents that lighten them including licorice extract niacin hydroquinone and others. it's very important during and after the use of a brightening agent to apply ... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | is there a nonsurgical procedure to get rid of the bags under my eyes? | a lot depends on how extensive the eye bags are. if the underlying causes are medical or from lack of sleep these issues should be addressed first. next consider discussing the use of fillers with your dermatologist. properly placed fillers along the lower eyelid and cheek junction can mask the presence of eye bags. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i am 46. how can i prevent the deep lines i have from getting worse? | sun damage is the primary cause for premature aging. incorporate sun block in your daily skin regimen. avoid outdoor activities between 10 a. m. and 2 p. m. when the sun's rays are the strongest. twice per week incorporate an exfoliating regimen for your skin to remove surface dead skin cells. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | what's the best treatment for large deep pores on my cheeks? | proper skin care is your first approach towards large facial pores. pores appear enlarged when they are clogged dilated or infected and that's why the best way to keep your pores small and less visible is to keep your skin clean all the time. often the pores get clogged with dead skin cells dirt and oil which makes the... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i had maxillofacial surgery and have metal plates in my face. can i receive laser hair removal on my chin and lip area? | your prior history should be taken in to account. a thorough exam of your face by your maxillofacial surgeon should exclude any potential problems (infection or loose plates) below your skin surface. once this information is determined you should be able to proceed with laser hair removal. for extra caution first laser... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i am 46 years old and have oily-combination skin. what would be the best toner for my age? | i suggest that you cleanse your face twice daily with soap and water. pack a pre-moistened cleansing pad if you won't be around a water basin throughout the day. shower or bathe in tepid water rather than steaming hot water. hot water can strip your skin of needed moisture while cold water can shock your skin. avoid us... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i’m a man with somewhat oily skin. can you tell me about using abrasive skin scrubbers or loofahs to remove dead skin? | overly aggressive scrubbing of your skin may damage the top layer of your skin. if your objective is to remove dead skin cells consider using gentle exfoliating agents that contain salicylic acid glycolic or papaya-based products. in addition use cleansers that contain jojoba beads. jojoba beads are gentle spherical ex... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i have a stressful job that keeps me on the move. how can i make sure i look radiant and young in my late 30s? | looking young and radiant in your 30s is simple if you use sunscreen daily and moisturize your skin with vitamin a c and e. remember to lightly exfoliate daily with an alpha-hydroxy acid and to perform a weekly scrub. try to minimize your stress and the facial expressions associated with stress like wrinkling between y... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i'm 45 and have sunspots and age spots on my face. is there an over-the-counter product that i can take to fade them? | the no. 1 cause of premature aging and sunspots is sun damage. avoid direct sunlight during peak hours 11 a. m. to 2 p. m. most sunblocks that contain titanium dioxide will help. compounds that contain salicylic acid will resurface your skin. compounds that contain tretinoin will help rejuvenate your face by encouragin... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i have very dry hands that are cracked. what should i use on them? | your first step is to exclude any underlying medical causes such as a thyroid condition connective tissue disease or an infectious process. when you wash your hands avoid cleansers that contain alcohol. this will further dry your hands. your next step is to focus on moisturizing and hydrating your hands. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i am a woman of color with acne scars. what can i use to help remove the scars that are left from acne flare-ups? | post-acne scars can leave a variety of changes to your skin including hyperpigmentation and pitting. people of color are especially prone to have post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation or dark marks after acne flare-ups. your physician should implement a program that uses a combination of salicylic acids (to penetrate the... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i am getting tiny blood-red spots all over my body. i have very fair skin! what are they and how can i get rid of them? | blood-red spots may be attributed to dilated small vessels on your face or telangiectasia. the majority of these "red spots" are benign. however on occasion they are associated with other medical conditions such as acne rosacea scleroderma and birthmarks. your first step is to exclude any underlying medical conditions.... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | my cat's claw got stuck in my upper lip and caused an infection. how can i get rid of the round pinkish scar? | the development of scar tissue is how our bodies respond to a breach in our skin as when your cat's claw pierced the skin of your upper lip. unfortunately scar tissue is not skin tissue and does not look the same or feel the same. with time most scar tissue recedes in size and the pink color will turn more white making... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | for years i have been suffering with itchy toes. my toes are currently all inflamed from scratching. what can i use? | your condition sounds quite complex. usually "itchy" toes are a result of athlete's foot (tinea pedis) which is a fungal infection. you may want to seek advice from an infectious disease specialist who will evaluate you and possibly obtain a biopsy or culture in order to exclude any other underlying medical conditions ... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i have skin tags in both underarm areas. how many skin tags can typically be removed in one office visit? | skin tags are common acquired benign skin growths that look like a small piece of soft hanging skin. skin tags are harmless growths. some individuals may be more prone to tags -- between 50-100 tags. males and females are equally prone to developing skin tags. obesity and being moderately overweight (even temporary inc... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i have dark spots on my legs. is there a cream or a type of acid to bleach these spots? where do these spots come from? | hyperpigmentation or dark spots will respond to a combination of chemical peels that contain salicylic acid alpha-hydroxy acids and skin-brightening agents such as hydroquinone licorice extract or bearberry. your physician will be able to implement a skin care regimen once any underlying medical causes are excluded. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | what can i do about the dark circles under my eyes? | hyperpigmentation discoloration or post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (pih) on your skin can be attributed to a variety of disorders. i like to begin with excluding any medical reasons that may result in hyperpigmentation. hyperpigmentation may be attributed to renal disease diabetes or peripheral vascular disease. pi... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | how do you prevent freckles and dark patches or age spots on the face? are there any special skin treatments? | avoid direct sunlight between the peak hours 11 a. m. to 2 p. m. sunblock is probably your best approach to avoid premature aging and dark spots. your skin regimen should include steps to exfoliate and get rid of dead skin cells hydrate and rejuvenate with natural amino acids or peptides. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i've been dealing with seborrheic dermatitis for about a year. how can i further control and prevent it? | seborrheic dermatitis is thought to be a combination of over-production of oil glands and yeast on the skin's surface. unfortunately seborrheic dermatitis can be a lifelong problem characterized by prolonged inactive periods and flare-ups. if you suffer from seborrheic dermatitis consider using selenium- or ketoconazol... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i am a 35-year-old female whose face has become extremely oily. i wash my face at least twice a day what can i do? . i use makeup specifically for oily skin types. i use an astringent and i moisturize. after i wash my face it's like an oil pool again within 30 minutes. | overwashing or the use of astringents that are too harsh will further increase oil production. make sure that your astringents are non-drying and paraben- and alcohol-free. also your moisturizer should be non-comedogenic (non-pore-clogging). use moisturizers that are derived from natural oils such as almond or avocado ... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i get boils over my entire body that leave scars. it makes it difficult for me to go out in public. what i can do? | your condition sounds quite challenging. boils all over the body may be secondary to an altered immune system an opportunistic staph infection or a hereditary condition of the sweat glands referred to as hidradenitis suppurativa. your first step is to undergo a complete examination by your internist including a compreh... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i'm 48 years old and i have adult acne. also the skin around my nose flakes. what can i do about these two issues? | you may be suffering from a combination of acne and seborrheic dermatitis (sd). typically sd sufferers will have flaky skin around the nose and hairline in combination with dry patches. there is usually an underlying fungal component (with sd) that can be treated with an antifungal cream and/or shampoo. flare-ups can b... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | what i can i use to brighten my elbows? they are very dark and they itch sometimes. | hyperpigmentation or dark spots will respond to a combination of chemical peels that contain salicylic acid alpha-hydroxy acids and skin-brightening agents such as hydroquinone licorice extract or bearberry. your physician will be able to implement a skin care regimen once any underlying medical causes are excluded. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | is there a product i can use or something i can do to help make my crow's feel less noticeable? | many factors contribute to crow's feet including sun exposure squinting and menopause. solar radiation damages the elastic and collagen in your skin which leads to "lax skin" rather than tight skin that is adherent to the underlying muscles. sun exposure is probably the easiest to address. you should incorporate sunblo... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | two days ago a shoe caused a heel blister. now i have pain all up my calf and can barely walk. what should i do? | the type of pain you describe is not typical for a standard blister. it does sound possible that you have either gotten an infection or you are experiencing nerve pain from the site of the blister that is moving up your leg. wear shoes that do not irritate the blister. keep the area clean and dry. take ibuprofen for pa... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i had a mole frozen a few days ago. how long before it falls off? | every person responds differently to this procedure. it depends on you the size of the mole the site etc. you can usually expect it to fall off within a week to 10 days. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i broke my pinky fingernail down to the skin and have been feeling a tingling/slight numbness. did i hit a nerve? | your fingernails protect your fingers and when you broke the nail down so far you exposed skin that hasn't been exposed previously. so yes you have probably "hit" a nerve but you hit nerves any time you bump yourself. what you're feeling is nerve endings that are more sensitive due to this unexpected exposure. it will ... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | my fingertips have severe dry cracked peeling skin that sometimes becomes worse. any suggestions? | it is possible that you have a form of eczema that is causing your fingers to peel and crack. many people experience a flare-up of this type of eczema especially when they change environments. this means a change of climate humidity sometimes food water etc. some people notice that their flare-ups occur when they have ... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i am going through menopause and now have extremely dry itchy skin and red bumps. is there something you can recommend? | menopause can effect estrogen production. estrogen is critical in the production of oil glands and collagen. estrogen levels are also associated with your cells' ability to maintain hydration. to help your skin cells avoid hot showers because they tend to further dry out your skin. consume foods rich in essential fatty... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i had a basal cell carcinoma removed from my face. the scar has spread with some indentation. how can i minimize it? | i can appreciate your concern about the scar. you might try using some vitamin e oil massaging it into the area around your scar. usually when a scar leaves an indentation it is likely to remain there unless you have it surgically repaired. you can talk to your dermatologist about this. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | last winter my skin started to get excessively dry and crack overnight. this year it's back. what can i do? | dry skin is a frustrating condition and winter makes it even worse. if you have a moisturizer that does not burn then you should stick with that. here are a few more dry skin tips for winter: * take warm showers not hot. when possible rinse in cooler water. this helps your skin to not over-respond to the hot water by b... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | my skin started itching after using a new detergent. i am taking an antihistamine to relieve it. what more can i do? | it is very likely that your skin reactions are the result of changing your laundry soap. unfortunately when your skin becomes sensitized it takes it a while to settle back down. unfortunately this is more difficult in the winter months because your skin suffers from the temperature extremes of this time of year making ... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i have stretch marks on my calves inner thighs and hips. cocoa butter diminished the redness. what else will help? | congratulations on your weight loss! unfortunately one of the side effects of such weight loss is the appearance of stretch marks. stretch marks are a form of a scar and as such will never completely go away. using creams and lotions will help to minimize their appearance as will the passage of time but unfortunately y... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | at age 40 i have both oily and dry skin problems. what kind of cleanser and toner do you recommend? | a change in your skin type may be caused by your skin care regimen. make sure that you are not using products that are over-drying your skin because that will lead to increased oil gland production. you should exclude any underlying skin conditions such as eczema psoriasis or seborrhea that may alter your skin’s oil pr... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | can you tell me whether environmental facial damage can be repaired without doing laser treatments? | skin damage that is secondary to environmental changes -- such as from the sun or harsh weather conditions -- can be treated with topical tretinoin alpha-hydroxy acid (aha) or glycolic acid and hydrating compounds. severe conditions will dehydrate your skin cells and rob your skin of essential nutritional elements. in ... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i have a lot of whiteheads on my forehead and below my eyes. where did they come from and how do i get rid of them? | whiteheads occur when your pores accumulate excess oil or sebum and fail to drain. frequently acne-forming bacteria will arise simultaneously due to pore blockage and the alteration of the ph on the surface of your skin. in order to combat this you will need to begin exfoliating your skin and reduce surface bacteria on... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | my eyelids have darkened with age. is there some way that i can effectively lighten my eyelids? | yes. you can brighten your eyelids. first make sure there is no underlying condition that may be causing the darkness. your doctor or dermatologist can help you determine if you having an allergic irritation or drug reaction. treatment should consist of sunscreen spf 30 or above to block the sun from rays that darken t... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i'm almost 74 and my face shows it. one side of my face has more lines on it than the other. what do you recommend? | it's never too late to implement a good skin care regimen. use a sunscreen with an spf of at least 30. begin a daily regimen that includes exfoliation hydration and nutrition with peptides and vitamins a c and e for your skin. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i am 14 and just lost 60 pounds. i have a lot of excess skin on my belly. what can i do to get rid of it? | your concern about the loose skin is a common one in an individual who has lost a great deal of weight sometimes quickly. while your skin is adaptable it can take quite a bit of time for it to return to its more firm suppleness after experiencing weight loss as you have done. try not to expect it to get better overnigh... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i still have a softball-sized lump on my thigh and buttocks from hitting a tree while skiing last year. what can i do? . my doctor said it was fat necrosis and should be gone in a year but it is the same. should i take more action? | it means that you may have a lump there but it is not medically significant. if you are concerned about its appearance you may want to talk to your dermatologist or a plastic surgeon about having it removed. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | what causes milia? how can i avoid getting these? | milia also known as whiteheads are very common white pimples that can occur in persons of all ages. they appear mostly on the upper cheeks nose and chin of infants. this occurs when dead skin cells and sebaceous matter gets trapped near the skin surface rather than exfoliating naturally. common causes of milia include ... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i'm an 81-year-old man with a severe scalp problem; scales that are moving down to my face. do you have any suggestions? . my dermatologist tried using a procedure that was very cold. but the situation has gotten worse. this problem runs in my family so it may be a genetic thing. | if you are suffering from a "severe" scalp problem your differential diagnosis (at age 81) may include anything from infection an immunologic disease or cancer. you should have your condition evaluated by a physician. |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | at 29 i still bite and pick at my fingernails. what can i do to quit this habit? | your first goal is to determine if there underlying reasons for your habit. potential issues can range from an obsessive compulsive disorder to stress. severe nail biting can lead to serious health risks. bacteria can be transferred from your hands to your mouth. i would suggest that you consider an evaluation with a q... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i am an african-american female and my hair has started to thin and fall out. how can i stop it? | your first step should be to exclude any underlying medical issues or nutritional deficiencies that may be contributing to your hair loss. thyroid disease for example can affect your hair growth. if there are no medical issues then you should review your current hair-care regimen. overuse of perms relaxers and hair dye... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | what the right way to clean the oily skin on my face? | cleansing your face should remain a simple process. the first step is to wash your face no more than twice per day with a gentle soap and warm water. step 2: exfoliate the dead skin cells with an exfoliating agent that contains a mild salicylic acid or glycolic acid. step 3: rehydrate your skin with natural oils that w... |
You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics. | i have been wearing hair weaves for four years. now my hair touches my shoulders. how can i keep growing it out? | congratulations on your new hair growth! your objective at this time is to maintain and nurture your current hair and scalp. just like our body requires nutrition so does your hair. essential nutrients such as biotin magnesium folate and zinc are required to maintain optimum follicle growth. it's important to maintain ... |
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