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Dermatology
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A 33-year-old member asked:
Dr. Stephen Friedmananswered
Dermatology 43 years experience
Less Than Smallpox: Monkeypox usually lasts for 2 to 4 weeks and resolved without problems. In africa, monkeypox is fatal in approximately 10% of people.
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A 33-year-old member asked:
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Dermatology 43 years experience
NO : If the folliculitis is extensive and is due to staphylococcus, there are no over the counter oral medications that would eradicate the organism.
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Resembles Smallpox: In humans, monkeypox is similar to smallpox, although it is often milder. Blisters may occur on the face and chest. Vaccination against smallpox is ... Read More
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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How Severe?: Most cases of herpes simplex i will resolve within a few days without treatment. Routine use of a broad spectrum sunscreen will help prevent and redu... Read More
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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Dermatology 43 years experience
Yes: Over the counter Bacitracin ointment is available without a prescription.
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A 34-year-old member asked:
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Yes: Consult with your physician regarding the specific details of the diet. Monthly laboratory studies will be performed.
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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Dermatology 43 years experience
Not Difficult: Many of the new lasers for acne are not painful or inconvenient. They have been developed to either reduce the bacterial colony counts, oil gland siz... Read More
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A 44-year-old member asked:
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Dermatology 43 years experience
Maybe: According to the mayo clinic, research studies suggest that red and purple grape juices may provide some of the same heart benefits of red wine, inclu... Read More
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A 40-year-old member asked:
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Dermatology 43 years experience
Yes: Clearasil (benzoyl peroxide) is very effective to treat mild to moderate acne.
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A 54-year-old male asked:
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Dermatology 43 years experience
No: It is not dangerous to shave the pubic hairs. Be careful not to accidentally cut sensitive areas. Do not store the shaving blade in the shower that ... Read More
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A 36-year-old member asked:
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Dermatology 43 years experience
There are Better: Cetaphil is a soap free non-ionic cleanser. It does not adequately remove surface epidermal lipids. Detergent cleansers are preferred.
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A 32-year-old member asked:
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Dermatology 43 years experience
Antibiotic: Mupirocin is a prescription topical antibiotic for the treatment of superficial cutaneous infections.
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Dermatology 43 years experience
Sun Exposure: Dark spots that have recently developed on the upper lip are usually due to sun exposure. They include lentigines, ephilids, and melanoma.
Also, ... Read More
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Dermatology 43 years experience
Transparent ZnO: Transparent zinc oxide sunscreens with a concentration of at least 7% provide excellent protection from ultraviolet a and b. Most preparations that ... Read More
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A 30-year-old member asked:
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Dermatology 43 years experience
Oil Free, Soap Free: There is an abundance of facial cleansers for oily skin and there are many "best cleanser lists." however, an ideal facial cleanser for oily skin sho... Read More
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A 45-year-old member asked:
Dr. Stephen Friedmananswered
Dermatology 43 years experience
Reduce the cause: It is important to determine the cause of the rash. If due to a fungal infection, the appropriate antibiotic will produce success. If moisture accum... Read More
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A 40-year-old member asked:
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Dermatology 43 years experience
Moisturize: Sensitive skin may be due to epidermal dehydration. Applying a fragrance free moisturizer will hydrate the epidermis and increase its barrier functio... Read More
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A 31-year-old member asked:
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Dermatology 43 years experience
Many Possible Causes: People can develop baldness (alopecia) for many reasons, including breakage of hair from straighteners or dyes; certain skin diseases that cause destr... Read More
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A 33-year-old member asked:
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Dermatology 43 years experience
If Infected: If there are clinical signs of a superficial skin infection after a piercing, topical Mupirocin may be used. If the infection is deep, systemic antib... Read More
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A 20-year-old female asked:
Dr. Stephen Friedmananswered
Dermatology 43 years experience
Sunscreen Moisturize: The first way to soothe sensitive skin is to avoid hot water and detergent based facial soaps. Wash your face with a soap-free facial cleanser (cetap... Read More
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A 34-year-old member asked:
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Dermatology 43 years experience
Sunscreen and Niacin: In order to lighten the skin effectively after sun exposure, it is important to use a broad spectrum sunscreen every day. Applying a topical cream wi... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Dermatology 43 years experience
Determine Rash Cause: Prior to self administering Nystatin cream, determine the etiology of the rash by visiting your physician. Nystatin would be ineffective if you have ... Read More
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A 33-year-old member asked:
Dr. Stephen Friedmananswered
Dermatology 43 years experience
Yes: Topical sulfacetamide gel may be beneficial for some rosacea patients.
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A 46-year-old member asked:
Dr. Stephen Friedmananswered
Dermatology 43 years experience
YES: Cherry angiomas are common non-cancerous tumors made of blood vessels. They are usually hereditary and accumulate with advancing age.
Since they a... Read More
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A 43-year-old member asked:
Dr. Stephen Friedmananswered
Dermatology 43 years experience
No: Although many antifungal drugs are available over-the-counter (otc), Nystatin products are available by prescription only.
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Dermatology 43 years experience
Genetic: Almost two thirds of men lose their by age 50, and represent androgenetic male pattern alopecia. The majority of cases of male pattern alopecia have ... Read More
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A 48-year-old member asked:
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Dermatology 43 years experience
Moisturizer: The most effective treatment for scaly dry skin of the face is routine application of a fragrance free moisturizer. It will hydrate the epidermis and... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
Dr. Stephen Friedmananswered
Dermatology 43 years experience
Physician Based: Depending upon the location on the eyelid, the wart may be removed by shave excision or liquid nitrogen. If the wart involves the eyelid margin near ... Read More
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A 46-year-old member asked:
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Dermatology 43 years experience
Rarely: Young men can develop baldness (alopecia) for many reasons, including breakage, certain skin diseases that cause destruction of the hair follicles, au... Read More
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A 36-year-old member asked:
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Dermatology 43 years experience
Extraction: If the whiteheads are deep, they represent milia cysts. Incision and drainage (extraction) is the preferred therapy.
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Dermatology 43 years experience
Weeks: Gradual improvement is observed while taking Accutane for acne. It may take as long as wefts 16 weeks for satisfactory results. Dryness of the skin ... Read More
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A 30-year-old member asked:
Dr. Stephen Friedmananswered
Dermatology 43 years experience
Topical Treatment: Topical retinoids and antibiotics are effective for comedonal and inflammatory acne. If your condition is more severe and extensive with cysts, a bri... Read More
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A 42-year-old member asked:
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Dermatology 43 years experience
Surgery or Laser: If the scar is superficial, topical retinoic acid and a broad spectrum sunscreen may be sufficient to augment a recently developed acne scar.
If... Read More
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A 30-year-old member asked:
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Dermatology 43 years experience
Any Age: Laser surgery for acne may be utilized for patients of any age. Acne is a skin condition that affects those in puberty or adolescence.
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A 31-year-old male asked:
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Hydrate; Less Soap: Limit your showers to less that five minutes and use a soap free cleanser (cetaphil, olay for sensitive skin). Apply a fragrance-free, oil-free moist... Read More
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A 35-year-old member asked:
Dr. Stephen Friedmananswered
Dermatology 43 years experience
Yes: Everyone should use sunscreen. Those with more pigment are less likely to develop skin cancer, but with enough ultraviolet exposure, it is possible.
... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Dermatology 43 years experience
Many Possible Causes: Young men can develop baldness (alopecia) for many reasons, including breakage of hair from straighteners or dyes; certain skin diseases that cause de... Read More
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A 43-year-old member asked:
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Dermatology 43 years experience
No: Using a diode 532 laser to treat an angiofibroma of the nose will produce a transient sting. Most patients do not require an anesthetic and the cosme... Read More
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Dermatology 43 years experience
No: It is normal for small blood seepage to occur after mole removal, especially within the first 24 hours after surgery. If pain, redness, or fevers, c... Read More
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Determine Cause: There are many etiologies of sudden hair loss in a 20 year old man. Sudden weight loss, recent illness , certain medications, high fevers, and a rece... Read More
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Dermatology 43 years experience
Many Possible Causes: Women can develop baldness (alopecia) for many reasons, including breakage of hair from straighteners or dyes; certain skin diseases that cause destru... Read More
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Dermatology 43 years experience
ALLERGY OR GENETIC: Angioedema is the rapid swelling of the skin, including the dermis, deep dermis, mucosa, and subcutaneous tissue. If angioedema is acquired, it is us... Read More
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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Dermatology 43 years experience
Sulfur Packs: In the historic archives at the mayo clinic, prior to systemic medications (accutane, antibiotics) or lasers, patients received special compounded top... Read More
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Dermatology 43 years experience
Benzoyl Peroxide: Proactive or clearasil (benzoyl peroxide) is very effective to treat mild to moderate acne. If dryness is worsened, then apply a fragrance-free, oil-... Read More
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A 30-year-old member asked:
Dr. Stephen Friedmananswered
Dermatology 43 years experience
Maybe: According to the mayo clinic, research studies suggest that red and purple grape juices may provide some of the same heart benefits of red wine, inclu... Read More
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Dermatology 43 years experience
Rarely: The black widow is the most venomous spider in the U.S. People rarely die from a black widow spider bite, since the amount of venom injected is so sm... Read More
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Dermatology 43 years experience
Depends: For localized back acne, topical benzoyl peroxide and a retinoids will usually suffice. For extensive back acne, a systemic antibiotic may be necessa... Read More
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Dermatology 43 years experience
Edema: Injury to the epidermis and dermis after sun exposure may not produce blisters and may result in dependent edema. Gravity affects soft tissue swellin... Read More
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A 44-year-old member asked:
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Dermatology 43 years experience
No: Acne surgery or acne extraction is minor surgery that does not usually require anesthesia. There is little blood loss.
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No: Unless your navel is very irritated or ulcerated, application of topical isopropyl or ethyl alcohol will not sting.
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! I really needed to know I have not bad acne but its in the T zone, what would help there?
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Medical/Graduate school
University of Texas Medical School at San Antonio, TX
Graduated 1980MD
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Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society
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