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Cinnaminson, NJ
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Hamilton, NJ
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Barnegat, NJ
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Linwood, NJ
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Cape May Court House, NJ
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Dr. Coyle S. Connolly is a board certified dermatologist , professor , author, and president of Connolly Dermatology with multiple offices in southern and central New Jersey. Dr. Connolly specializes in clinical and cosmetic dermatology.
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Dermatology
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A 37-year-old member asked:
Dr. Coyle Connollyanswered
Dermatology 31 years experience
Acne : Mineral based makeup and cosmetics labelled non comedogenic are best suited for those with acne prone skin.
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A 19-year-old female asked:
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Red: Hemangiomas are common non cancerous often bright red small round bumps. Moles may take on a reddish color. See a dermatologist to accurately diagnose... Read More
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A 48-year-old member asked:
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Cosmetics : A simple skin care regimen is the best. If one is trying too many different products it may worsen acne. Bring products to the dermatologist to disc... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Cosmetics : There is considerable knowledge among all the groups you mention. A dermatologist specializes in conditions of the skin, hair , and nails to best pro... Read More
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Laser : The problem with laser removal of a mole is that there is no skin available for biopsy information. Talk to your dermatologist regarding the best way... Read More
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A 19-year-old female asked:
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Mole: A changing mole, in this case one that is becoming raised may or may not be indicative of skin cancer. See a dermatologist for evaluation.
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Rosacea : Rosacea may be inherited in some individuals.
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A 28-year-old female asked:
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Painful mole: There could be an underlying cyst or infection if the mole became irritated . Or the mole itself is deeper in the skin. In any case a dermatologist ca... Read More
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Skin : Skin tags are typically treated by a dermatologist with heat cautery or injected with a numbing agent and snipped off.
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Squamous cell : Typically squamous cell carcinoma appears as a red, crusted , scaly, bleeding , non healing area on a sun exposed area
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Rosacea : Rosacea is characterized by red bumps or pimples on the forehead, nose and cheeks. Some people appear more flushed and blush more when exposed to cha... Read More
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A 34-year-old member asked:
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Freckles : While some lesions are genetically programmed, routine sunscreen use may help to reduce the number of freckle/age spots.
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Melanoma : Statistically one is more likely to develop additional melanoma after a previous melanoma has been diagnosed . Sun protection , self exams, and routin... Read More
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Retin a (tretinoin): Broken capillaries are typically from sun damage and genetics. They may be treated with laser. Retin a (tretinoin) should be used sparingly and for li... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Skin cancer : Most skin cancers are the result of excessive sun exposure/tanning. Genetics play a strong role too. Any skin lesion that is changing size, color, s... Read More
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A 44-year-old member asked:
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Sunburn : A sunburn could mask the detection of some forms of skin cancer. In a few days the redness from the burn will subside making evaluation by a dermatol... Read More
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A 32-year-old female asked:
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Beauty marks: The growths should be checked by a dermatologist . Skin tags are common during pregnancy and are easily removed in the office . Any abnormal moles are... Read More
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Warts : Liquid nitrogen often causes blisters in an attempt to destroy warts. If the blisters are painful one can pop them with a sterile needle from the side... Read More
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Psoriasis : Try not to get discouraged. A dermatologist can prescribe topical and oral medications. Biological agents such as Enbrel (etanercept) are also a possi... Read More
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A 38-year-old male asked:
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Itch : Skin that has been scratched for a long time may develop post inflammatory hyperpigmentation . This improves overtime providing the itch is gone . If ... Read More
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A 36-year-old female asked:
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Dark: A dark mole may indicate a skin cancer at times. Skin cancer such as melanoma may be flat or raised. See a dermatologist to have the mole evaluated.
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Don't: Don't pick or pop pimples try warm compress instead.
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Acne: Acne is caused by hormones making more oil (sebum) that blocks the pores . Bacteria is a factor.
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Skin lightening : Alpha hydroxyacids. , chemical peels, microdermabrasion, laser may all help reduce facial photodamage . Ask your dermatologist which treatment is righ... Read More
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Cosmetics : Mineral based powders and gentle toners are best.
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Scar: Silicone gel sheets, massaging the area daily , vitamin e cream, Mederma , may show some benefit. See a dermatologist for treatment options.
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Mole: Moles are often brown, flesh colored , or even black. Any very dark or two toned mole should be evaluated for skin cancer.
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Deposits : Hemosiderin is usually not responsive to bleaching creams or laser . The circulation abnormalities associated with this condition should be evaluated ... Read More
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A 30-year-old male asked:
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Irritation: A cleanser containing benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid may be helpful before shaving to help reduce irritation and razor bumps . Hydrocortisone crea... Read More
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Skin: Benzoyl peroxide containing products have the potential to dry the skin which is a benefit if oily prone. However the drying effects may be too much f... Read More
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A 33-year-old member asked:
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Skin cancer : In addition to changing or non healing areas , a skin cancer may become itchy , painful or bleed.
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Rosacea : Sun exposure is an aggravating factor in rosacea flares . Sunscreens are helpful when outdoors.
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Cyst : A red inflamed or sore cyst may be injected with corticosteroid and or treated with a retinoid cream or oral antibiotics . See a dermatologist.
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Skin cancer: The only way to know is to have a dermatologist evaluate any suspicious lesion. A skin biopsy will confirm whether it is cancerous or not.
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Acne : Cystic acne is often treated with prescription strength oral medications (antibiotics , Accutane ) and topicals ( retinoid cream). Otc benzoyl peroxid... Read More
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Mole bleed: A mole that bleeds could be the result of a scratch or getting caught by clothing or some other physical trauma . Other times a mole undergoing cance... Read More
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A 30-year-old male asked:
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Skin: Yes skin with many moles is statistically more likely to develop skin cancer (melanoma). Tanning increases the risk. There is no such thing as a safe... Read More
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A 21-year-old female asked:
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Mole: A change in a mole, in this case , a scab forming may represent a cancerous mole or simply a normal mole that has become irritated. In any case, see ... Read More
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Mole : A dermatologist can remove the mole surgically . There are several options such as shave technique, punch biopsy or excisional biopsy with stitches. C... Read More
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Eczema: See a dermatologist so they may properly diagnose and treat the condition. Eczema responds to topical corticosteroid and non corticosteroid creams and... Read More
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Wasp bite: Wasp bites reaction could last days due to the venom reaction in the skin. Those more sensitive to bites may benefit from oral antihistamines and cor... Read More
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A 27-year-old female asked:
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Rash: Firm individual bumps may be a sign of molluscum contagiousum . Other conditions include diaper dermatitis and eczema . See your dermatologist for pr... Read More
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Psoriasis : Psoriasis is often made worse on areas that are rubbed with friction and pressure. Helmets may cause scalp lesions to flare. Pads on elbows and knees ... Read More
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Aloe Vera : Not sure of the benefit of the aloe vera water. Traditionally aloe vera soothes dry skin and sunburns.
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Acne: It's not so much diet or supplements as it is more hormonal factors making more oil that gets blocked in the pores leading to bacteria formation. See ... Read More
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Infection signs : Signs of infection include pain, expanding redness around the wound , warm to the touch and sometimes fever. If there is any concern on your part se... Read More
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Yeast infection: Yeast often collects in the skin folds and is treated with a combination of prescription antifungal creams or pills. Drying powders such as zeasorb ar... Read More
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Scar treatment : Atrophy or a localized indentation of the skin may result from steroid injections into scars . This side effect may be minimized by reducing the conce... Read More
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Sunscreen : Regular sunscreen use combined with hats, sun protective clothing , sunglasses , etc. Will help reduce the chance of skin cancer development and prem... Read More
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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Acne : Sensitive skin patients should use gentle non soap cleansers to wash as needed. The key is to start out with one product at a time to help gauge sen... Read More
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Dr. Connolly is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Connolly is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Thanks for your quick reply! Can u identify my disease by a photo please Doc? I'm ashamed to go see a doctor outside..It's been abt more than a year having those.Thanks
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Thanks for your quick reply! Thank you, I wasn't sure if I should skip the dermatologist because of the results of my pap or get the mole checked out first.
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I didn't think so. No, not irritated. Has grown some and raised above skin. She didnt really check there, so I will have to go again.
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Medical/Graduate school
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, PA
Graduated 1992MD
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Philadelphia college of osteopathic medicine
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American Osteopathic Association
American Osteopathic College of Dermatology
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