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Poison Ivy Overview Poison ivy causes a skin irritation called contact dermatitis and results in a red, itchy rash consisting of small bumps, blisters or swelling. Many people are sensitive to an oily plant resin called urushiol, the common irritating substance in...
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Nail Fungus (Onychomycosis) Onychomycosis is a fungal infection of the nail. Either fingernails or toenails can be affected but the condition is more commonly seen in the toenails. People become aware of the condition because of the altered appearance of the nail or...
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Molluscum Contagiosum Molluscum contagiosum is a benign rash caused by a harmless pox virus. Small skin colored or pink bumps with a central dell can occur on various body areas in children but in adults are most commonly seen in the genital area. They are contagious...
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Mohs Surgery & Reconstructive Surgery Mohs micrographic surgery is a type of procedure that is used to completely remove skin cancer tumors. We work with a few Philadelphia Mohs surgeons who expertly remove the tumor and surrounding skin. To reconstruct the area...
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Melanoma Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer due to its potential to metastasize to other body organs. People can die from melanoma but melanoma can also be cured by surgery alone if caught early. The incidence of melanoma in the United States has been...
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Lupus Lupus Lupus is the shortened name for the disease “Systemic Lupus Erythematosus” (SLE). Lupus is an autoimmune disease with many variations and it affects multiple areas of the body. An autoimmune disease occurs when the body’s natural immune...