Acne is one of the most prevalent skin conditions in the United States and one of the most common conditions treated by our med... Learn more
Actinic keratosis is among the most prevalent skin disorders we manage at Chapel Hill Deratology. Often referred to as solar ke... Learn more
Made of small blood or lymphatic vessels with a red or purple appearance, angiomas are typically noncancerous (benign) growths.... Learn more
Basal cell carcinoma is not only the most common type of skin cancer but also the most frequently diagnosed cancer overall. It... Learn more
Many of us are well-acquainted with topical medicines. They are often our first go-to choice for dealing with various skin issu... Learn more
There are two primary types of contact dermatitis. The first is irritant dermatitis, which occurs when the skin reacts to harsh... Learn more
Dandruff is a common skin condition primarily affecting the scalp, causing white flakes of dead skin to fall onto the shoulders... Learn more
Eczema affects both children and adults, often being inherited and linked with allergic reactions. It results in dry, flaky ski... Learn more
A skin and mole check is a thorough examination conducted by a dermatologist to evaluate the health of your skin and identify a... Learn more
Fungal infections, such as ringworm, yeast infections or athlete's foot, occur when a pathogen—an organism that causes disease—... Learn more
Genital warts develop around the genital area and anus due to skin-to-skin contact with a partner infected with human papilloma... Learn more
Hair thinning and alopecia can arise from a range of factors including genetics, hormonal imbalances, infections and the natura... Learn more
Herpes is a common and highly contagious condition characterized by recurring outbreaks of small, painful blisters filled with... Learn more
Herpes zoster, commonly known as shingles, is a viral infection characterized by a painful skin rash with blisters, typically a... Learn more
Urticaria, commonly known as hives, is a widespread skin condition marked by itchy, red bumps of varying sizes that can appear... Learn more
Impetigo is a contagious skin infection commonly seen in young children, though it can affect people of all ages. It is charact... Learn more
Melanoma is a potent skin cancer that originates from melanocyte cells - the cells responsible for the pigmentation of the skin... Learn more
The color of moles can differ from your natural skin color, varying from pink, brown to black. They frequently emerge during ad... Learn more
Our team warmly welcomes younger patients, including infants, small children, adolescents and teenagers, to our dermatology cli... Learn more
Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) is a versatile treatment used for acne, actinic keratosis, psoriasis, skin cancer and vitiligo. The... Learn more
Psoriasis is an immune-mediated skin condition that results in rapid skin cell proliferation, leading to skin inflammation. It'... Learn more
Alterations in skin color, texture or sensation that lead to discomfort or inflammation are the hallmarks of rashes. These chan... Learn more
Rosacea is a chronic skin inflammation condition, which often results in a flushed complexion or a skin rash. This skin disorde... Learn more
Seborrheic Dermatitis is a prevalent skin disorder characterized by red, scaly, itchy and flaky skin primarily on the scalp, al... Learn more
In the field of dermatology, excision procedures are used to eliminate lesions from your skin through complete removal. Frequen... Learn more
The skin, our body's most extensive organ, consists of several layers. Skin cancer originates in the epidermis, which is compos... Learn more
Your skin provides an effective barrier between you and the outside world. However, at times, this barrier function can be comp... Learn more
Squamous cell carcinoma originates in the squamous cells, which are found in the middle and outer layers of the skin. This form... Learn more
Vitiligo is a chronic condition wherein areas of skin lose their natural pigment, melanin and develop white spots known as macu... Learn more
Warts are benign, coarse protrusions that appear on the skin when the body is infiltrated by HPV through a cut or other skin br... Learn more
