When most people think of routine health exams, they tend to think of their yearly physicals, dentist appointments, and eye exams. However, did you know that most adults should also be seeing a dermatologist once a year for a check-up? If you're not doing so already, there are many reasons to start, such as:
Keep an Eye on Moles
Perhaps the main reason to start seeing a dermatologist at least once a year is to stay on top of any changes in the moles on your body.
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The Mohs surgical procedure is meant to remove any squamous or basal skin cancer cells from the skin. Healing properly from this procedure is important when it comes to preventing scars after the procedure.
The following are five things you can do to prevent scarring after undergoing the Mohs procedure:
Apply ice in the days following surgery to prevent swelling
It's important to prevent swelling at the wound site. Swelling can make it more difficult for the surgical wound to close up through the healing process.
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A sun allergy is commonly dismissed as being impossible. However, there are people who do suffer from photosensitivity. In the summertime, the symptoms of the skin condition can worsen. Therefore, it is important that extra precautions are taken to prevent problems. If you have a sun allergy, here is what you need to know to protect yourself.
Which Symptoms Can Be Worsened?
Many people with sun allergies only experience mild symptoms.
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The human body relies on fat to maintain body temperature. Unfortunately, fat cells collect in places where they are not wanted and not wholly necessary, such as under your chin. As a result, your face looks older and you look like you have a "poo belly" (the phrase commonly used to describe bloated bellies of people who are constipated and have not been able to go to the restroom in a few days).
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If you have a suspicious mole somewhere on your body, it's important to get it checked out right away. Your family doctor can refer you to a dermatologist for further evaluation and testing. Part of the initial evaluation may be a total body exam to help locate any moles that may be suspicious for precancerous or cancerous lesions. Here are a just a few ways to identify skin cancer and what to expect as you pursue treatment options.
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