Tag: rashes
Fragrance Allergy Basics
Valentine’s Day often means luxurious gifts of roses and perfume that can have unintended consequences in allergic individuals. Fragrances are one of the most common causes of allergic contact dermatitis, a dermatological condition our Florida-based team regularly identifies for patients. In fact, fragrance allergies are second only to a metal allergy to nickel. It is estimated …
Monkeypox: What to Know
Monkeypox was declared a public health emergency by the World Health Organization (WHO) on July 23, 2022. This is a decision undertaken by the WHO if a disease outbreak is an extraordinary event, when it constitutes a public health risk to other states through international spread, and when a coordinated international response is potentially required. …
Have You Heard of Sea Lice?
Summertime in SWFL means families flock to the beach to enjoy some sunshine, warm water, and sea lice?!?! Humans aren’t the only ones who enjoy the warmer water temperatures. Sea lice—not to be mistaken for head lice—are in fact jellyfish and sea anemone larvae. They are tiny, almost invisible to the naked eye, and are …
Skin Conditions May Indicate the Presence of Breast Cancer
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. While the recommendations for breast cancer screenings change slightly every few years, one recommendation remains the same for men and women of all ages: Know your breasts! “Breast self-awareness” is the newest buzzword you will hear from key organizations such as the American Cancer Society. Both men and women …
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Four Aquatic Rashes Explained
As Floridians, we spend a lot of time in the water for work and fun. There are numerous different rashes that can occur from both marine and freshwater exposure. I wanted to run down some of the more common rashes I’ve seen associated with water exposure. The good news from this Florida-based dermatologist? These are …
