Dermatology

Dermatologists who biopsy suspicious lesions will now have a more efficient test for potentially deadly melanoma.  High-frequesncy ultrasound with elastography can improve the efficiency of skin cancer diagnosis. According to a study presented at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America, high-frequency ulstrasound can help differentiate between cancerous and benign skin conditions. [...]

November is National Healthy Skin Month. Every year, the American Academy of Dermatology asks dermatologists to share tips and information. One informative article covers the myths about Vitamin D and sun exposure. Apparently, the risk of exposing your skin to deadly ultraviolet rays outweights the benefits of soaking in Vitamin D through sun exposure. There [...]