Many of us love to pet and cuddle our furry friends at any given chance. Cuddling is a way to bond with our pups, but it also helps us find new lumps on their skin. So, what happens when you are ...

Warts are one of the most common skin problems seen across all age groups, especially in children and young adults. They are ...

There are more than 10 common skin diseases seen in adults, such as acne, atopic dermatitis (eczema), cold sores, hives, and psoriasis. It can be difficult to identify these skin problems by images ...

A recent study revealed that commonly used over-the-counter vitamin B3 supplements may keep you protected from specific types ...

An expert explains how to tell the difference between a spot that's probably harmless versus something you should get checked ...

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Between 1982 and 2017, the rates of melanoma — which can be deadly when it spreads — ...

A benign skin tumor happens when cells in your skin grow and form a mass. These tumors don’t contain malignant cells, so they are not cancer. There are many types of benign skin tumors. Share on ...

Basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma are the two most common types of non-melanoma skin cancer. These cancers begin in different layers of the skin. Squamous cell carcinoma starts in the ...

Many people are surprised to learn that our biggest organ is our skin. It protects the rest of the body from ultraviolet light, trauma, pathogens, toxins and other microorganisms that ...

Anal skin tags represent one of the most common yet least discussed skin conditions affecting adults worldwide. These small, benign growths around the anal area can cause significant anxiety and ...

Skin cancer can occur anywhere, but scars and burn injuries are at a higher risk. Wearing sunscreen and, when possible, avoiding UV radiation can lower the risk of developing skin cancer in a scar.

HOUSTON -- ( April 23, 2015 ) -- A Houston Methodist-led team of international scientists has identified hundreds of possible new genes in mice that could transform benign skin growths into deadly ...