Steps after a melanoma diagnosis. Step 1: Skin exam and physical You may have had a complete skin exam during your last dermatology appointment. Dermatologists often perform this exam when a patient ...

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Pitching news stories featuring members of the AAD Media Expert Team is one of the key components of the Your Dermatologist ...

If you’re a healthy adult and do not have any vitamin deficiencies, eating a well-balanced diet is the best way to get the ...

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy (D) signed step therapy reform legislation into law, effective Jan. 1, 2026. The new law places ...

On May 14, the AADA hosted its 11th annual Capitol Hill Skin Cancer Check and Health Fair in cooperation with the ...

If your dermatologist tells you that you have a precancerous skin growth, it means one thing. Your skin has been badly damaged by the sun, indoor tanning, or both. The good news is that it’s not too ...

The AADA advocates for a physician-led, team-based approach to care that ensures both safety and best outcomes for each ...

Before and after tumescent liposuction: This 53-year-old woman had tumescent liposuction to flatten her belly, which improved the results from diet and exercise. Liposuction is a type of surgery used ...

Radiation therapy plays an important role in treating cancer. Like medications, radiation therapy can also cause possible side effects. Some of these side effects occur on the skin, but the right skin ...

How dermatologists diagnose basal cell carcinoma When you see a board-certified dermatologist, your dermatologist will: Examine your skin carefully Ask questions about your health, medications, and ...

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