Cyst removal may be performed under general anesthesia or sedation depending on the size and location. The surgeon will make an incision on the skin above or near the cyst to either drain or remove it.

Acne is common in all-age groups, especially teenagers and young adults. Symptoms range from uninflamed blackheads to pus-filled pimples or large, red, and tender bumps. Treatments include over-the-counter creams and cleanser, as well as …

A visual self-exam by the patient and a clinical examination by the health care provider may be used to screen for skin cancer. During a skin exam a provider checks the skin for moles, birthmarks, or other pigmented areas that look abnormal in …

Rosacea is a common but poorly understood long-term skin condition that mainly affects the face. Symptoms often begin with episodes of flushing, where the skin turns red for a short period, but other symptoms can develop as the condition …

The Key to treating hair loss is to find out what is causing it. Here is how a dermatology clinicians determine the cause and the provider may include one or more of treatment plans.

A wart is a common small growth that can appear anywhere on the body. As many as one-third of children and teenagers are estimated to have warts, but only 3–5% of adults do. This may happen within weeks or months of warts becoming visible, but it …