Sarasota Dermatology Blog

Tanning Beds and Melanoma

Posted on 27. Oct, 2009 by Bradley J. Abrams, D.O..

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Melanoma is the 2nd most common cancer in women ages 20-29 and can cause death. The risk for cutaneous melanoma increases by 75% when a tanning device is used before the age of 30. Also, skin cancers are being found on the abdomen which is also related to tanning bed use.

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Doctor Help – I have this red scaling on my face . . . what is it?

Posted on 29. Sep, 2009 by Bradley J. Abrams, D.O..

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Patients suffering from red skin and scaling in the area around the eyebrows, on or around the nose, or on the scalp may be suffering from a common inflammatory skin disorder known as Seborrhoeic dermatitis.

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Whoops – I shouldn’t have gotten that tattoo – Now what?

Posted on 09. Sep, 2009 by Bradley J. Abrams, D.O..

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These days more and more people are inquiring about removing their tattoos. The good news is the technology of tattoo removal has improved and the patient can consult their dermatologist to determine which method is best for them and what results to expect.