Sarasota Dermatology Blog

Cell Phones Can Cause a Rash

Posted on 17. Dec, 2009 by Bradley J. Abrams, D.O..

Could your cell phone be causing that facial skin rash? The answer may be yes– and the culprit may be the nickel content in the fashionable design of many cell phones.

Nickel is a familiar allergen that afflicts anywhere from 17% to 33% of the population with a red itchy rash doctors call Contact Dermatitis.

People with a nickel allergy may take steps to avoid skin contact with products that contain nickel, which is found in some jewelry.

But whether you know you have an allergy to nickel or not, you may not suspect the design on the front of your cell phone. Studies have shown many cell phones use nickel for their metallic highlights such as the brand logos, decorative accents, and even the buttons on the front of the phone.

As a result there has been an increase in the prevalence of facial skin rashes associated with these cell phones.

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Acne: Another Pimple – Why?

Posted on 22. Jul, 2009 by Bradley J. Abrams, D.O..

What is acne and why do we get it? Acne or Acne Vulgaris is an inflammation of our sebaceous glands caused by several factors including hormones, stress, and family history. Bacteria called Propionibacterium acnes can also play a role in acne production. There have not been any proven studies linking food and acne, but eating [...]

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Skin Care for Brides and Grooms

Posted on 21. Mar, 2009 by Bradley J. Abrams, D.O..

But, between selecting flowers and sampling cake, don’t over look the details of preparing your skin to look it’s best for your wedding. Special dedication to skin care must begin now to ensure your skin is looking it’s best when the “Big Day” arrives.

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What are micro-peels?

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

A micro-peel is a skin care procedure that combines a microdermabrasion with a chemical peel. The procedure removes a micro-thin top layer of skin in order to regenerate the skin’s natural radiance, softness, smoothness and youth.

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Don’t Shampoo Your Body

Posted on 24. Feb, 2009 by Bradley J. Abrams, D.O..

The state of our economy is causing a lot of Americans to find ways to cut corners to save a few extra dollars. I’ve noticed that more of my patients, usually men, are using their shampoo to wash their body. This may be a convenient money saver, but it is a bad idea.

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Keep Your Skin Healthy Under That Halloween Mask

Posted on 15. Jan, 2009 by Bradley J. Abrams, D.O..

Just remember that one night of scary costumes can have a bad effect on your skin. This is especially true if you are considering using makeup to turn yourself into that ghoulish zombie on Halloween.

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Skin Care Services at Abrams Dermatology

Posted on 12. Jan, 2009 by Bradley J. Abrams, D.O..

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Skin Care Tips for Travelers

Posted on 10. Jan, 2009 by Bradley J. Abrams, D.O..

Vacations can be very exciting and an enjoyable, however they can quickly become unpleasant when you experience irritations caused by dry skin. The following simple tips will help your skin stay hydrated and your vacation time enjoyable.

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