West Lake Dermatology

AUGUST 25, 2024

Originally Published March 12, 2014. Pain can be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers or prescribed medication. Patients may require stronger pain medication during the initial recovery period, and mild discomfort can persist for several weeks.

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Scarring Surgery Diet Consultations 53

Aesthetics Advisor

AUGUST 25, 2023

Avoid Harmful Medications Medications, including non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs ( NSAIDs ), antibiotics, corticosteroids, and immune-suppressants, can be harmful to your body. While in certain cases, medications may be appropriate or necessary, in most situations, there are usually better solutions.

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Diet Therapy Medical Skin Issues 36

Aesthetics Advisor

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Quercetin acts as a zinc ionophore ( PubMed 2014), the same mechanism of action that hydroxychloroquine has via helping zinc pass the cell wall where it might halt viral replication. An animal study published in the Nature (Aug 2012) , concluded that quercetin has anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-fibrotic (anti-scarring) properties.

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Vitamin C Medical Treatments Consultations 69

Aesthetics Advisor

DECEMBER 20, 2023

A study published in the Journal of Nutrition in 2014 showed that zinc citrate, given as a supplement, is as well-absorbed as zinc gluconate but has a more appealing, less bitter taste. Zinc carnosine (also known as polaprezinc; Promac; L-CAZ, or taken as a self-named supplement) is a common form of zinc supplementation and medication.

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Vitamin C Diet Treatments Irritation 66

First Derm

DECEMBER 12, 2023

When to Seek Medical Help Monitoring Symptoms : If psoriasis in the beard area worsens, becomes increasingly painful, or spreads, it’s important to consult a board-certified dermatologist. Symptoms and Impact Manifestation : The infection can present as red, ring-shaped rashes, inflamed areas (kerions), and even scarring.

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Dermatitis Irritation Moisturization Facials 45

First Derm

FEBRUARY 11, 2023

Oral Herpes Simplex (Cold sores) Medically reviewed by The Dermatologists and written by Dr. Alexander Börve Oral Herpes (Cold sores) (01) mouth [ICD-10 B00.5] Oral herpes usually does not give any scars. Should I seek medical care? Using medication will help you get rid of those annoying blisters faster. Stoopler, E.

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Eczema Medical Treatments Clinic 52

First Derm

MARCH 25, 2024

Comedonal acne Medically reviewed by The Dermatologists and written by Dr. Alexander Börve In A Nutshell Symptoms : Comedonal acne is identified by small skin-colored bumps, primarily open (blackheads) and closed (whiteheads) comedones, often found on the forehead and chin. What is Comedonal Acne? What does it look like? and Emmy M.G.

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Comedogenic Sebum Pores Skincare Routine 40