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Welcome to
SkinCarePhysicians.com
SkinCarePhysicians.com provides patients with up-to-date information
on the treatment and management of disorders of the skin, hair and
nails. Patients and health care professionals may utilize this Web
site as a resource for educational literature and health guideline
descriptions.
SkinCarePhysicians.com was developed
by the American Academy of Dermatology specifically for patients and
health professionals to use as a resource for up-to-date information
on the treatment and management of skin diseases.
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Moles in Children: What Parents
Should Know
Moles on a young child’s skin are generally nothing to worry
about. It is normal for new moles to appear during childhood and
adolescence. Moles will grow as the child grows. Some moles will
darken, and others will lighten. These changes are expected in
children and seldom a sign of melanoma — a type of skin cancer that
can begin in a mole. (more...) |
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3 Habits Parents Should Encourage
for a Lifetime of Healthier Skin
Practices that we learn early in life, such as brushing our teeth
twice a day and washing our hands before eating, often become
lifelong habits. To help children have a lifetime of healthier skin,
dermatologist recommend that parents encourage the following habits
at an early age. (more...) |
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