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The ABCDE Rule of Skin Cancer

Finding melanoma early is the key to fighting this terrible disease. That is why learning the ABCDE rule for skin cancer is so important. This system provides an easy way to recognize moles and growths that might be cancerous. If your mole or growth has one or more of the ABCDE’s, you should show it […]

Nonmelanoma skin cancers

Nonmelanoma skin cancer (NMSC) is the most common cancer in the United States, accounting for more than one million new cases annually.

Understanding Acne

Acne is the most common skin condition in the United States. It is most common in teenagers but a growing number of women and men have acne in their 30s, 40s, 50s, and beyond.

Melanoma: Protect Your Skin

Over the last decade, skin cancer claimed more than 500 lives in Monmouth and Ocean counties as the Jersey Shore endured one of the highest overall cancer ratings in New Jersey.

Basal Cell Carcinoma

Basal Cell Carcinoma, also known as BCC, is a type of skin cancer that begins in the basal cells.

Eczema

Nearly 31 million Americans suffer from eczema-related symptoms. Eczema can affect newborns, kids, women and men of any race or ethnicity.

Hair Loss

Hair loss, or alopecia, is a concern for men, women, and children. Treatments for hair loss include medications such as Propecia and Rogaine, hair replacements, and hair restoration as well as treatments at a local dermatology office. Mistakenly thought to be a strictly male disease, women actually make up 40 percent of American hair loss […]

Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a noncontagious skin condition that produces plaques of thickened, scaling skin. The dry flakes of skin scales result from the excessively rapid proliferation of skin cells. The proliferation of skin cells is triggered by inflammatory chemicals produced by specialized white blood cells called lymphocytes. Types of psoriasis There are different types of psoriasis. […]

Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC)

Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is an uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells arising in the squamous cells, which compose most of the skin’s upper layers (the epidermis).

How to reduce risk of malignant melanoma?

Despite genetic predisposition to this type of skin cancer, a significant amount of melanomas are caused by the sun.

Merkel cell carcinoma

Merkel cell carcinoma, or neuroendocrine carcinoma, is a rare but extremely dangerous cancer that appears on the skin. Neuroendocrine tumors are neoplasms that arise from cells of the endocrine and nervous systems.

The facts you should know about Merkel Cell Carcinoma

Merkel cell carcinoma is also called neuroendocrine carcinoma of the skin.
It tends to grow fast and to spread quickly to other parts of your body.

Scope of Practice FAQs for Consumers

Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs)

What is DNP?

Understanding your provider’s professional credentials

Lentigo Maligna Melanoma

Lentigo maligna melanoma is one of the subtypes of invasive melanoma that represents 5-15% of cases.

Skin Cancer: COMMON MISCONCEPTIONS

Believing these common skin cancer myths can be deadly. Read on to find out the truth instead.

Holiday Skincare Tips

Tis the season for cocktail parties, holiday soirees and family gatherings! However, late nights and hectic schedules can easily wreak havoc on our skin, which may contribute to a case of the holiday blues. With friends and family constantly on their smart phones and social media sites, we already know holiday pictures will be plastered […]

What is a skin cancer screening?

A skin cancer screening is a visual inspection of your skin by a dermatology medical professional. No blood work is conducted at a screening.

Warning Signs of Skin Cancer

Prevent Skin Cancer. Learn more about the signs of skin cancer.

Warning Signs Of Skin Cancer

BASAL CELL CARCINOMA • Sometimes resembles noncancerous skin conditions such as psoriasis or eczema. • Might look like an open sore that bleeds, oozes, or crusts and remains open for a few weeks, only to heal up and then bleed again. • A reddish patch or irritated area, frequently occurring on the face, chest, shoulders, […]

Treatment of Melanoma Skin Cancer, by Stage

The type of treatment(s) your doctor recommends will depend on the stage and location of the melanoma and on your overall health. This section lists the options usually considered for each stage of melanoma.

Sushi: great impact on your skin

High levels of omega-3 fatty acids have been shown to decrease inflammation, and may reduce the risk of acne and other skin problems by decreasing insulin-like growth factor (IGF-1) and preventing hyperkeratinization of sebaceous follicles. Conditions such as atopic dermatitis and psoriasis have been shown to be positively affected by supplementation with omega-3s from fish […]

It is essential to keep skin protected and healthy – advice from dermatology clinic

It is essential to keep your skin protected and healthy. The warmer months can expose skin to potential damage, from sunburns to premature aging, and even skin cancer. At Quality Dermatology, we want to ensure we educate patients and their families how to enjoy the sun while maintaining skin’s health. As a dermatology specialist who […]