People around the world develop ringworm, and anyone can get it. Your risk of getting ringworm increases if you: If you are HIV-positive and get ringworm, however, the ringworm can be more severe and ...

Although your thyroid gland sits deep in your neck, your dermatologist may be the first doctor to notice signs of thyroid disease. That’s because many signs and symptoms of thyroid disease develop on ...

Do you know that some sunscreens can prevent sunburn, reduce your risk of getting skin cancer, and help prevent early signs of skin aging? This infographic tells you how to choose a sunscreen that ...

Merkel cell carcinoma signs and symptomsGrow quickly: It usually becomes noticeably bigger in a few weeks to months. Be pink, red, or purple Feel painless Develop on the head or neck: While it can ...

Learning that you have melanoma, the most serious type of skin cancer, can make it difficult to hear anything else your doctor says. After leaving the office, you may wonder what happens next. While ...

Molluscum contagiosum is generally a harmless skin infection. You’ll often see small, firm bumps on the skin. Mollusca (the bumps) rarely appear on the palms or the soles, but you can get them in the ...

If your dermatologist tells you that you have a precancerous skin growth, it means one thing. Your skin has been badly damaged by the sun, indoor tanning, or both. The good news is that it’s not too ...

10 ways to prevent spreading the infection to others (and to other parts of your body) Avoid direct skin-to-skin contact with others. Skin-to-skin contact spreads impetigo. It should be avoided until ...

How to care for your skin during radiation therapy Radiation therapy plays an important role in treating cancer. However, it can also produce some uncomfortable or even painful side effects on the ...

Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that can spread quickly. When melanoma starts to spread, it often travels to a lymph node near the melanoma first. Having a sentinel lymph node biopsy (SLNB) can tell ...

The American Academy of Dermatology gratefully acknowledges the support from Regeneron. If you find a spot on your skin that you think could be a skin cancer, an accurate diagnosis and treatment are ...

Do you feel you’ve tried just about everything to get rid of your acne but still see blemishes? Learn how to treat your acne and when to seek a dermatologist for treatment.