Lake Washington Dermatology

Acne is not a problem just for teenagers, but can affect many adults as well. The cause of acne is multi-factorial. Blocked pores by aberrant keratinization, hormonal changes, bacteria overgrowth can all contribute to acne. The good news is that acne is treatable. For more information about acne, check out the American Academy of Dermatology web site on acne.

Eczema or atopic dermatitis commonly appears within the first few months of life. Most affected children will outgrow it eventually. If left untreated, however, severe eczema can affect the growth and development of the affected child. Eczema can affect adults as well. It can be associated with asthma and allergies. For more information, check out the American Academy of Dermatology web site for eczema.

Rosacea is more common among Northern European descent although it can affect people of all races and ethnicities. Facial flushing and blushing, acne-like bumps, persistent redness, and dilated veins are common symptoms and signs of rosacea. For more information, check out the American Academy of Dermatology web site on rosacea.

Skin Cancer

Basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma are the most common types of skin cancer treated by dermatologists. Ultraviolet light radiation has been linked to all three types of skin cancer. Close surveillance and early detection are the key for successfully treating skin cancer before it spreads. For more updated information on skin cancer surveillance and and prevention, check out the American Academy of Dermatology web site on skin cancer.

Botox^® Cosmetic is approved by the FDA to treat the vertical lines between the brows. It has also been used successfully to treat horizontal lines on the forehead, "crows feet", "bunny nose", and lines around the mouth and lips. For more information, check out the Allergan web site from the manufacture of Botox. 

Restylane is a dermal filler product that has been approved by the FDA to correct moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds. For more information, check out the official Restylane web site for more information.

Spider Veins

Spider veins can be treated with sclerotherapy by injecting a solution that will cause them to disappear. For more information, check out the American Academy of Dermatology web site on sclerotherapy.

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