Looking for information on sunscreen? Visit the Academy's Sun Protection Resource Center. Seeking shade, wearing sun-protective clothing — including a lightweight and long-sleeved shirt, pants, a wide ...

How do dermatologists diagnose molluscum contagiosum? A board-certified dermatologist can often diagnose this condition by looking at the bumps on your skin. For most patients, that’s all that’s ...

It’s a time to pay attention to your skin, learn about skin care, and adopt habits that can lead to a lifetime of healthier skin, hair, and nails. The AAD launched the first National Healthy Skin ...

Whenever your skin is injured—whether by accident or from surgery — your body works to repair the wound. As your skin heals, a scar may form, as this is a natural part of the healing process. The ...

A type of skin cancer, melanoma is often called the “most serious skin cancer” because it can spread from the skin to other parts of the body. If you find a spot on your skin that could be skin cancer ...

How do dermatologists diagnose molluscum contagiosum? A board-certified dermatologist can often diagnose this condition by looking at the bumps on your skin. For most patients, that’s all that’s ...

If you have keloid-prone skin, you cannot always prevent a keloid. By taking precautions, you may reduce your risk of getting a keloid. Here are four common causes of keloids and what dermatologists ...

Rosacea patient before and after 2 laser treatments: After treatment (right), the many tiny blood vessels on this patient’s cheek cleared. If you have rosacea, laser or light therapy may be a part of ...

If you’ve already read “What exactly is a birthmark?,” you already know birthmarks come in many shapes and sizes. Here you’ll see what the different types of birthmarks can look like. What it looks ...

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 ...

If you find a spot or growth on your skin that you think could be a melanoma, don’t delay making an appointment to see a board-certified dermatologist. When caught early, melanoma is highly treatable.

Go to urgent care or your nearest emergency room. Swelling in any one of these areas can cause problems breathing or swallowing, which can come up quickly. Some people also develop deep swelling ...