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Patrick Bitter, Sr.
- San Francisco, California
- University of Groningen
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Cancerous?
Cellular blue nevi are not often malignant. You could get it biopsied and this would give all family members peace of mind.
Dr. Bitter, Sr.
Dr. Bitter, Sr.
How to treat burned lips?
Lower lip changes are often from long-term sun exposure and can be actinic cheilitis that sometimes can become squamous cell carcinoma. Your degree of change should be easy to READ MORE
Lower lip changes are often from long-term sun exposure and can be actinic cheilitis that sometimes can become squamous cell carcinoma. Your degree of change should be easy to treat. See your dermatologist. Liquor probably not a factor.
Toenail issue?
Separation of a toe nail often comes from some type of injury. It isn't always black and blue. Protect the nail, keep it short, and a new nail should grow out and most likely be READ MORE
Separation of a toe nail often comes from some type of injury. It isn't always black and blue. Protect the nail, keep it short, and a new nail should grow out and most likely be normal.
Ringworm?
A short course of anti fungal medication gives a higher cure rate and reduces risk of infection to others faster
How do dermatologists remove blackheads?
After proper preparation of the face they are removed usually by an instrument called a comedone extractor. Less often suction is used
Is Mohs surgery painful?
Mohs surgery is no more painful than most other types of skin surgery. Local anesthesia is injected making the procedural priority. The procedure can however be somewhat long READ MORE
Mohs surgery is no more painful than most other types of skin surgery. Local anesthesia is injected making the procedural priority. The procedure can however be somewhat long in duration
Does popping pimples cause acne scars?
It is not without risk of scarring
Seborrheic dermatitis?
If seborrheic dermatitis is the true dx, then treatment of the underlying condition is paramount. Start with a good shampoo (Rx or over the counter type such as Head and Shoulders READ MORE
If seborrheic dermatitis is the true dx, then treatment of the underlying condition is paramount. Start with a good shampoo (Rx or over the counter type such as Head and Shoulders or other zinc shampoo). Treat both the scalp and forehead with frequent shampooing. The rash on the forehead will also clear more rapidly with use of OTC cortisone cream as needed for short periods of time.
Do chemical peels remove blackheads?
Not usually, cp's may remove the black top. The remainder may need to be removed with an extractor. Chemical peels do make it easier and do work in prevention of future black heads. READ MORE
Not usually, cp's may remove the black top. The remainder may need to be removed with an extractor. Chemical peels do make it easier and do work in prevention of future black heads.
Are pore cleansing masks safe for sensitive skin?
It usually depends on the product, degree of sensitivity of the skin, and the skill of the provider.
What can I do about my dry skin?
Moisturizer, avoid hot and long showers, avoid excessively dry environments.
What could be causing hair loss?
Many causes, but far and away male patter baldness is the most common cause.
What is the best topical cream for acne?
It depends on the type of acne. Retin A remains one of the best topical meds.
What foods to avoid if you have eczema?
This remains very trial and error
What is the best product for shrinking pores?
Retin A remains as one of the best products at reducing pore size when the pores are stretched due to black heads. However photo facial is one of the best treatments when pores READ MORE
Retin A remains as one of the best products at reducing pore size when the pores are stretched due to black heads. However photo facial is one of the best treatments when pores dilate with age
How can I treat fungus between my toes?
Assuming you have the right diagnosis, there are many excellent OTC anti-fungal creams available. Keep area dry and wipe thoroughly after bathing. Results should begin in just READ MORE
Assuming you have the right diagnosis, there are many excellent OTC anti-fungal creams available. Keep area dry and wipe thoroughly after bathing. Results should begin in just a few days. Other possible DX's are eczema, intertrigo, psoriasis, contact dermatitis, etc.
Good luck.
Good luck.
What causes acne on the back?
Most commonly it is due to sweating and is common in persons who frequent the gym and are unable to shower after working out
Can swimming in the ocean cause whiteheads?
Not in the spring or early usually, but exposure to a lot of sun can especially if one has had little previous exposure such as first or early exposurein the Spring etc. Sometimes READ MORE
Not in the spring or early usually, but exposure to a lot of sun can especially if one has had little previous exposure such as first or early exposurein the Spring etc. Sometimes excessive sweating clogs the sweat ducts and causes these bumps. Cool compresses help!
What pockmark treatments don't use lasers?
Acne-induced ice pick scars don't respond well to lasers.
