Dry Skin Center - Akron, OH
Akron Dermatologist Doctors for Dry SkinType of Physician: Dermatologist What is a Dermatologist? A certification by the Board of Dermatology; practitioners treat pediatric and adult patients with disorders of the skin, mouth, hair and nails as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. They also have expertise in the care of normal skin, the prevention of skin diseases and cancers, and in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars. Specialty: Dermatology Common Name: Skin Doctor Dermatologist Doctors in Akron * Gary D Lichten MD  Eliot N Mostow MD  Falls Family Practice Inc  Curtis W Hawkins MD  Robert E Marsico MD  Tri County Dermatology  Tri County Dermatology  Khan Dermatologist  University Dermatologists Inc  University Dermatologists Inc  University Dermatologists Inc  Hudson Dermatology  Lizabeth Powers MD  Bayless-Pathmark Inc  Bayless-Pathmark Inc  North Canton Medical Foundation  Northcoast Dermatology Associates Inc  Advanced Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery Center  Northcoast Dermatology Associates Inc  Northcoast Dermatology Associates Inc  Mark W Berbaum MD  Guillermo R Sicard MD  Guillermo R Sicard MD  North Canton Medical Foundation  Family Medicine Inc  Phoenix Dermatology  Dermatology Partners Inc  Cynthia P Huang MD  New Horizons Dermatology  Michael G Mancuso MD  Rohit Prakash MD  Dominic Tam MD  Cleveland Clinic Independence Family Health  University Dermatologists Inc  University Dermatologists Inc  Trillium Creek Dermatology Inc  Trillium Creek Dermatology Inc  Trillium Creek Dermatology Inc  University Dermatologists Inc  Cleveland Clinic Chagrin Falls Family Practice Clinic  Rolf F Miller MD  Cleveland Clinic Chagrin Falls Family Practice Clinic  Litt & Blumenthal MDs Inc  Cleveland Clinic Strongsville  Litt & Blumenthal MDs Inc  Dermatology & Laser Specialists Inc  MetroHealth at the Cortlands  UHMG Dermatology  Beno Michel MD Inc  Beno Michel MD Inc  MetroHealth at the Cortlands  Robert Brody MD  MetroHealth Strongsville Medical Group  UHMG Dermatology  MetroHealth Center for Community Health  Mark J LeVine MD  Robert G Corwin MD  Judith M Andreano MD  MetroHealth Medical Center Dermatology  MetroHealth Medical Center Dermatology  MetroHealth Medical Center Dermatology  MetroHealth Medical Center Dermatology  Haber Dermatology  MetroHealth Medical Center Dermatology  Cleveland Clinic Beachwood Dermatology  Cleveland Clinic Beachwood Dermatology  Cleveland Clinic Beachwood Dermatology  MetroHealth Medical Center Dermatology  MetroHealth Medical Center Dermatology  Cleveland Clinic Beachwood Dermatology  University Dermatologists Inc  University Dermatologists Inc  University Dermatologists Inc  University Dermatologists Inc  University Dermatologists Inc  Associates in Dermatology Inc  Associates in Dermatology Inc  Associates in Dermatology Inc  Cleveland Clinic Art & Medicine  R Bennett Eppes MD  Cleveland Clinic Main Campus Dermatology  UHMG Dermatology  UHMG Dermatology  Cleveland Clinic Main Campus Dermatology  UHMG Dermatology  Cleveland Clinic Main Campus Dermatology  UHMG Dermatology  UHMG Dermatology  Cleveland Clinic Main Campus Dermatology  UHMG Dermatology  Cleveland Clinic Main Campus Dermatology  Cleveland Clinic Main Campus Dermatology  UHMG Dermatology  Apra Sood MD  UHMG Dermatology  Cleveland Clinic Main Campus Dermatology  Cleveland Clinic Main Campus Dermatology  Cleveland Clinic Main Campus Dermatology  UHMG Dermatology  Cleveland Skin Pathology Laboratory Akron, OhioAkron is a city in the U.S. state of Ohio and the county seat of Summit County. The city is located in northeastern Ohio along the Cuyahoga River between Cleveland to the north and Canton to the south. It was founded in 1825 at the highest point of the Ohio and Erie Canal, and would become a manufacturing center initially due to its location along both the Ohio and Erie and the western end of the Pennsylvania and Ohio Canals. During the late 19th and early 20th century the city grew into a boom town due to the emergence of the rubber industry, earning the nickname "Rubber Capital of the World," and being a pioneer in numerous other industries. After the decline of heavy manufacturing and the loss of many of the rubber companies beginning in the 1960s, the city's industry has since diversified to include research, financial, and high-tech sectors. Upcoming Local Events2012-05-27
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Dry SkinWhat is dry skin?Dry skin is a very common skin condition characterized by abnormal or excessive dryness of skin. While dry skin tends to affect males and females equally, older individuals are typically much more prone to dry skin. The skin in elderly individuals tends to have diminishing amounts of natural skin oils and lubricants. Areas such as the arms, hands, and particularly lower legs tend to be more affected by dry skin. Dry skin is also known as xeroderma. Dry skin may be a mild, temporary condition lasting a few days to weeks. Dry skin may also become a more severe, long-term skin problem for some. Symptoms of dry skin include discomfort from skin tightness and itching. In addition, external factors such as weather can affect the severity of skin dryness. For example, cold or dry air and winter weather can worsen dry skin. Individuals whose occupations require more frequent hand-washing and sanitizing may experience dry skin more often. Dry skin may also be a side effect of some medications or a symptom from an underlying physiological disorder, like an overactive or underactive thyroid gland or Sjogren's syndrome. Skin is normally covered by sebum, which is the natural oil product of sebaceous glands. Sebum helps to prevent skin dehydration. When the skin's fatty oils are stripped away, the skin loses its protection and loses moisture more easily. As skin becomes dry, it also may become more sensitive and prone to rashes and skin breakdown. This condition is sometimes referred to as xerosis. Dry skin may be an entirely invisible skin condition, or may cause a fine dry powder-like appearance of the skin. Untreated, dry skin may become irritated and result in a red rash (xerodermatitis). Simple prevention and treatment measures are very effective in the treatment of dry skin. Basic dry skin prevention steps include avoidance of harsh soaps and chemical cleansers. Treatment generally requires more frequent and r... Recommended Reading Related to Dry SkinWhat is a skin tag?Skin tags are common, acquired, benign skin growths that look like a small piece of soft, hanging skin. Skin tags are harmless growths. Some individuals may be more prone to tags (greater than 50-100 tags) either through increased weight, in part combined with heredity, or other unknown causes. Males and females are equally prone to developing skin tags. Obesity and being moderately overweight (even temporary increases in weight) dramatically increase the chances of having skin tags. Women of normal weight with larger breasts are also more prone to developing skin tags under their breasts. Some small tags spontaneously rub or fall off painlessly and the person may not even know they had a skin tag. Most tags do not fall off on their own and persist once formed. The medical name for skin tag is acrochordon. Skin tags are bits of skin- or flesh-colored tissue that project from the surrounding skin from a small, narrow stalk. Some people ca... Other Related Dry Skin ArticlesEmergency Contact for Akron
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Rash
- The word "rash" means an outbreak of red bumps on the body. The way people use this term, "a rash" can refer to many different skin conditions. The most common of these are scaly patches of skin and red, itchy bumps or patches all over the place.
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Skin Tag
- A skin tag is a small benign growth of skin that projects from the surrounding skin. Skin tags can vary in appearance (smooth, irregular, flesh colored, dark pigment, raised). Skin tags generally do not cause symptoms unless repeatedly irritated. Treatment for skin tag varies depending on the location on the body.
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Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism is any state in which thyroid hormone production is below normal. Normally, the rate of thyroid hormone production is controlled by the brain at the pituitary. Hypothyroidism is a very common condition and the symptoms of hypothyroidism are often subtle.
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Athlete's Foot
- Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) is a skin infection caused by the ringworm fungus. Symptoms include itching, burning, cracking, peeling, and bleeding feet. Treatment involves keeping the feet dry and clean, wearing shoes that can breathe, and using medicated powders to keep your feet dry.
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Psoriasis
- Psoriasis is a long-term skin condition that may cause large plaques of red, raised skin, flakes of dry skin, and skin scales. There are several types of psoriasis, including psoriasis vulgaris, guttate psoriasis, inverse psoriasis, and pustular psoriasis. Symptoms vary depending on the type of psoriasis the patient has. Treatment of psoriasis may include creams, lotions, oral medications, injections and infusions of biologics, and light therapy. There is no cure for psoriasis.
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Diabetes (Type 1 and Type 2)
- Diabetes mellitus is a chronic condition characterized by high levels of sugar (glucose) in the blood. The two types of diabetes are referred to as type 1 (insulin dependent) and type 2 (non-insulin dependent). Symptoms of diabetes include increased urine output, thirst, hunger, and fatigue. Treatment of diabetes depends on the type.
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Hyperthyroidism
- Hyperthyroidism is an excess of thyroid hormone resulting from an overactive thyroid gland. Symptoms can include increased heart rate, weight loss, depression, and cognitive slowing. Treatment is by medication, the use of radioactive iodine, thyroid surgery, or reducing the dose of thyroid hormone.
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Itching
- Itching can be a common problem. Itches can be localized or generalized. There are many causes of itching to include: infection (jock itch, vaginal itch), disease (hyperthyroidism, liver or kidney), reactions to drugs, and skin infestations (pubic or body lice). Treatment for itching varies depending on the cause of the itch.
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Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren's syndrome is an autoimmune disease involving the abnormal production of extra antibodies that attack the glands and connective tissue. Sjögren's syndrome with gland inflammation (resulting dry eyes and mouth, etc.) that is not associated with another connective tissue disease is referred to as primary Sjögren's syndrome. Sjögren's syndrome that is also associated with a connective tissue disease, such as rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, or scleroderma, is referred to as secondary Sjögren's syndrome. Though there is no cure for Sjögren's syndrome, the symptoms may be treated by using lubricating eye ointments, drinking plenty of water, humidifying the air, and using glycerin swabs. Medications are also available to treat dry eye and dry mouth.
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Thyroid Disease
- There are many types of thyroid disease. Some occur due to the function of the thyroid itself such as hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, etc. Some causes of thyroid disease occur due to problems with the structure of the thyroid gland such as goiters, thyroid nodules, and thyroid cancer. Treatment of thyroid disease depends on the cause of the disease.
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