Dry Skin Center - Rockville, MD
Rockville 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 Rockville * Joseph M Porres MD  Robert I Horowitz MD  Greater Washington Dermatology  Greater Washington Dermatology  Walter J Giblin MD  Matthew & Robert Katz MDs  Matthew & Robert Katz MDs  Comprehensive Dermatology PC  Elizabeth A Liotta MD  Samuel S Norvell Jr. MD  Hema A Sundaram MD PA  Sheldon K Gottlieb MD  Dermatology & Clinical Skin Care Center  Drs Jaffe O'Neill & Lindgren MD PA  Dermatology & Clinical Skin Care Center  Drs Jaffe O'Neill & Lindgren MD PA  Skin Cancer Surgery Ctr  Drs Jaffe O'Neill & Lindgren MD PA  Dermatology & Clinical Skin Care Center  Dermatology & Clinical Skin Care Center  Dermatology & Clinical Skin Care Center  Ronald N Shore MD  Skin Cancer Surgery Ctr  Skin Cancer Surgery Ctr  Stephen W White MD  Dermatology & Clinical Skin Care Center  Advanced Dermatology & Cosmetic Center LLC  Brown & Canning MDs  Brown & Canning MDs  NIH Dermatology Branch  National Naval Medical Center Dermatology  Leonard C Sperling MD  Ronald B Prussick MD PC  Berk Yeager & Keahey MDs  Roni W Ford MD  Berk Yeager & Keahey MDs  Berk Yeager & Keahey MDs  DiGiovanna & Peck MDs  David Green MD  DiGiovanna & Peck MDs  Derm Associates PC  Derm Associates PC  Derm Associates PC  Brenda J Berberian MD  Richard J Castiello MD  Robert J Carnathan MD CHTD  Leonard Cutler MD  Daniel L Dellatorre MD  Leonard Cutler MD  Shelly Hall MD  Lynn McKinley-Grant MD  Laurence H Miller MD PA  Margaret O'Neill MD  Leonard Cutler MD  Dermatology & Skin Cancer Center  Purnima Sau MD  Leon E Brown MD  Bethesda Dermatopathology Lab  Ronald A Katz MD  David A Spott MD  Cylburn E Soden MD  Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery Associates PC  Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery Associates PC  Anita L Henderson MD  Melanie L Adams MD PA  Columbia Dermatology Center  Stephen R Damm MD  Marvin Chadab MD  Donald R Frisby MD  Thuy V Nguyen MD  Kaiser Permanente Medical Center Largo  Barbara C Williamson MD  Dermatology & Advanced Skin Care  Dermatology & Advanced Skin Care  Dermatology & Advanced Skin Care  Carolyn J Pass MD  Frederick N Pearson MD  Lawrence R Feldman MD  Robyn F James MD  Allison Linquist MD  Valerie D Callender MD  Debra A Coats-Walton MD  Drs Ford & Yeager  Warner & VanMeter MDs PA  Warner & VanMeter MDs PA  Lynda M Crawford MD  Center for Dermatology & Skin Care of Maryland  David Strobel MD  Robinson & Max Dermatology PA  Clinical Associates PA Reisterstown  Clinical Associates PA Reisterstown  Dermatology Laser Center  Charlotte Modly MD  Risa Jampel MD PA  Irving D Wolfe MD  Robert S Berger MD  Jeffrey G Middleton MD  Emanuel H Silverstein MD PA  William Dvorine MD  Barbara K Honig Rockville, MarylandUpcoming Local Events2012-06-02
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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 SkinSjögren's syndrome facts
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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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