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Gardasil Vaccine and Dermatology: The Unexpected Connection

Gardasil Vaccine and Dermatology: The Unexpected Connection

Gardasil Vaccine and Improved Skin Health While the primary focus of the Gardasil vaccine is to prevent HPV-related cancers, research has uncovered a link between the vaccine and improved skin health. This connection lies in the fact that some HPV strains are also...
Warts are Stubborn and Wart Treatments Take A Long Time

Warts are Stubborn and Wart Treatments Take A Long Time

Wart Treatments Require Patience Fact: The Treatments Take A Long Time Warts are a common skin condition caused by a virus called human papillomavirus (HPV). While they are not usually harmful, they can be unsightly and cause discomfort. Many people seek treatment for...
Actinic Keratosis – What is it?  How is it treated at Apollo Dermatology?

Actinic Keratosis – What is it? How is it treated at Apollo Dermatology?

Actinic keratosis, also known as solar keratosis, are precancerous growths that appear on the skin as rough, scaly patches. They are caused by prolonged exposure to UV rays from the sun or tanning beds. There are several treatment options available for actinic...
Merkel Cell Carcinoma

Merkel Cell Carcinoma

What is Merkel Cell Carcinoma (MCC)? Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is a rare type of skin cancer. It is so named because it starts when cells in the skin called Merkel cells begin to grow out of control. MCC grows quickly and can be difficult to treat if it spreads...
Squamous Cell Carcinoma (Squamous Cell Skin Cancer)

Squamous Cell Carcinoma (Squamous Cell Skin Cancer)

Squamous cell carcinomas are the second most common skin cancers in the world. Although men are more likely to develop these skin cancers, thousands of women develop them squamous cell carcinomas yearly as well. It most often presents in the latter half of life....
Basal Cell Carcinoma (Basal Cell Skin Cancer)

Basal Cell Carcinoma (Basal Cell Skin Cancer)

Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC) is the most common skin cancer and also the most common cancer in humans. Approximately 2 million Americans are diagnosed with Basal Cell Carcinoma every single year. Basal Cell Carcinoma is more often found in men than women and over the...