Warts…Not just caused by kissing frogs Warts are benign (non-cancerous) skin growths caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) infecting the top layers of the skin. Warts can grow on any part of the body and are contagious. They are spread by contact with the wart, or something that touched the wart. It is easier to catch the virus that causes […]
Skin Problems?
USF Health Dermatologist, Dr. Christopher Nelson is conducting Dermatology Research.
Call 813-974-2923 for more dermatology research information
Link to Gustuvas Sesquicentennial Award video https://gustavus.edu/alumni/video/ The Gustavus Adolphus College Board of Trustees has established an award in honor of the college’s Sesquicentennial anniversary to recognize individuals who have made a significant difference in the life of the college. The award, called “The Sesquicentennial Award,” acknowledges and pays tribute to living alumni, parents, friends, and retired faculty and staff […]
The common bed bugs, Cimex lectularius, is making a comeback. Transferred by travelers, it quickly sets up housekeeping in bedrooms. Adult bed bugs lay eggs in crevices such as in baseboards, walls, and beds. The nymphs develop through four stages as they develop over one to three months before they become adults. These nymphs require 10 to 20 blood meal […]
The common bedbug, Cimex lectularius, is making a comeback. Transferred by travelers, it quickly sets up housekeeping in bedrooms. Adults lay eggs in crevices such as in baseboards, walls, and beds. The nymphs develop through four stages as they develop over one to three months before they become adults. These nymphs require 10 to 20 blood meal feeds during their […]
http://www.orlandosentinel.com/news/os-mexican-beer-dermatitis-20101019,0,3828780.story
http://www.tampabay.com/news/health/article1102859.ece
Sunscreens prevent skin cancer. Some epidemiologic data suggest low levels of vitamin D may increase susceptibility to internal cancer as well as infection, hypertension and autoimmune disorders. Since the sun stimulates production of vitamin D precursors in the skin while sunscreens reduce production it is speculated some of us could be vitamin D deficient and thus at risk for these […]
‘USF Health Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery’.
Mystery Diagnosis Video When Diane’s legs turn black, doctors think they’ll have to amputate! Premiering Monday, March 8. Diane’s amazing story will take you on a roller coaster ride of emotions as she endures misdiagnoses and dismissals before finding an answer! FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PR Log (Press Release) – Feb 24, 2010 – Discovery Health’s popular show MYSTERY DIAGNOSIS will spotlight […]