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Everything You Need to Know About Impetigo

Impetigo is a common, superficial, bacterial skin infection characterized by honey-colored crusted scabs and open sores. At times, it... Read More

Everything You Need to Know About Shingles

Shingles is caused by the varicella-zoster virus(VZV), the same virus that causes chickenpox. It is a viral infection that... Read More

Rhinophyma: Symptoms and Treatments

Rhinophyma is a skin condition affecting the nose in which the skin is thickened and the sebaceous (oil) glands... Read More
Close-up of closed eyelids showing xanthelasma plaques, used by Siperstein Dermatology to illustrate surgical and non-surgical removal options.

Xanthelasma Removal: Surgical and Non-Surgical Options

Xanthelasma is a harmless yellow bump above or below your eyelid. It is a buildup of cholesterol deposits under... Read More
A dermatologist wearing blue gloves injects Botox into a woman’s forehead as she sits calmly in a treatment chair. Text reads “Five Surprising Places to Inject Botox.”

Five Surprising Places to Inject Botox

Botox is a brand name for Botulinum toxin type A, a neurotoxin produced by bacteria Clostridium botulinum and processed into powder... Read More
Siperstein Dermatology Child Dermatologist

When Should I Take My Child To The Dermatologist?

Parenthood comes with daily questions about how best to care for your child.  From potty training, to extracurricular activities,... Read More
Dark Under Eye Circles

Dark Circles Around The Eyes – How to Treat and Prevent Them

Overview:  Aging, genetics, fatigue and more can all cause dark circles under your eyes. But they usually aren’t a... Read More
A woman scratching her upper back, which shows red, irritated skin, with the text “Skin Manifestations of Leukemias and Lymphomas” at the top and the Siperstein Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery logo at the bottom.

Skin Manifestations of Leukemias and Lymphomas

A skin rash can develop for many reasons, most of which are unrelated to cancer. Even so, a rash... Read More
Close-up image of a microscope with a gloved hand placing a glass slide beneath the lens. Text reads “There’s Fungus Among Us!” with the Siperstein Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery logo at the bottom.

There’s Fungus Among Us!

That’s right… there is fungus among us! Fungi are organisms that live in soil, water, vegetation, animals and humans.... Read More
Alopecia Areata

A Simple Guide to Alopecia

What is Alopecia Areata (AA)?  Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune disease characterized by hair loss on the scalp, face,... Read More