OVERVIEW Winter weather brings more than snow and cold spells—it can also wreak havoc on your skin, causing it to dry out, get flaky, and lose its summertime glow. These tips and skincare products recommended by a board-certified dermatologist can help you keep your skin looking young, supple, and

OVERVIEW A common cosmetic concern on your face, eye bags may refer to a change in pigmentation (dark circles), loose skin, or swelling under your eyes. Puffy under eye bags can occur if you have sinus congestion, an allergic reaction, or due to a high-salt diet. While not a concern for your physical

Trichomonas is a sexually transmitted infection caused by a parasite called Trichomonas vaginalis. Symptoms include yellow-green vaginal discharge with odor, vulvar itching, burning with urination, pain with intercourse, lower abdominal cramping, and spotting after intercourse. However, up to 85% of

OVERVIEW Also known as chemoexfoliation, chemical peels are popular cosmetic procedures that exfoliate and rejuvenate your skin. Depending on your aesthetic needs, chemical peels come in three main types: light, medium, or deep, with deeper chemical peels making use of stronger chemical agents to treat

OVERVIEW Appearing on your legs, both varicose veins and spider veins can not only affect your outward appearance, but their presence can also signify health problems in your body. A board-certified dermatologist can help—minimally invasive treatments are available to reduce or eliminate varicose and

Urinary tract infections are common in pregnancy and include cystitis (infection of the bladder) and pyelonephritis (infection of the kidney). Asymptomatic bacteriuria (ASB) is the finding of bacteria in the urinary tract without signs or symptoms of infection. In pregnancy, urinary tract infections

OVERVIEW Uneven skin tone happens when areas of your skin are lighter or darker than other parts. It affects your skin's overall pigmentation due to a pigment known as melanin. Disruption or damage to melanin-producing cells leads to changes in skin tone. Areas of patches that are darker have too much

OVERVIEW Regret getting your last ink? You're not alone—according to WebMD, approximately 25% of people with tattoos experience regret after getting one. If you're looking for a way to remove your unwanted tattoo, talking to a board-certified dermatologist can help. Laser tattoo removal to remove tattoos

Urinary incontinence is the accidental involuntary leakage of urine. Being able to hold ones urine depends on the normal function of the bladder and urethra as well as normal neurologic reflexes. It also depends on the functional and cognitive ability to urinate voluntarily. When there is a problem in

UTI stands for urinary tract infection and is a common infection in women. The urinary tract consists of an upper portion (kidneys and ureters) and a lower portion (bladder and urethra). UTIs usually start in the lower tract when bacteria enters the urethra (bladder opening) and infects the bladder leading

Uterine prolapse occurs when the pelvic muscle weakens and cannot support the weight of the uterus. This allows the uterus to drop into the vagina or through the vaginal opening. It is a common condition that affects nearly half of women between the ages 50 and 79. Disclaimer: The information on this

A VBAC, or vaginal birth after cesarean section, occurs when a patient has a vaginal delivery after having had a C-section in a previous pregnancy. Before this is completed, the attempt for the vaginal delivery is called a TOLAC, or trial of labor after cesarean section. There are both risks and benefits

Vaginal candidiasis is also known as a yeast infection. It is caused by a fungus called Candida. The infection occurs when the balance of bacteria and yeast in the vagina is altered and the yeast overgrow and cause symptoms. These symptoms include redness, itching and burning of the area outside the

OVERVIEW Aging, childbirth, and a change in hormone levels can all affect the vagina and your sexual health. If this is beginning to impact your overall quality of life, scheduling an appointment with a board-certified dermatologist to discuss the options for vaginal rejuvenation can help. What is Vaginal

Vaginismus is a recurrent spasm of the outer third of the vagina that interferes with with sexual intercourse, tampon placement, and gynecologic exam. It occurs in 5-15 % of women and is characterized by both psychological and physical factors. Disclaimer: The information on this website is provided

Vaginitis is inflammation and/or infection of the vagina. Symptoms can include irritation, odor, itch, and discharge. Vaginitis can be associated with douching, vaginal washes, sexual activity, and other risk factors. The most common causes of vaginitis are bacterial vaginosis, vulvovaginal candidiasis,