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51. Hey i was just wondering im on antibiotics Minocycline (oral) for my acne, and im wanting a tattoo can i go ahead? the tattoo is on the inside of my bicep will that be ok? - kads from Perth
    There is no reason why you cannot proceed with your tattoo while you are on Minocycline.
    There is no reason why you cannot proceed with your tattoo while you are on Minocycline.
52. Are Basal Cell Carcinomas and Melanomas related to more widespread cancers within your body? - John from Jacksboro, TN
    People who have both basal cell carcinoma or malignant melanoma have been documented to have a higher risk of internal cancers meaning cancers elsewhe   » more
    People who have both basal cell carcinoma or malignant melanoma have been documented to have a higher risk of internal cancers meaning cancers elsewhere in their body. Melanoma certainly is at high risk to spread everywhere throughout the body, but people who have had melanomas have a higher risk of having other cancers such as breast cancer.    « less
53. I am a 54-year-old African American female. I have had no success trying to cure several whiteheads that have been on my forehead for several months. I have used ProActiv and a Mary Kay acne product. What do you suggest? (And if you can help me, are you in the BC/BS network?) Thank you. - Carolyn B. Minter from Knoxville, Tenn.
    Products generally are ineffective at removing whiteheads which are microcysts or milia unless there is some other condition which you misdiagnosing.    » more
    Products generally are ineffective at removing whiteheads which are microcysts or milia unless there is some other condition which you misdiagnosing. We generally extract these if removal is desired. Sometimes they will eventually resolve on their own.    « less
54. I have been told that I have extremely dry skin. I have used and still used several types of lotions multiple times per day. I have these red spots that almost look like clogged pores on my arms. Any suggestions? - dryarms from knoxville tn
    I would recommend trying Am-Lactin which is a lactic acid containing lotion which is available over-the-counter. This is the best over-the-counter lot   » more
    I would recommend trying Am-Lactin which is a lactic acid containing lotion which is available over-the-counter. This is the best over-the-counter lotion. If this is ineffective, there are some prescription products which can be helpful.   « less
55. Lately I have been having a problem where the skin on the top of both of my thighs close to my knees is breaking out with acne. It's only on my knees for some reason, and it seems to be surrounding hair follicles. It's been there for about a month. - matt from knoxville tn
    The condition you describe could certainly represent a condition that represents something called molluscum contagiosum. This is an infectious diseas   » more
    The condition you describe could certainly represent a condition that represents something called molluscum contagiosum. This is an infectious disease that usually gradually spreads within an area. Another possibility is a bacterial infection called folliculitis. I would recommend you have this evaluated to determine what is the best course of treatment to eradicate the condition.   « less
56. Can you treat keratosis pilaris without a prescription? Thank you. - Kathy from Kingston TN
    There is one FDA approved medication for this which is Salex which is a prescription; however, before this came out lactic acid preparations were the    » more
    There is one FDA approved medication for this which is Salex which is a prescription; however, before this came out lactic acid preparations were the most commonly used agents. Am-Lactin is one of these and that is available over-the-counter without a prescription. Also, 5% Lac-Hydrin is available over-the-counter; however, Am-Lactin should be more effective.   « less
57. I have dark circles under my eyes. They tend to get darker with allergies but are basically already there. I have heard that there are things dermatologists can do to reduce the darkness. I don't like to wear heavy makeup, so I would prefer a different solution. - Sarah K. from Knoxville, TN
    Our SkinCare Center has some very good products for the treatment of this. This is most cost effective way to address this issue.
    Our SkinCare Center has some very good products for the treatment of this. This is most cost effective way to address this issue.
58. I am 68 years old, and I have spent a lot of time in the sun. On top of my shoulders, I have about 50 square inches of irregular skin area which no longer tans (surrounding skin tans normally). Is there some type of treatment which can restore the even tanning of the shoulder area? - Larry from Alcoa, TN
    First, tanning is never good for you regardless of the amount you perform. However, loss of pigment in an area where abnormal skin can be a sign of o   » more
    First, tanning is never good for you regardless of the amount you perform. However, loss of pigment in an area where abnormal skin can be a sign of other skin conditions. Diseases such tinea versicolor and vitiligo can affect the coloration of your skin, also something called poikiloderma. Therefore, I would recommend you have an evaluation with somebody to determine the most effective course of action to improve your skin.   « less
59. I had a place on my face froze off. I was told it was not skin cancer.It was a brown spot, now it has returned. If it is an age spot, can it be removed? I am very conscious of this. - Anonymous from knoxville, Tn
    Yes, these can be removed. It might need to be reevaluated to make sure it is not cancerous, however, since it recurred.
    Yes, these can be removed. It might need to be reevaluated to make sure it is not cancerous, however, since it recurred.
60. Hello, I have had VERY thick toenails for about 7 years. These are my second toenails on both feet, and my third toe on one foot. I believe it is toenail fungus. The fungus is now affecting the growth of my second toes, as one of them is now growing somewhat sideways. The fungus is now just hard and has become part of the nail. I took Lamisil years ago, and did not see results. What are your recommendations for how to handle this problem? - Lauren from Knoxville, TN
    I would recommend a culture of your nails to see if there is fungus. This will allow you to know what treatment will be most effective for you. There   » more
    I would recommend a culture of your nails to see if there is fungus. This will allow you to know what treatment will be most effective for you. There are several different options.   « less

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