Patients of all ages can develop a troublesome skin condition known as acne. Acne is a problem that is often associated with teenagers, but can actually be a problem for both children and older adults. There are various types of acne that may develop, and with a proper diagnosis, many patients can find relief from …
Do you find yourself sweating more than normal? Do you sweat even when you’re cold? Are you ruining your clothes due to excessive underarm sweat that can’t be controlled with over-the-counter antiperspirants? If this sounds like you, you may be diagnosed with a condition called hyperhidrosis. Hyperhidrosis is a chronic problem that can affect anyone …
Warts. When patients hear the word “wart,” the often picture witches during Halloween with one or more warts on the nose. However, warts can affect anyone at any age, any gender, and any ethnicity. A wart is a growth that is not cancerous and is caused by HPV, or the “human papillomavirus.” They are extremely …
Do you want to improve your skin’s appearance, but unsure what to do? Patients who have a wide range of skin concerns may want to ask the team at Florida Westcoast Skin and Cancer Center in Tampa, Florida about the benefits of certain cosmetic treatments such as the HydraFacial. What is a HydraFacial? HydraFacial is …
Dr. Michael Scannon and the associates at Florida Westcoast Skin and Cancer Center see a wide range of dermatology concerns in their office. Patients who are struggling with the diagnosis of vitiligo are often discouraged when they find out vitiligo cannot be cured. What is vitiligo? Vitiligo is a condition that occurs on the skin …
Masks play a crucial part in protecting yourselves and others during the Covid-19 pandemic. However, your face mask may also affect your skin adversely, causing issues like peeling, acne rashes and itchiness. We recommend these 5 tips to help you avoid breakouts and other issues from developing under your mask. Cleanse and moisturize your face …
At the Florida West Coast Skin and Cancer Center, patients of the community of Tampa, FL have access to a selection of services that can aesthetically improve their skin and body. Laser hair removal has become a popular treatment for both men and women struggling with unwanted or thick hair on certain areas of the …
Every day, according to the American Academy of Dermatology, over 9,000 individuals are diagnosed with skin cancer. Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers prevalent in the United States. While we often hear of adults being diagnosed later in life due to exposure over the years, we rarely hear about skin cancer developing …
This summer, we’re all trying to find balance between taking precaution and maintaining a sense of normalcy. So we’d like to offer you some tips and reasonable measures that we as dermatologists apply in our professional and daily lives that we feel might be of benefit to you. Request Appointment Maintain your distance. Be mindful …
If you have age spots or “liver spots” that are present on the skin, you may be dealing with a condition known as lentigo. This common skin condition is seen at Florida Westcoast Skin and Cancer Center regularly and continues to be a concern for many patients. These spots that appear on the skin are …
