Welcome to my channel! Hopefully this channel will show you a "window into my world" as a dermatologist. I'd like to educate you about different diseases of the skin, hair, and nails, and give you some skin care advice as well. Along the way, you will still see your favorites, what has become my "bread and butter" so to speak: pimples popped, blackheads extracted, cysts and lipomas excised.
Hope you enjoy, learn a little about dermatology and how to take better care of your skin, and thank you so much for watching !
This video may contain dermatologic surgical and/or procedural content. The content seen in this video is provided only for medical education purposes and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
What are Blackheads ?
Blackheads are small bumps that appear on the skin due to blockage of the hair follicles. These bumps are called "black spots" because the surface has a dark or black appearance. Blackheads are a mild form of acne that usually form on the face .
What are Acne ?
Acne is a long-term skin disease that occurs when hair follicles become clogged with dead skin cells and oil from the skin. Acne is characterized by areas of blackheads, whiteheads, pimples, and greasy skin, and may result in scarring. The resulting appearance can lead to anxiety, reduced self-esteem and, in extreme cases, depression or thoughts of suicide .
what are pimple ?
A pimple, zit or spot is a kind of comedo and one of the many results of excess oil getting trapped in the pores. Some of the varieties are pustules or papules Pimples can be treated by various acne medications prescribed by a physician, or purchased at a pharmacy with a wide variety of treatments .
