Face, neck, chest, back, shoulders, upper arms and buttocks are the parts of the body where acne is more prone to appear. Dr. Deborah Longwill, Dermatologist with Baptist Health South Florida, explains sometimes people can confuse acne with a type of eczema called keratosis pilaris. The specialist affirms acne is more prevalent in men.
Hormones and genetics are very important components of acne, explains Dr. Deborah Longwill, Dermatologist with Baptist Health South Florida. She describes certain type of hormones, such as cortisol, can cause the gland proliferate and the bacteria gets into the skin and causes the infection. Milk, chocolate, humid climates, some topical treatments, manipulation and some foods […]
Changing hormone levels, taking certain medicines, wearing greasy makeup and heredity are factors that can cause acne. Natalie Suarez, Physician Assistant at Sunset Dermatology, explains the difference between teen acne and adult acne: “When teenagers are getting acne, puberty is playing a big role in that, but when an adult presents with acne and they […]
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Eating disorders are most likely to occur during life transitions. Dr. Melissa Spann, Psychotherapist and Executive Director with Oliver-Pyatt Centers, explains why eating disorders hit especially teenagers and how social media exacerbate the situation.
What are the sad numbers about teenagers, vaping and nicotine? Why nicotine is a harmful substance for your health? Dr. Keith Jamal Robinson, Pulmonologist with Baptist Health South Florida, and Maureen Lintner, Pulmonary Disease Coordinator with South Miami Hospital, explain why vaping is just another way to inhale nicotine.
Going to college can put a teenager under a lot of pressure, because it’s a radical change in his life, according to Psychotherapists Amy Exum and Graciela Jimenez. They consider that a lot of things start happening, like a new style of teaching and grades, new professors to deal with, new friends, and teens can […]
