Poison Ivy and Poison Oak Treatment

There are some lucky people who don’t get poison ivy or oak. If you’re like me, you do. Here are some poison plant pointers:

Ivy block cream prevents poison ivy or oak, but only if it is applied 15 minutes before exposure. It doesn’t work after you’ve been exposed.

The intensely itchy, sometimes frighteningly-bubbly rash is . . . → Read More: Poison Ivy and Poison Oak Treatment

Blue Light Therapy for Acne – Is It Worth It?

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Everybody is talking about the blue light. It is the latest gadget for treating acne (and admit it, we LOVE gadgets).  But can you really treat acne by simply shining a blue light on your skin? Continue reading Blue Light Therapy for Acne – Is It Worth It?

What Causes Dark Circles Under Your Eyes?

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Maybe it’s the economy. Or maybe it’s too many late nights watching back episodes of CSI on your DVR. Either way, you notice that there are dark circles under your eyes that didn’t seem to be there before. What causes these dark circles under the eyes, and what can you do to treat them? Continue reading What Causes Dark Circles Under Your Eyes?

Sclerotherapy for Leg Veins

 

Varicose veins are thick, blue, unsightly veins that develop on the lower extremities. These appear mostly in your 30′s to 70′s and affect women more than men. Varicose veins are often accompanied by spider veins, red to blue thread-like veins that often form mats or spider web-like patterns. These vein abnormalities are usually just cosmetic in nature, but can sometimes be symptomatic causing aching or throbbing. There are many ways to treat varicose veins. Here I will review one of the oldest and most popular methods: sclerotherapy. Continue reading Sclerotherapy for Leg Veins

Why Prescription Drugs Don’t Work

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How many patients never fill the prescription for a medication given to them?

A. 2%

B. 5%

C. 13%

D. 22%

E. 30%

F. 68%

Continue reading Why Prescription Drugs Don’t Work

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