By Dr. Benabio, on June 12th, 2008%
Genital warts are common and difficult to treat. They are caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV), the same family of viruses that causes warts on hands and feet, and even the proverbial warts on old women’s chins. These different types of warts are caused by different strains of the same virus. Continue reading Green Tea Extract Treats Genital Warts
By Dr. Benabio, on June 9th, 2008%
“Does Preparation H really reduce bags under your eyes?” a patient asked me last week. This old-school home remedy ranks up there with classics like Vicks VapoRubĀ® for toenail fungus (more on that one later).
But does Preparation H work? Is it safe?
Your lower eyelid is a prominent part of your face. Puffiness, redness, brown discoloration, and wrinkles Continue reading Puffy Eyes and Preparation H
By Dr. Benabio, on May 30th, 2008%
That sunburn might not be the only hangover from your last trip to the beach. There’s also that unsightly scab on your upper lip. It’s a cold sore — triggered by sun exposure. Here’s how you can treat it and avoid getting one in the future. Continue reading The Cold Sore
By Dr. Benabio, on May 28th, 2008%
Many of you, as I, were raised to believe that cuts and scrapes heal better when you let the air at them. Well, your mom was right about a lot of things, but not this one. Continue reading Skin Care Myths: Cuts Heal Better When You Let Air at Them
By Dr. Benabio, on May 27th, 2008%
Millions of you failed me this weekend. You got too much sun and not enough sunscreen. The result: a sunburn. It’s OK. It happens to the best of us. Now what do you do? Here are 7 tips to treat a sunburn.
Continue reading How to Treat a Sunburn
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