Blog - Steven M Weissman MD PLLC | Brooklyn, NY Dermatologist

Rosy Complexion? Flushed Cheeks? You May Have Rosacea

Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 30, 2017.

Rosacea is a chronic skin condition of the face that affects an estimated 16 million Americans. Because rosacea is frequently misdiagnosed and confused with acne, sunburn or eye irritation, a Read more

Monitoring Your Moles

Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 28, 2017.

Although moles are usually harmless, in some cases they can become cancerous, causing melanoma. For this reason, it is important to regularly examine your skin for any moles that change in Read more

Eczema

Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 14, 2017.

Eczema, also called “dermatitis,” refers to several different rash-like conditions where the skin is inflamed, red and irritated. The most severe and long-lasting type of eczema is atopic dermatitis. During Read more

Melanoma Early Detection is Key

Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 01, 2017.

Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer. Fortunately, it rarely develops without warning, and the number of fatalities caused by melanoma could be greatly reduced if people were aware Read more

Wrinkle Prevention: Minimize Fine Lines and Maximize Your Youthfulness

Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 16, 2017.

The telltale signs of aging skin—wrinkles, puffy eyes, age spots—may start to appear as we grow older. We can’t fight the aging process, but we can take steps now to Read more

Battling Teenage Acne

Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 03, 2017.

Acne is by far the most common skin complaint among teenagers, affecting nearly all of those between the ages of 12 and 17 at least occasionally, according to the American Read more

Adult Acne: How to Control Blemishes & Breakouts in Your Middle Years

Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 15, 2016.

Acne is the most common of all skin disorders, affecting almost everyone at some point in their lives. While most people outgrow acne in their late teens or early twenties, Read more

Everything You Need to Know About Skin Cancer

Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 30, 2016.

Skin cancer is one the most common of all cancer types, which occurs when malignant cells are found in the outer layers of your skin. More than 2 million people Read more

SPF - Choosing the Best Sunscreen for Optimal Skin Protection

Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 15, 2016.

There is a wide variety of sunscreens available, including lotions, sprays, creams, gels, wipes, and lip balms, to name a few. These topical products absorb or reflect some, but not Read more

Welcome to Our Blog!

Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 03, 2016.

Your skin is the largest organ on your body, and we want to make sure you keep it as healthy as possible for the rest of your life. That’s why Read more

Protecting Your Skin from Sun Damage

Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 03, 2016.

Too much exposure to sunlight can be harmful to your skin. Dangerous ultraviolet B (UVB) and ultraviolet A (UVA) rays damage skin, which leads to premature wrinkles, skin cancer and Read more