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Dr. Adam Sills
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Dr. Adam Sills practices dermatology in Jonesboro, AR. Dermatologists manage diseases of the skin, hair, and nails.
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is my allergy anaphylactic
No. Anaphylaxis is typically a life-threating swelling of the body, more specifically the airways. You are experiencing urticaria and/or angioedema. This is simply a rush of READ MORE
No. Anaphylaxis is typically a life-threating swelling of the body, more specifically the airways. You are experiencing urticaria and/or angioedema. This is simply a rush of fluid from suddenly leaky blood vessels triggered by histamine release from the allergic reaction.
Skin rash during pregnancy?
There could be numerous causes for your rashes and I would recommend you check with your OB/GYN or with a dermatologist to best identify the cause. There are some rashes that READ MORE
There could be numerous causes for your rashes and I would recommend you check with your OB/GYN or with a dermatologist to best identify the cause. There are some rashes that occur only during pregnancy but a good history and exam are needed to rule out other causes.
When will my burn go away?
Burns typically take a few weeks to heal and may leave scarring or discoloration depending on the degree of the burn. I recommend keeping the area clean with a mild soap and using READ MORE
Burns typically take a few weeks to heal and may leave scarring or discoloration depending on the degree of the burn. I recommend keeping the area clean with a mild soap and using a bland emollient/ointment such as Aquaphor or Vaseline on the area multiple times a day. Sometimes a prescription for Silvadene cream can also help. See your doctor if the area becomes black, white, painful or is not healed within a few weeks.
I have really bad acne scarring- will PRP Facial help get rid of it?
A PRP facial is typically microneedling while using platelet rich plasma. Microneedling alone has been proven to help some acne scarring while addition of PRP seems to further READ MORE
A PRP facial is typically microneedling while using platelet rich plasma. Microneedling alone has been proven to help some acne scarring while addition of PRP seems to further improve the results with this type of treatment. Deep pitted acne scars (ice-pick scar) may not improve as much as more shallow scars. My patients notice improvement after one treatment but the best results are usually seen after about 3 treatments.
Small itchy bumps on thighs, is it serious?
You may have folliculitis, which is inflammation around the hair follicles. This can be caused by friction, infection or something blocking the hair follicles. I recommend using READ MORE
You may have folliculitis, which is inflammation around the hair follicles. This can be caused by friction, infection or something blocking the hair follicles. I recommend using a moisturizer with anti-inflammatory properties such as pramoxine. Easiest brands to find are Sarna sensitive and CeraVe Itch Relief. I also recommend wearing loose clothing until better. See your doctor if it does not improve or if you start running fever.
Skin is itchy after sun exposure, what can I do?
This could be either solar urticaria (hives caused by UV rays) or other type of photosensitivity that can be seen with some autoimmune disorders like lupus. You could also be having READ MORE
This could be either solar urticaria (hives caused by UV rays) or other type of photosensitivity that can be seen with some autoimmune disorders like lupus. You could also be having a sun-induced reaction to something you are putting on your face. I would recommend seeing a dermatologist to help you identify the cause of your issue.
My psoriasis is starting to hurt. Is there something I can do?
Sounds like you need treatment to control your symptoms. Topical steroids would improve your symptoms. Hydrocortisone is likely not strong enough, so I recommend seeing your doctor READ MORE
Sounds like you need treatment to control your symptoms. Topical steroids would improve your symptoms. Hydrocortisone is likely not strong enough, so I recommend seeing your doctor to get a more powerful topical steroid.
Skin rash during pregnancy?
There are a variety of itchy conditions that occur during pregnancy, but the itching on your hands and feet may be unrelated. I would recommend seeing a dermatologist, in case READ MORE
There are a variety of itchy conditions that occur during pregnancy, but the itching on your hands and feet may be unrelated. I would recommend seeing a dermatologist, in case you may have contact dermatitis. It maybe easily treated with topical steroids, most of which are safe to use in pregnancy for short periods of time.
PRP before or after fillers?
PRP has been proven to improve the effect of hyaluronic acid fillers, so I always use PRP injections after a filler. Your skin is unlikely to peel with PRP injections, but may READ MORE
PRP has been proven to improve the effect of hyaluronic acid fillers, so I always use PRP injections after a filler. Your skin is unlikely to peel with PRP injections, but may peel if it is used with microneedling.
Skin feels bumpy after IPL
You most likely have edema (swelling) in the top layers of skin, which is temporary. This can be normal. Some areas absorb more light and therefore, more thermal energy. I would READ MORE
You most likely have edema (swelling) in the top layers of skin, which is temporary. This can be normal. Some areas absorb more light and therefore, more thermal energy. I would continue to follow your post-treatment recommendations, but contact the clinic if you develop blisters or the swelling worsens.
Compression knee highs
Knee high compression reduces the venous pressure and therefore, slows worsening of varicose veins. If you do not see any spider veins or bulging varicose veins above the knees, READ MORE
Knee high compression reduces the venous pressure and therefore, slows worsening of varicose veins. If you do not see any spider veins or bulging varicose veins above the knees, then knee high are all you need. Ultrasound would be needed to assess deeper veins above the knees to determine if you truly need thigh or waist high compression. You can also use lighter compression stockings and layer them (one on top of the other), if the stronger ones are hard to get on.
Do varicose veins come back after treatment?
It is unlikely that the problem will be gone permanently, as the vein is still there. The more consistent you are with wearing compression stockings, controlling weight and exercising, READ MORE
It is unlikely that the problem will be gone permanently, as the vein is still there. The more consistent you are with wearing compression stockings, controlling weight and exercising, then the longer your results will last.
Does sunscreen prevent me from absorbing vitamin D?
Sunscreen does block some of your ability to make vitamin D. Most people made adequate vitamin D with 15 minutes of unprotected sun exposure about 3 times a week. You likely READ MORE
Sunscreen does block some of your ability to make vitamin D. Most people made adequate vitamin D with 15 minutes of unprotected sun exposure about 3 times a week. You likely need vitamin D supplementation if you are not able to do this due to time constraints, weather, or inability for your skin to tolerate this. Discuss with your doctor the need for vitamin D supplementation.
There's a red blood spot on my chest. What does it mean?
It is most likely a cherry angioma which is made up of lots of capillaries. These spots are very common but I would recommend having it evaluated by your doctor if it enlarges, READ MORE
It is most likely a cherry angioma which is made up of lots of capillaries. These spots are very common but I would recommend having it evaluated by your doctor if it enlarges, itches or bleeds.
