People can have skin reactions to all types of things including foods, plants, chemicals, and materials, but did you know some people can have reactions to light? People who have Chronic Actinic Dermatitis (CAD) are extremely sensitive to sunlight or even artificial light and develop redness, inflammation, itching, burning, blistering, and dryness on their skin, […]

There are many skin issues that result in bumps, so it can be difficult to diagnose what type of skin condition you have simply through observation. Dr. Juan Vaillant of Old Bridge Dermatology, located in Old Bridge, NJ, has seen patients for over 30 years and has extensive experience in diagnosing and treating all types […]

We often hear about rashes in young children, such as diaper rashes and eczema, but you don’t hear as much about rashes in adults. Skin rashes can include many types of skin inflammation including bumps, sores, hives, itchy or burning skin. If you break an ankle, cut yourself, or get a concussion you would rush […]

Of the three major types of skin cancers (melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma), basal cell carcinoma is the most commonly diagnosed type, with over 3 million reported cases every year. Like most skin cancers, which exhibit abnormal growth of skin cells, basal cell carcinoma (BCC) commonly develops in areas that are frequently exposed […]

During these cold winter months, it’s normal to be cooped up indoors and bundled up when you’re outside. It is not surprising that people frequently report feeling more depressed, and suffer from dry skin and other changes in their bodies. One major reason is that you are not getting enough direct sunlight, a major source […]