When your kid is dealing with a skin condition like eczema, it can be tough to watch them suffer through the itching and physical discomfort. You want to try to help, but you don’t always know how! If you have a kid with eczema, it’s important to know what to do when a flare-up occurs. […]

Losing your hair can be stressful enough to make you want to pull your hair out! When you notice it coming out, especially in large amounts, clogging shower drains or discovered on your pillow each morning. Typically, hair loss occurs in men more often than women (it’s even dubbed “male pattern baldness”), there are tons […]

Even as winter wanes, New Jersey is still covered in cloudy spring skies, blocking out that life-giving sun and dampening our vitamin D intake! Vitamin D is an essential vitamin that can be in short order during the winter and early spring months. The vitamin not only keeps your skin young and vibrant; it also […]

April is National Foot Health Month, and as dermatologists, one of the most common foot issues we encounter is plantar warts. Many people look at plantar warts as something that will just fade over time or “take care of themselves,” but these unsightly, often painful issues need a professional touch. Warts are never something to […]

April is Stress Awareness Month, and we here at Old Bridge Dermatology know how much stress can affect your overall body health, including the health of your skin. With all of the things we do every day: getting the kids to school, remembering every task at work, juggling the bank account, and so on and so […]

Teens everywhere cringe at the thought of another pimple popping up on their forehead, but acne can pop up at any stage of life. Acne is an incredibly common dermatological condition. It is caused when dead skin cells clog up hair follicles. It’s a condition that often takes an experienced dermatologist to develop a proper […]

Sometimes when we notice a change in our body – even a growth like a wart – we tend to cover it up and hope it will take care of itself. We all lead remarkably busy lives, but it is necessary to get warts and other growths checked out. While many warts are harmless, some […]

When you discover a rash, blister, or bump somewhere on your child’s body, it can be quite a disconcerting experience. If the skin issue had manifested on your own body, you might be able to confidently assess what might have caused it, or carefully describe your symptoms to a skilled dermatologist for proper diagnosis. However, […]

Has the dry winter weather left your hair in a less-than-desirable state? Are you hiding your locks under hats or scarves? Or maybe you’ve just taken to not going out altogether? Cold, dry weather can leave hair damaged or create wild effects with unruly static electricity. It can be frustrating and daunting to try to […]

Itchy skin can be absolutely unbearable – especially when you can’t pinpoint the cause! There are countless reasons that your skin might itch – bug bites, poison ivy, chickenpox, allergies – the list goes on! Some causes are a little more subtle though. We put together a list of 5 common causes of itchy skin […]