Athlete’s foot, also called tinea pedis, is caused by a dermatophyte fungus that infects the top layer of skin on the soles of the feet and between the toes.  It is a form of ringworm that is specifically located on the feet.

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Skin cancer is very common and can occur in people of all ages.  There are different kinds of skin cancer.  Some types are more common than others, and some have the potential to be more dangerous than others.  Sun exposure is a common risk factor for most types of skin cancer, but even areas of the body that do not get sun exposure can develop skin cancer.

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A seborrheic keratosis is a common non-cancerous growth on the skin that usually first appears in middle age, but as early as 25 or 30 years old.  They are often called “barnacles of aging” or “age spots,” but we prefer to call them  “wisdom spots.” People can have just one or can have very many of these growths.

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Seborrheic dermatitis is a very common skin disease that causes redness as well as white or yellow greasy or dry scale.  This condition is long-lasting in adults once it begins, which often is between 30 and 60 years of age.

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Living in our beautiful state of Colorado has many advantages, but there are also drawbacks in terms of some of the rashes that are very common in our climate.  At high altitude with a sunny climate, we have a high degree of sun exposure. This can make some rashes that worse. However, for many skin conditions, sunlight actually improves the symptoms.

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Itch is the unpleasant sensation in the skin that causes the desire to rub or scratch the affected area for relief, but scratching often causes worsening of itch after temporary relief.  Itching can cause discomfort and frustration and can be severe enough to cause anxiety, depression, and loss of sleep.

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Poikiloderma (short for Poikiloderma of Civatte) is a common benign change to the skin that commonly affects the neck, especially in women.  It is thought that fair skin, years of cumulative sun exposure, and hormones all influence the appearance of this condition.

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Melanoma is the most serious of the common types of skin cancer.  If it is allowed to grow, melanoma can quickly spread to other parts of the body and be life threatening.  When found and treated early, melanoma is often highly treatable and often curable.

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Alopecia is the medical term for hair loss that is more than what is normal.  It is normal for everyone to lose about 50-100 hairs from the scalp every day.  However, bald patches or excessive thinning of hair may be a sign of hair loss. There are several different types of hair loss, each with different characteristics.

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Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common type of skin cancer and the most common type of cancer overall in the U.S.  BCC is most often caused by ultraviolet (UV) exposure and usually develops on skin that has been exposed to the sun on a regular basis throughout life.

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Actinic keratoses are dry, scaly spots on the skin that usually appear on areas of fair-skinned individuals that have been exposed to the sun for many years. These skin growths are considered pre-cancerous and may develop into squamous cell carcinoma of the skin.

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Rosacea is an inflammatory skin condition that commonly affects the cheeks, nose, forehead, and chin. It is characterized by redness, visible blood vessels, and red bumps, sometimes leading to a change in skin texture.

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