Fact Sheets

Mohs Surgery for Skin Cancer
Mohs surgery is a type of surgery for skin cancer that minimizes the amount of skin removed. Learn more about this procedure.
Actinic Keratosis (AK)
Actinic keratosis (AK) is a scaly and rough patch of skin caused by years of sun damage. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Skin Cancer
A disease caused by ultraviolet light that comes from the sun’s rays.
Alopecia Areata
Alopecia areata happens when the immune system attacks hair follicles. This causes the hairs in those follicles to fall out and not grow back.
Acne (Acne Vulgaris)
Acne is a skin condition characterized by pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads on the face, back, and chest. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
Basal cell carcinoma accounts for 80 percent of all skin cancers. The cause is damage to the DNA of cells in the epidermis, the top layer of the skin.
Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Allergic contact dermatitis is the skin's reaction to an irritant—anything from poison ivy to certain fabrics can cause your skin to flare. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Viral Warts
Viral warts are viral infections of the skin that are most common on the hands and feet. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Excessive Sweating (Hyperhidrosis)
Hyperhidrosis refers to excessive perspiration that can get in the way of daily life and cause skin infections. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Melanocytic Nevi (Moles)
Melanocytic nevus is the medical term for moles. They can develop on any part of the body and in most cases, they don't require treatment.