Fact Sheets

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Photoaging (Sun Damage)
UV light hits skin unprotected by SPF, causing premature aging.
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Skin Lymphoma
Skin lymphoma is a relatively rare skin cancer unrelated to sun exposure. Yale Medicine treatment options include total skin electron beam therapy (TSEB).
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Skin Cancer
A disease caused by ultraviolet light that comes from the sun’s rays.
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Colds: How to Prevent Them
The common cold is probably the most universal illness. It is a viral infection of the upper respiratory tract, which includes the nose and throat area.
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Eczema
Eczema is the diagnosis for chronic dry skin that brings extremely itchy, pink skin or red rashes. It's common in kids, but adults get eczema too.
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Actinic Keratosis (AK)
An actinic keratosis (AK) appears as a small, pink, scaly patch on the skin. Raising the risk of skin cancer, AK is common and is caused by sun exposure.
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Microneedling
Microneedling typically has shorter recovery time compared to the lasers or chemical peels that are also used to help resurface skin and improve its texture.
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Skin Lupus and Scleroderma
Lupus and scleroderma are two autoimmune disorders that affect the skin. These diseases can also affect the connective tissues in the body as well.
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Outdoor Emergencies and Injuries
While outdoor and wilderness adventures can be invigorating, injuries can occur; Yale Medicine doctors with specialized training can help.
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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.