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- Prince William Dermatology, PC
- 7500 Iron Bar Lane
- Suite 215
- Gainesville, Virginia 20155
- Tel: 571-261-1234
- Fax: 571-261-2235
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Health Education Index
Dr. Chris Ha, MD, Laurel H Lan, PA-C and the staff of Prince William Dermatology, PC provide our patients with a Health Education Library. The Library includes dermatology handouts and links to medical organizations trusted by dermatologists.
Skin care topics include:
Acne is a common skin condition affecting our teenage and adult patients. The Library reviews acne myths, acne medicines, and other acne treatments that we recommend. Learn more about acne from the AAD.
Eczema, also called "atopic dermatitis", causes recurrent bouts of dry, itching and inflamed skin. The Library reviews treatment options and dermatologist recommended tips to manage your eczema, including the use of moisturizers. Learn more about eczema from the National Eczema Association.
Psoriasis is a chronic, autoimmune skin disease. Read about the different types of psoriasis (plaque psoriasis, scalp psoriasis) and psoriasis treatment options that are available, including corticosteroids, vitamin D derivatives, retinoids, phototherapy (PUVA), and new "biologics". Your dermatologist will prescribe psoriasis medications based on the type of psoriasis, its location, severity, duration and history of previous treatments. Learn more about psoriasis from the National Psoriasis Foundation.
Rosacea is a common skin disorder treated by dermatologists that causes redness and an acne-like rash on the face. The Library reviews the different types of rosacea and rosacea treatment options, including laser and light treatments. Learn more about rosacea from the National Rosacea Society.
Skin Cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer. Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) are the two major forms of "non-melanoma" skin cancer. The Library reviews skin cancer types and skin cancer treatment options, including medications (Aldara, 5-FU), excision, and Mohs Surgery. Dermatologists advise the regular use of sunscreens and sun avoidance measures to reduce your risk of developing skin cancer.
Dr. Chris Ha, MD, Laurel H Lan, PA-C and the staff of Prince William Dermatology, PC hope that the dermatologist recommended information helps you to better understand your health and take care of your skin.
This information is for general educational uses only. It may not apply to you and your specific medical needs. This information should not be used in place of a visit, call, consultation with or the advice of your physician or health care professional. Communicate promptly with your physician or other health care professional with any health-related questions or concerns.
Be sure to follow specific instructions given to you by your physician or health care professional.
A
- Acanthosis Nigricans
- Accutane (isotretinoin)
- Acne and Diet
- Acne Basics
- Acne in Teenagers
- Acne Medications: Non-Prescription
- Acne Medications: Prescription
- Acne Medicine Tips
- Acne Myths
- Acne Scars
- Acne Skin Care
- Acne Tips for Boys
- Acne Tips for Girls
- Acne Treatments
- Acne: Mild
- Acne: Moderate
- Acne: Severe
- Acne: Truncal (on the body)
- Actinic Keratosis (AK)
- Acyclovir - Oral
- Adult Acne
- Aging Skin Animation
- Aging Skin Basics
- Albinism
- Allegra (fexofenadine)
- Allergies: Controlling Indoor Allergies
- Alopecia Areata
- Alopecia: Cicatricial (Scarring)
- Amoxicillin
- Angioma: Cherry
- Angioma: Spider
- Antibiotics for Acne
- Antibiotics for Skin Infections (Topical and Oral)
- Antifungals for Skin Infections (Topical and Oral)
- Antihistamines
- Arthritis: Psoriatic
- Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema) Basics
- Atopic Dermatitis and Moisturizers
- Atopic Dermatitis Skin Care
- Atopiclair
- Azathioprine (Imuran)
B
- Bed Bugs
- Behcet's Syndrome
- Benzoyl Peroxide (Benzac, Clearasil, Proactiv)
- Biologics for Psoriasis
- Bleach Baths for Eczema
- Boils and Carbuncles
- Botox (onabotulinumtoxin A): Cosmetic
- Botulinum Toxin Cosmetic
- Bullous Pemphigoid
C
- Calcineurin Inhibitors
- Candidiasis: Oral (Thrush)
- Canker Sores (Aphthous Ulcers)
- Cellulitis
- Chemical Peels
- Chickenpox
- Clinical Research
- Clobetasol Topical
- Clobex Lotion (clobetasol)
- Clobex Shampoo (clobetasol)
- Clobex Spray (clobetasol)
- Coal Tar - Topical
- Contact Dermatitis
- Corticosteroids: Topical
- Cosmetic Dermatology
- Cryotherapy (Liquid Nitrogen)
- Curettage and Cautery
- Cutaneous T-cell Lymphoma (CTCL)
- Cyclosporine for Psoriasis
- Cyst, Epidermoid (Sebaceous)
D
- Dandruff
- Decubitus Ulcers (Bed Sores)
- Dermabrasion
- Dermal Fillers (Soft Tissue Augmentation)
- Dermatitis Herpetiformis
- Dermatitis, Hand
- Dermatofibroma
- Dermatographism
- Diaper Dermatitis
- Differin (adapalene) Cream, 0.1%
- Differin (adapalene) Gel, 0.1%
- Differin (adapalene) Gel, 0.3%
- Dovonex (calcipotriene)
- Doxycycline, Anti-Inflammatory Dose (Low-Dose)
- Dry Skin (Xerosis)
- Duac Topical Gel (clindamycin, 1% - benzoyl peroxide, 5%)
- Dyshidrotic Eczema (Pompholyx)
- Dysport (abobotulinumtoxin A)
E
- Eczema (Dermatitis)
- Eczema Treatment
- Elidel (pimecrolimus)
- Enbrel (etanercept injection) for Psoriasis
- Epidermolysis Bullosa
- Epiduo (adapalene and benzoyl peroxide) Gel
- EpiPen (epinephrine injection)
- Erythema Infectiosum (Fifth Disease)
- Erythema Multiforme Minor
- Erythema Nodosum
- Erythrasma
F
- Facial Flushing
- Facial Skin Rejuvenation
- Famvir (famciclovir)
- Finacea (azelaic acid)
- Fixed Drug Eruption
- Folliculitis
- Freckles (Ephilides)
- Fungal Nail Infection (Onychomycosis)
- Fungal Skin Infections (tinea, ringworm)
G
H
- Hair Loss (Balding)
- Hair Loss: Female
- Hair Loss: Male
- Hair Transplantation (Dermatology)
- Head Lice
- Hemangiomas
- Herpes: Genital
- Herpes: Oral and Skin
- Hives (Urticaria)
- Humira (adalimumab) for Psoriasis
- Hydroquinone
- Hyperhidrosis (Sweating Excessively)
- Hyperpigmentation, Post-Inflammatory (PIH)
I
- Ichthyosis Vulgaris
- Impetigo
- Indoor Tanning Risks
- Intertrigo
- IPL (Intense Pulsed Light)
- iPLEDGE Program
- Itching
J
K
L
- La Roche Posay
- Lamisil Topical (terbinafine)
- Laser and Light Treatments for Rosacea
- Laser Hair Removal
- Laser Resurfacing
- Laser Treatment for Spider Veins
- Laser: Fractional
- Lasers: For Skin
- Latisse® (bimatropost ophthalmic solution)
- Lentigines (Age Spots, Liver Spots)
- Lichen Planus
- Lichen Sclerosus
- Lichen Simplex Chronicus (Neurodermatitis)
- Lipoma
- Lupus: Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
- Lyme Disease
M
- Medication Rebates for Dermatology Treatments
- Medication Refills
- Melasma
- Methotrexate for Psoriasis
- MetroGel (metronidazole)
- Microdermabrasion
- Minocycline for Acne
- Mohs Surgery Animation
- Mohs Surgery for Skin Cancer
- Moisturizers
- Moles (Nevi)
- Molluscum Contagiosum
- Morphea
- MRSA (Methicillin-Resistant Staph. Aureus)
N
O
P
- Patch Testing for Skin Allergies
- Pediculosis (body lice)
- Pemphigus
- Penlac (ciclopirox)
- Perioral Dermatitis
- Phototherapy - Home
- Phototherapy - UVB
- Phototherapy for Psoriasis
- Pityriasis Alba
- Pityriasis Rosea
- Plaquenil (hydroxychloroquine)
- Poison Ivy, Oak and Sumac
- Port Wine Stain
- Prednisone
- Pregnancy-Related Skin Problems
- Propecia (finasteride)
- Protopic (tacrolimus) Ointment
- Psoriasis Basics
- Psoriasis Severity
- Psoriasis Treatment
- Psoriasis: Erythrodermic
- Psoriasis: Guttate
- Psoriasis: Inverse
- Psoriasis: Plaque
- Psoriasis: Pustular
- Psoriasis: Scalp
- Psoriasis: Skin Care and Management
- Pyogenic Granuloma
R
- Renova (tretinoin)
- Restylane
- Retin A Micro (tretinoin)
- Retinoids: Topical
- Rogaine (minoxidil)
- Rosacea and Cosmetics
- Rosacea and Itch
- Rosacea Basics
- Rosacea Diary
- Rosacea Research
- Rosacea Skin Care
- Rosacea Subtype 1 (Facial Redness)
- Rosacea Subtype 2 (Bumps and Pimples)
- Rosacea Subtype 3 (Enlargement of the Nose)
- Rosacea Subtype 4 (Ocular Rosacea)
- Rosacea Treatment
- Rosacea: Alternative Treatments
- Rosacea: Tips for Keeping It Under Control
S
- Salicylic Acid for Psoriasis
- Scabies
- Scar
- Scleroderma
- Sea Bather's Eruption
- Sebaceous Hyperplasia
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Shingles (Zoster)
- Skin Biopsy
- Skin Cancer Basics
- Skin Cancer, Basal Cell
- Skin Cancer, Melanoma
- Skin Cancer, Squamous Cell
- Skin Cancer: Squamous Cell in Situ
- Skin Care
- Skin Self Exam Animation
- Skin Self Examination
- Skin Tag (Acrochordon)
- Skin, Normal
- Skin: Sensitive
- Solodyn (minocycline)
- Sotret (isotretinoin)
- Spider Veins
- Staphylococcus (Staph aureus)
- Stelara (ustekinumab) for Psoriasis
- Strep (Group A Streptococcus, GAS)
- Sun Protection
- Sunburn
- Sunscreens
- Swimmer's Itch
T
- Taclonex Ointment
- Tattoo Removal
- Tazorac (tazarotene)
- Tazorac (tazarotene) for Psoriasis
- Tinea Versicolor
- Tissue Tightening
- Topical 5-FU (5-Fluorouracil)
- Tretinoin (Retin A Micro, Renova)
- Tri-Luma Cream
V
- Valtrex (valacyclovir)
- Vaniqa (eflornithine)
- Vanos (fluocinonide)
- Varicose Veins
- Vectical (calcitriol) Ointment
- Vitamin D Derivatives for Psoriasis
- Vitiligo








