Just when you’re ready to enjoy the outdoors in the spring, your skin has other plans. Springtime hives can appear out of nowhere, leaving you itchy and irritated. Allergens, heat, and seasonal changes make spring a prime time for hives-related rash flare-ups in Dania, Florida. Dr. Stanley Skopit, our board-certified dermatologist at Dania Dermatology, has decades of experience […]
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As the year comes to a close, it’s important to review your health insurance benefits and maximize any remaining coverage before it resets. Maximizing your end-of-year insurance benefits can help you save money on essential dermatology care and keep your skin healthy. Dr. Stanley Skopit is a board-certified dermatologist and respected educator with over 40 years of experience in general
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Psoriasis is a skin condition that affects many people. It is characterized by red, scaly patches that can feel itchy or sore. While it’s often linked to genetic factors, psoriasis isn’t caused by genetics alone. Environmental factors such as stress and climate, along with your immune system’s response, can trigger the condition. Understanding that psoriasis can
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Dermatologists are medical experts specializing in skin, hair, and nail conditions. You might need to visit a dermatologist for various reasons, including persistent acne, eczema, psoriasis, unusual moles, or skin rashes. But, does Medicare cover dermatologist visits? We will discuss the answer in detail and help you understand the process. Understanding Medicare Coverage for Dermatologist Visits
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Florida residents have the opportunity to consult with a dermatologist up to five times annually for dermatologic issues without the need for a referral, as per the 2023 Florida Statutes. Generally speaking, this means you can visit the dermatologist anytime. However, you may need a referral to have your insurance company cover your dermatological care costs. Additionally, some
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Scar formation is a natural part of healing, but in some cases, scar tissue can extend beyond the injury and extend from the skin, leaving protruding bumps that are known as keloids. When looking for keloids treatment, many patients have questions about why they’ve developed these scars. One of the most common questions they have is
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Contact dermatitis is a condition that presents itself as a very itchy rash. This rash is usually caused by coming into contact with a specific substance. The contact causes an allergic reaction that can be extremely uncomfortable. Even though contact dermatitis is not contagious, it can make a person feel extremely self-conscious. Unfortunately, there are several
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As teenagers prepare to head back to school, they’ve got plenty to worry about without adding acne breakouts to the mix. This common skin condition can cause physical discomfort and emotional distress — something that young people hardly need more of during their formative years. Though not entirely preventable, skin specialists have developed effective treatments
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Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a common virus that causes a painful rash, usually in a stripe of blisters that wraps around your torso. If you’ve ever had chickenpox (varicella-zoster), the virus stays in your body and can later reactivate as shingles. Some otherwise healthy patients wonder if they need to visit a
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If you have psoriasis, you know just how uncomfortable those dry and itchy flare-ups can be. You might wear long sleeves or scarves to hide the characteristic scaly rash, even in hot weather. But living with psoriasis can be much easier with the right treatment plan. At Dania Dermatology, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Stanley Skopit has helped
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