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Dermatology Blog with Heather Brannon, MD June 2005 Archive

By Heather Brannon, MD, About.com Guide to Dermatology since 2002

Types of Melanoma

Monday June 27, 2005
Melanoma is the eighth most common malignancy in the United States. Learn more about the 4 major types of melanoma that have distinct characteristics and potential for metastasis.

Melanoma

Friday June 24, 2005
Melanoma is a cancer in pigment producing cells in the skin. This article covers answers to some basic questions.

Squamous Cell Carcinoma

Thursday June 16, 2005
Squamous cell carcinoma is the second most common skin cancer. Learn about this potentially malignant skin cancer.

Basal Cell Carcinoma

Tuesday June 14, 2005
Basal cell carcinoma is the most common type of skin cancer. Find out more about what this skin cancer looks like and what can be done about it.

How to Use Retin-A

Tuesday June 7, 2005
Retin-A is a very effective medication used to treat blackheads, whiteheads, and wrinkles. This article gives guidelines that may help reduce side effects and increase compliance with this medication.
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