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Benefits Of Botox Treatment In 2021
posted: Apr. 21, 2021.

At North Branch Dermatology in Chicago, IL, Dr. Elizabeth Fahrenbach administers Botox injections for patients looking to achieve a softer and more youthful appearance. Botox can soften the appearance of Read more
Finding Treatment for Bed Sores
posted: Apr. 19, 2021.

If you or a loved one is bed-bound, one of the main concerns is bedsores, which can develop when there is persistent pressure placed on the skin for extended periods. Read more
Understanding Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis
posted: Apr. 06, 2021.

When we think of skin disorders, we most often assume that these are problems that mostly adults deal with; however, children and teens can also deal with a wide range Read more
What Is a Skin Tag?
posted: Mar. 23, 2021.

If you’ve ever noticed a little piece of dangling skin on your body, then you’ve most likely found a skin tag. While these little growths are completely benign, they can Read more
Finding the Right Treatment for Warts on Your Hands
posted: Mar. 08, 2021.

Warts are the result of a virus known as the human papillomavirus (HPV), and they can easily be spread from one person to another through skin-to-skin contact or by sharing Read more
When To See a Dermatologist for a Mole
posted: Feb. 18, 2021.

Worried that all those years of sunbathing have caught up with you? Do you have a family history of skin cancer? If so, these might be reasons to turn to Read more
How Lupus Affects the Skin
posted: Feb. 10, 2021.

Lupus is an autoimmune disorder that leads to widespread inflammation and pain. Lupus can affect multiple systems and organs in the body, but the skin tends to be one of Read more
Understanding Cold Sores
posted: Jan. 25, 2021.

Cold sores are small, painful blisters that develop on the lips and around the mouth. These sores are caused by a viral infection known as herpes simplex. More specifically, Herpes Read more
What To Do About Warts
posted: Jan. 22, 2021.

Dealing with a wart? Here’s what you should know. Ever hear that touching frogs causes warts? Of course, if you have a wart or have had one in the past then Read more
What Is Molluscum Contagiosum?
posted: Jan. 12, 2021.

Molluscum contagiosum is a viral infection that most commonly affects children under 10 years old, that causes hard, raised red bumps known as papules to develop on the skin. These Read more
When To See a Dermatologist
posted: Dec. 23, 2020.

Is it time to schedule an appointment with a qualified skincare expert? While most people know that they are supposed to visit the doctor at least once a year for their Read more
Treating Lichen Planus
posted: Dec. 18, 2020.

Lichen planus is an autoimmune disorder that attacks both the skin and mucous membranes inside the mouth. This chronic condition causes flat, itchy reddish-purple bumps to develop on the skin Read more
What Is Impetigo?
posted: Dec. 08, 2020.

Find out more about this common childhood bacterial skin infection and how to treat it. Most people don’t know what impetigo is. Maybe you haven’t even heard of it. This contagious Read more
Understanding and Treating Eczema
posted: Nov. 18, 2020.

If you notice recurring bouts of red, scaly, itchy patches of skin then you could be dealing with eczema. Eczema refers to a variety of skin conditions that cause plaques Read more
Treating Shingles
posted: Nov. 03, 2020.

As kids, we dealt with that notoriously itchy rash caused by chickenpox. Unfortunately, as we get older, the same virus that caused our childhood chickenpox can also cause shingles. If Read more
What Is Causing My Rash?
posted: Oct. 23, 2020.

Do your rash symptoms warrant a trip to the dermatologist’s office? Rashes are one of the common skin problems that our Chicago, IL, dermatologist Dr. Elizabeth Fahrenback treats. Since rashes can Read more