The skin game

Article Abstract:

Dermatologic spas are a relatively new service. These facilities, sometimes called medical spas, provide a variety of services including facials, body scrubs, massage, wraps, peels, manicures and paraffin treatments. However, the emergence of these spas has raised ethical issues in some quarters.

Evaluation, Buildings and facilities, Health resorts, Dermatologists

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Botched biopsies

Article Abstract:

Issues are presented concerning the use of biopsies for the detection of skin cancer. The misreading of biopsies and the benefits of gaining a second opinion where diagnosis is unclear are discussed.

Management, Diagnosis, Skin cancer, Biopsy

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Health food for the skin

Article Abstract:

A description is presented of the various products available on the market which claim to improve the appearance of skin. The use of vitamins and herbal supplements is discussed.

Care and treatment, Skin, Skin care

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