OCTOBER 2016

NEWSLETTER

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Fall is upon us. The kids are back in school, the leaves

are starting to change color, and pumpkin flavored

everything has hit the shelves. As the weather starts

to cool and we turn on our furnaces, we see more

and more complaints of dry skin, rashes, and itching.

Let’s take a look at eczema and some tips to help

you keep your skin moisturized this fall and winter.

What is eczema?Eczema refers to a variety of skin conditions that cause the skin to become inflamed or irritated. Most often when people say “eczema,” they are referring to atopic dermatitis. Atopic dermatitis is caused by a defect in the skin barrier which causes the skin to lose water more rapidly, leaving it dry and itchy. Patients with atopic dermatitis are also more sensitive to irritants such as soaps and even certain fabrics. This type of eczema typically develops in childhood. Many children will outgrow their atopic dermatitis, but some people continue to have symptoms into adulthood. You may be more likely to develop atopic dermatitis if you have a family history of atopic dermatitis, allergies, or asthma.

Other forms of eczema include nummular eczema and contact dermatitis. Nummular eczema causes round patches of dry skin and can occur at any age. It can sometimes be confused with ringworm, which

is a fungal infection. Contact dermatitis refers to rashes caused by an allergy to something that touches the skin such as fragrances or preservatives in personal care products, metals, topical antibiotic ointments, etc. Your dermatologist can test for skin allergies by performing a test called a patch test. Avoiding exposure to any products you are allergic to should result in the rash clearing.

For any form of eczema, here are some helpful tips to keep your skin moisturized and cut down on itching and irritation:

1. Use a cleanser that is mild and non-fragranced for both hand washing and bathing.

2. Keep your shower or bath short (5 min or less) and keep the water warm, but not hot.

3. After your shower or bath, apply a non-fragranced moisturizer to your body. Applying this within the first few minutes out of the shower or bath helps lock in the moisture.

4. If you have been prescribed a topical medication, apply this before the moisturizer, but only to the areas that are affected. Pay attention to any instructions about how often or how long it is safe to use these medications. Topical steroids can

have some side effects such as thinning of the skin,

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and should be used as directed.

5. Consider adding a humidifier to your room at night.

If your skin is still itchy or is breaking out in a rash, make an appointment so we can help you manage your skin problem. There are a variety of medications and other treatments that can be used to help calm things down and get you back to looking and feeling your best.

-Evelyn Sommariva, PA-C

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Announcing Additional Location We have another location in Canton to serve our patients for MOHS skin cancer surgery and cosmetic procedures.

You will be seen at the Lilley Rd location and will be referred to have the procedure done at the new location if needed. We have state of the art equipment and our board certified dermatologist, Dr. Matteo LoPiccolo to perform the procedures.

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Directions:From North:• Take I-275 South to Exit 25 for M-153/

Ford Rd• Turn Right onto Ford Rd• Turn Right onto Haggerty Rd (0.2 Mi)• Serenity Health Building will be on

the right. (0.4 Mi)

From South:• Take I-275 North to exit 25 for M-153/

Ford Rd• Turn Left onto Ford Rd• Turn Right onto Haggerty Rd (0.2 Mi)• Serenity Health Building will be on

the Right. (0.4 Mi)

Dr. Matteo C. LoPiccolo is a board certified dermatologist and a fellowship trained dermatologic surgeon. He specializes in Mohs surgery and facial reconstruction for the treatment of skin cancer. He is also an expert in numerous cosmetic procedures including neuromodulators (Botox, Dysport), dermal fillers, blepharoplasty, hair transplantation, cutaneous lasers, and other energy-based devices.Dr. LoPiccolo graduated first in his class from Alma College with a Bachelor of Science degree. He earned his Medical Doctorate from the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry with Alpha Omega Alpha honors, the highest academic distinction awarded. He completed his post-graduate training at Henry Ford Hospital where he was Chief Resident of Dermatology. He finished his training with a fellowship in Mohs and Dermatologic Surgery at SkinCare Physicians in Boston, one

of the nation’s leading programs, taught by world renowned faculty with appointments at Harvard, Yale, Dartmouth and Brown Medical Schools.Dr. LoPiccolo continues to maintain a passion for academics and education. He serves as a staff physician for The Henry Ford Health System Department of Dermatology where he instructs residents and medical students in cutaneous surgery, lasers, and cosmetic treatments. He gives frequent lectures at local and national dermatology meetings, and has authored numerous journal articles and book chapters in dermatologic surgery. He is also active in medical research investigating the latest in device technology and surgical techniques. Dr. LoPiccolo is certified by the American Board of Dermatology, and is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, American College of Mohs Surgery, and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.

Serenity Health Building 6300 N. Haggerty Rd #220 | Canton, MI 48187

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Hamzavi Dermatology Fort Gratiot 2950 Keewahdin Rd. | Fort Gratiot, MI 48059 (810) 455-1600

S. L. Husain Hamzavi, M.D. Fasahat Hamzavi, M.D. Iltefat Hamzavi, M.D. Meredith Price, M.D. Jennifer Marlin P.A.-C Ashley Carriveau, M.S., P.A.-C. Jessica McLeod, M.S.N., FNP-BC.

Dermatology Specialists of Shelby 50505 Schoenherr Rd., Suite 325 Shelby Township, MI 48315 | (586) 580-1001

Ali A. Berry, M.D. Matteo C. LoPiccolo, M.D. Judy Fontana, M.D. Andrea Rosik, M.S., P.A.-C.

Hamzavi Dermatology Clinton Twp. 43151 Dalcoma, Suite 1 | Clinton Township, MI 48038 (586) 286-8720

S. L. Husain Hamzavi, M.D. Meredith Price, M.D. Jennifer Rivard, M.D. Jessica McLeod, M.S.N., FNP-BC.

Dermatology Specialists of Brighton 2305 Genoa Business Park Dr., Suite 180 Brighton, MI 48114 | (810) 355-4300

Andrea Schrieber, M.D. Francisca Kartono, D.O. Matteo C. LoPiccolo, M.D. Jennifer Rivard, M.D. Jennifer M. Reiss, M.S., P.A.-C.

Dermatology Specialists of Canton 285 Lilley Rd. | Canton, MI 48187 | (734) 495-1506

Ali A. Berry, M.D. Iltefat Hamzavi, M.D. Andrea Schrieber, M.D. Francisca Kartono, D.O. Marsha Henderson, M.D. Matteo C. LoPiccolo, M.D. Evelyn Sommariva, M.S.P.A.-C. Ann Ammond LaFond, M.D. Kimberly Simons, M.S., P.A.-C.

Hamzavi Canton Dermatology 8584 N Canton Center Rd. | Canton, MI 48187 (734) 455-8180

David Blum, M.D. Marsha Henderson, M.D.

Hamzavi Grosse Pointe Dermatology 18400 Mack Ave | Grosse Pointe, MI 48236 (313) 885-1930

Nora Maya Kachaturoff, M.D.Meredith Price, M.D.

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Highly Skilled Physicians | Top Quality CareWhatever your skin care need, call us today to set up an appointment! Same day appointments are available.

• Pediatric & Adult Dermatology • Phototherapy • Laser Therapy • Eczema • Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) • Psoriasis • Skin Cancer • Vitiligo • Removal of Skin Cancer, Warts and Scars

About Dr. HendersonDr. Henderson has been practicing at a few of our other locations and has dedicated more hours to our clinic.

Dr. Henderson graduated from UCLA with a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry. She then went on to medical school at the University of Michigan and completed her internship at St. Joseph Hospital in Ann Arbor. Dr. Henderson performed her dermatology residency training at Henry Ford Hospital. In addition to residency, she performed a two year fellowship in clinical research at Henry Ford Hospital, with a special focus in vitiligo, hidradenitis suppurativa, phototherapy and ethnic skin. She continues to teach residents as a staff member at Henry Ford Hospital.

Dr. Henderson has interests in general dermatology, hair disorders, vitiligo, ethnic skin and hidradenitis suppurativa. She is also well versed in surgical and cosmetic dermatology. She continues to work in clinical research and has presented and national and international meetings.

She looks forward to meeting you at our Canton offices.