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Skin Care

The burning truth behind what happens when you get a sunburn

When you’re enjoying some quality time with family at the lake or gathered around the grill in the backyard, everything is all fun and games—until someone gets a sunburn. Most of us who enjoy spending time outdoors are familiar with the agony of a sunburn. A bright red patch—often in a bizarre pattern—that swells, blisters …

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Spider veins — are they more than just scary?

Whether it’s Halloween around the corner or just swimsuit season, many women are scared to reveal their “spider veins.” Lianne Marks, MD, PhD, FACP, an internist on the medical staff at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Round Rock said spider veins are more common in women than men, with a ratio of 4-to-1. …

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Eczema linked to bone fractures and injuries

People with eczema not only face serious skin problems, but a study by Northwestern University researchers now links the condition to bone fractures and other injuries. The researchers examined more than 34,500 adults from around the nation. Participants with recent cases of eczema had a 44 percent chance of injuries more than other patients. Among …

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