Skin cancer can occur anywhere, but scars and burn injuries are at a higher risk. Wearing sunscreen and, when possible, avoiding UV radiation can lower the risk of developing skin cancer in a scar.

According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists’ Committee Opinion on Nonobstetric Surgery during Pregnancy, pregnant women should not be denied indicated emergency surgery ...

A new study reveals promising new strategies to prevent skin scarring after injuries. A new study in Burns & Trauma, published by Oxford University Press, reveals promising new strategies to prevent ...

An atrophic scar is an indented scar that heals below the normal layer of skin tissue. Atrophic scars form when the skin is unable to regenerate tissue. As a result, it leaves behind imbalanced ...

Scars come in many shapes and sizes, but they all have one thing in common: itchiness. While new scars are often the itchiest, old scars can itch too, especially when you experience skin changes like ...

A scar is what is left when a wound on your skin heals. Scars form after you heal from burns, cuts, sores, scrapes, or even surgery. They may slowly fade away with time, but they generally do not go ...

Scars and dark spots are common side effects of acne. While there are lots of products and treatments available, not all of them are best for skin of color. Here’s what to know about how to treat and ...

Acne scarring plagues the pores of so many who have long-since recovered from active acne. With the recent advent of laser technology and dermatological research, much progress has been made in ...