Medical Dermatology

What Are the Various Types of Birthmarks?

January 15, 2023
The mole on the girl's face closeup

There are different types of birthmarks that can occur in an individual. They may affect skin color or texture at the time of birth itself, or they can appear anytime during a person's life. Some of the most common types of birthmarks include café au lait spots, moles and hemangiomas. Dr. Margaret Summerville of Chevy...  read more


What is hyperhidrosis?

May 15, 2022
injections of botulinum toxin on the palms of a woman against hyperhidrosis.

If you have been diagnosed with hyperhidrosis, you know how difficult and embarrassing it can be. Many patients find that the excessive sweating cannot be controlled with antiperspirants alone. They may find themselves wearing darker clothing or layering to avoid the noticeable "pit stains" associated with this condition. With proper diagnosis and treatment, many patients...  read more


What types of birthmarks are seen by dermatologists?

March 15, 2022
female with large brown spot on face under eye looking at mirror reflection

Birthmarks are a unique trait to many patients. When you are born, you may have had a mark on the skin. This mark can develop anywhere and may look different depending on the type of birthmark. At Chevy Chase Dermatology, Dr. Margaret Summerville and her team can evaluate a patient to determine the type of...  read more


How to reduce excessive sweating, or hyperhidrosis

December 15, 2021
Young woman with sweat stain on her clothes against grey background

Patients who have hyperhidrosis experience excessive sweating that can not only be uncomfortable, but embarrassing. In fact, many patients who deal with this condition are often seeking solutions. Dr. Margaret Summerville of Chevy Chase Dermatology is committed to providing patients with option to help, allowing individuals to improve their self-confidence with lasting treatments. Understanding hyperhidrosis...  read more


What is a ringworm?

November 15, 2021

When you hear of “ringworm,” you may believe that there is an actual worm in your skin. However, this is actually not the case. Instead, this is just the name of a fungal infection that affects the skin and can be easily treated after a proper diagnosis. At Chevy Chase Dermatology, we see patients regularly...  read more


Facial redness correction with Dr. Margaret Summerville

October 15, 2021

There are many reasons why a patient might be dealing with facial redness. This may include sun damaged skin, hormonal changes, rosacea, or contact dermatitis. Regardless, patients who are unable to reduce redness on their own with cosmetics or topical products available over-the-counter might consider reaching out to a dermatologist. A dermatologist is a medical...  read more


Types of birthmarks

July 15, 2021

If you were born with discoloration on the skin, you may have what is called a birthmark. Birthmarks may be present at birth or develop within the first month or so of life. They are noncancerous (benign) and can occur anywhere on the face and body. They vary in size, shape, and color depending on...  read more


Understanding ringworm

June 15, 2021

In terms of contagious skin disease, there are a wide variety that can impact anyone at any time. One of the more common is that of ringworm.  What is ringworm?  If you believe that ringworm is caused by worms, you would be wrong! This condition does not involve worms, and is actually a skin infection...  read more


What you need to know about precancerous lesions

August 15, 2020

Our team at Chevy Chase Dermatology educates patients on the concerns that arise with skin cancer. Skin cancer is a serious condition that can be deadly, but with early detection and treatment, many patients are able to survive skin cancer. This is why regular skin cancer screenings are vital to managing this diagnosis. However, there...  read more


What is atopic dermatitis?

December 15, 2019
atopic dermatitis

A dermatologist is a professional who can help patients with a wide variety of skin concerns, including medical and cosmetic issues. At Chevy Chase Dermatology, we are committed to helping Chevy Chase, MD area patients obtain the diagnosis and treatment of conditions that are impacting their skin’s health and appearance. One condition that is often...  read more


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