Medical Dermatology
What is 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
How to reduce excessive sweating, or hyperhidrosis
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?
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
Types of birthmarks
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
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 Is Ringworm and How Is It Treated?
While many people have heard of ringworm, they may not be well aware of what it is and how to treat it. At Chevy Chase Dermatology, Dr. Margaret Summerville is pleased to offer patients a proper diagnosis of their condition and discuss their treatment options. What is ringworm? Ringworm isn’t even caused by a worm.... read more
3 Common Skin Problems
Your skin is the largest organ on your body and its; also one of the most sensitive. Even though your skin is quick to heal itself after something like a papercut or burn, it is not entirely resilient. Here at our office, we see patients for a wide variety of skin issues. Let’s take a... read more
What Makes Us Unique
With so many spas offering cosmetic procedures like micro needling, microdermabrasion, and Botox it can seem like there’s practically one around every corner, which can make choosing a spa to go to feel overwhelming. Here at Chevy Chase Dermatology, we pride ourselves on being unique, which we feel, makes us a better choice. But how... read more
Plant Your Feet on the Ground: The Truth Behind Plantar Warts
Kids are notorious for being dirty and covered in germs— hence the term, “snotty-nosed kids.” And by constantly being exposed to germs and other children with even more germs, your child is more susceptible to getting things like warts. Warts are caused by the virus called human papillomavirus (HPV) which can easily be transmitted from... read more
