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Ross Levy

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Dr. Ross Levy is the associate director of the Dermatologic Surgery Unit in the Division of Dermatology at NorthShore University HealthSystem. He earned his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and is board certified in dermatology. His expertise is in laser procedures, cosmetic surgery face and body, dermatologic surgery, and Mohs surgery. He holds position as a clinical instructor at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine.

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    Revised Sunscreen Labels Should Help Consumers Make Wiser Choices

    MONDAY, May 20 (HealthDay News) -- Dermatologists are saying that new federally mandated labeling laws for sunscreens should help Americans make smarter choices when it comes to products that provide the best sun protection.

    The new labels required by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration...Full Article

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    Look for New, Improved Sunscreen Labels

    FRIDAY, May 10 (HealthDay News) -- New labeling laws for sunscreen will help American consumers choose the product that provides the best sun protection, experts say.

    The new labels must provide information about whether a sunscreen will protect against skin cancer in addition to sunburn,...Full Article

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    Dog DNA May Yield Clues to Human Eczema

    FRIDAY, May 10 (HealthDay News) -- A gene associated with eczema in dogs has been identified, and that might one day lead to better treatments for people with the skin disease, a new study contends.

    The skin of patients with eczema -- whether canine or human -- ...Full Article

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    Red Hair Pigment Might Raise Melanoma Risk: Study

    THURSDAY, May 9 (HealthDay News) -- The red in redheads' hair is thought to put them at increased risk of the dangerous skin cancer melanoma, even if they don't spend a lot of time in the sun, according to a new study.

    Study co-author Dr. David Fisher and his research team first uncovered...Full Article

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    Temporary Tattoos May Leave Permanent Damage

    TUESDAY, March 26 (HealthDay News) -- As thousands of college students head to sunny spots for spring break, getting temporary tattoos may seem like a fun thing to do. But the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warns that they can cause blisters and permanent scarring.

    While the ink used ...Full Article

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    With Acne, Bacteria Strain on Your Skin May Be Culprit

    THURSDAY, Feb. 28 (HealthDay News) -- Your odds of having acne may depend on whether the "good" strain of a particular type of bacteria lives on your skin, a new study suggests.

    "People never think of wanting to have good bacteria on their skin," said lead author Huiying Li, an assistan...Full Article

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    Fans of Reality Beauty Shows Twice as Likely to Tan: Study

    THURSDAY, Jan. 10 (HealthDay News) -- People who tune in to reality beauty shows on television are much more likely to use tanning lamps and to tan outdoors than those who don't watch such shows, a new study finds.

    Indoor and outdoor tanning increase the risk of skin cancer, experts note....Full Article

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    Synthetic Skin Heals Itself With a Touch, Study Shows

    WEDNESDAY, Nov. 14 (HealthDay News) -- Scientists say they have created a touch-sensitive plastic "skin" that can heal itself when torn or cut.

    The synthetic skin includes a plastic polymer with molecules that can reorganize themselves and restore the structure of the material after it is...Full Article

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    Redheads May Face Higher Risk of Melanoma, Even Without Sun Exposure

    WEDNESDAY, Oct. 31 (HealthDay News) -- New research in mice suggests that redheaded people may be more susceptible to the dangerous type of skin cancer known as melanoma, even if they don't spend a lot of time in the sun.

    The findings haven't been confirmed in humans. Still, researchers d...Full Article

  • Ross Levy
    Ross Levy of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:
    Who is most at risk for skin cancer?
    There are genetic factors at play with skin cancer, and there have even been a number of genes that have been identified. Much work is being done to determine the role of testing for these genes; however, at the current time, we still have a way to go with respect to being able to test...  Full Post
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    Ross Levy of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:
    What are the symptoms of skin cancer?
    Skin cancer will often present as a spot on your skin that is changing in some way. It may be getting darker if it is a mole (brown spot), or it may be a sore that just hasn't ever healed. For moles, itching or bleeding can sometimes be a sign of skin cancer. A helpful algorithm is the...  Full Post
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    Ross Levy of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:
    What is skin mapping?
    "Skin mapping" can mean different things to different people. In general, I use the term to refer to the mapping of a person's moles using total body photography. We use this sometimes in people who have many moles and have a history of either melanoma or atypical moles. It can allow the...  Full Post
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    Ross Levy of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:
    How is melanoma treated?
    Surgery is the mainstay of the treatment for melanoma. Radiation has a limited role in the treatment for early- or intermediate-stage melanoma. Occasionally, radiation is used to treat advanced or metastatic melanoma. Chemotherapy is used for more advanced melanoma.  Full Post
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    Ross Levy of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:
    How does melanoma spread?
    The ability of a melanoma to spread is dependent on a number of factors, some of which we know and some we don't know. In general, the later the stage, the greater the risk of metastasis.
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    Ross Levy of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:
    What vitamins should I take if I avoid the sun?
    Vitamin D can be obtained through sun exposure and diet. It is much more important for you to protect yourself from the sun if you have a history of melanoma. That said, Vitamin D can be obtained from a variety of supplements or food, and you may want to discuss with your primary doctor whether...  Full Post