Dermatology of New Mexico’s Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Acne is the most common skin condition in the United States. Most people who have acne are teenagers or young adults, however acne can occur at any age. Many women in their 30s and older suffer with acne as well. It is caused by occlusion of the pores along with inflammation, bacteria, and oil production. Acne can be painful and lead to discoloration and scarring.

Early treatment can help prevent scarring and improve self esteem. There are multiple topical and oral prescriptions available to treat acne and we can help you achieve clearer skin!

Rosacea is a common skin disorder that causes a background of redness, flushing, visible blood vessels of the nose and cheeks, and sometimes can progress to acne-like lesions. On occasion, the skin thickens and has a bumpy texture. Eyes may become red and irritated, and sometimes eyelids can be swollen. Patients with rosacea tend to have more sensitive skin.

Treatment can reduce the redness, bumps, and inflammation. We offer recommendations on lifestyle changes, proper skincare regimens, as well as prescription topical and oral medications along with laser options for treatment of rosacea.

Moles are colored lesions that appear on the skin during childhood and adolescence. They can be skin-colored or a variation of brown. Some moles will darken, and others will lighten. In older adults, new moles and changes to existing moles can be a sign of an abnormal mole or melanoma. Caught early, melanoma is highly treatable.

A change to a mole or a new mole may be the first sign of melanoma or abnormal mole. You can find melanoma early by checking your own skin.

If you see a mole or other spot that’s growing, itching, bleeding, or changing in any way, please make an appointment to see one of our dermatologists. If our Dermatology team is suspicious about one of your moles a simple biopsy on the same day of your appointment can be performed.