Skin Conditions Treated

Psoriasis is an inflammatory skin condition. It responds very well to phototherapy, which is considered a first-line treatment method by the National Psoriasis Foundation. Testing the microbiome can uncover infections and imbalances that can trigger psoriasis in genetically susceptible individuals.

Eczema is a complex skin condition that has many possible triggers. A key finding is permeable or “leaky” skin. Leaky skin is unable to keep moisture inside and is unable to keep allergens and bacteria outside. This results in a cascade of inflammation and discomfort. Phototherapy treatments can help heal eczema while we investigate your triggers.

Hives are smooth, red welts that come and go in response to an allergy. Phototherapy is a very effective treatment method for hives and has longer-lasting results than antihistamines. There are many causes of hives, including infections, allergies, medications, and microbiome imbalances.

Vitiligo is an autoimmune condition where the body’s immune system attacks the pigment-making cells in the skin called melanocytes. It can be focal or widespread. Light treatment has been a mainstay of vitiligo treatment since 1400 BC! 

Contact dermatitis can be either irritant or allergic in nature. Patch testing is skin allergy testing that can be done to determine the specific allergen to which someone is reacting.

An internal or external abnormality can be the cause of itching. There are many different causes, from kidney disease to food sensitivity, medications, diabetes, or even cancer. Phototherapy is used to treat itching while we look into the cause of your itching.

Acne is a condition of Western society and is driven by an inflammatory diet, gut infections and imbalances, hormonal imbalances or environmental exposures. Functional medicine addresses the root cause of acne.

There are several types of hair loss. It can be due to stress, nutritional deficiencies, autoimmune or inflammatory diseases, or it can be genetic. A combination of screening blood tests and a functional workup is often needed to determine the cause of hair loss.

Granuloma Annulare is an inflammatory skin condition that can be focal or widespread. Infections, medications, or unidentified triggers can be the cause. A combination of traditional and functional medicine practices is used in the treatment of this skin condition.