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Seborrheic keratosis
What is it? Seborrheic keratosis is a benign proliferation of cells in the epidermis, the outermost layer of the skin. It is part of the
Laser scar treatment
Excessive scars are made up of an accumulation of collagen fibers irregularly arranged in the middle part of the skin, the dermis. This accumulation of
Warts
What are warts? Warts are the product of skin infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV), and appear as keratotic papules (raised and scratchy lesions) in
False beliefs about hair
Does washing your hair daily cause more hair to fall out? No. If the wash is gentle and does not dry the hair traumatically, it
False beliefs of moles
MYTHS AND FALSE BELIEFS ABOUT MOLES AND THE SUN 1. “Moles on palms or soles are malignant and have to be removed” This is not
Acne in adult girl
I’m a 27-year-old girl and I have acne. I think it’s due to a hormonal issue, because if I take the contraceptive pill the pimples
Atopic skin
My one-year-old daughter has atopic skin. What treatment do you recommend? The main alteration in atopic dermatitis focuses on the composition and amount of the
Lichen planus
What is it? Lichen planus is an inflammatory disease of unknown cause that affects the skin and/or mucous membranes. Although the most frequently diagnosed form
Cut lips
I always have my lips cut, both in summer and winter. I’ve tried many creams, but nothing. What can I do? First of all, you
Dyshidrotic eczema or dyshidrosis
I am a 54-year-old woman and sometimes the skin on my fingers cracks. They come out like bubbles of water, they itch, burn, and it
Psoriasis: skin, scalp and nail manifestations
CLINICAL DIAGNOSIS OF PSORIASIS Psoriasis is probably the most common and popular skin disease. Despite its prevalence of 2% worldwide and being a frequent reason
Basal cell carcinoma
What is basal cell carcinoma? Basal cell carcinoma, also called basal cell epithelioma or basalioma, is the most common malignant tumour in humans. It consists
Why do we get tanned?
Dr. Dídac Barco presents a new collaboration with the radio station RAC1 in which he explains to listeners in a very simple way the reason
Condyloma acuminatus and HPV infection (part 2)
HPV infection PART 2: DIAGNOSIS, TREATMENT, AND FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS DIAGNOSIS OF GENITAL WARTS Which doctor should I see if I think I have genital
Condyloma acuminatus and HPV infection (part 1)
Part 1: GENERAL INFORMATION AND ROUTE OF TRANSMISSION What are genital warts? Genital warts, called condylomas acuminata, are the product of infection with the human
Gibert’s Pityriasis rosea
What is Pityriasis Rosa? Pityriasis rosea of Gibert is an inflammatory skin disease, with a self-limiting course, and which is expressed with a very characteristic
Myths and Evidence About Acne
Acne, one of the most frequent reasons for consultation in dermatology, is a common inflammatory disease in the general population. The most common variant is
Collaboration on TV3
On July 4, 2012, Dr. Dídac Barco was invited to the magazine program “Divendres” on TV3, presented by Xavier Coral and Espartac Peran, to talk
Photoprotection tips
In honor of the recent Euromelanoma 2012 campaign on skin cancer prevention and the arrival of the summer season, check out this document on photoprotection
Laser hair removal
The appearance of pronounced hair in certain areas of the body can be annoying or aesthetically unflattering. The use of laser devices with intense pulsed
Treatment of expression wrinkles with botulinum toxin
The repetitive or sustained movement of the muscles of the face ends up leaving a definitive mark in the form of wrinkles and furrows on
