Medical Dermatology
Hyperhidrosis Treatments to Sweat Less This Summer
Are you tired of constantly battling excessive sweating, especially during the scorching summer months? Hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating, can be frustrating and embarrassing, but you don't have to suffer in silence. If you have tried making lifestyle changes — such as staying hydrated or wearing loose clothing made from natural fibers — and are not seeing... read more
What Are the Various Types of Birthmarks?
There are different types of birthmarks that can occur in an individual. They may affect skin color or texture at the time of birth itself, or they can appear anytime during a person's life. Some of the most common types of birthmarks include café au lait spots, moles and hemangiomas. Dr. Margaret Summerville of Chevy... read more
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
What types of birthmarks are seen by dermatologists?
Birthmarks are a unique trait to many patients. When you are born, you may have had a mark on the skin. This mark can develop anywhere and may look different depending on the type of birthmark. At Chevy Chase Dermatology, Dr. Margaret Summerville and her team can evaluate a patient to determine the type of... 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
Facial redness correction with Dr. Margaret Summerville
There are many reasons why a patient might be dealing with facial redness. This may include sun damaged skin, hormonal changes, rosacea, or contact dermatitis. Regardless, patients who are unable to reduce redness on their own with cosmetics or topical products available over-the-counter might consider reaching out to a dermatologist. A dermatologist is a medical... 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 you need to know about precancerous lesions
Our team at Chevy Chase Dermatology educates patients on the concerns that arise with skin cancer. Skin cancer is a serious condition that can be deadly, but with early detection and treatment, many patients are able to survive skin cancer. This is why regular skin cancer screenings are vital to managing this diagnosis. However, there... read more