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Hair Loss
General Information: Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease whereby the immune system attacks healthy hair follicle leading to hair loss typically on the head. Symptoms include hair thinning, hair loss and baldness. In some cases, total baldness develops and hair loss is permanent, but usually the hair regrows after several months. Dr. Liana Abramova and her staff specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of hair loss and can help you manage this condition effectively. Call 703-828-7128 to set up an appointment today
Tinea Versicolor
General Information: Tinea versicolor is a condition characterized by a skin eruption on the trunk and proximal extremities. It is caused by a yeast that produces a substance that represses skin pigmentation, causing pale spots. It is one of the most common skin diseases in tropical and subtropical areas of the world. People who live in tropical areas may have tinea versicolor year-round. Dr. Liana Abramova and her staff specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of tinea versicolor and can help you manage this condition effectively. Call 703-828-7128 to set up an appointment today
Athlete’s Foot
General Information. Athlete’s foot (tinea pedis) is a fungal infection that usually begins between the toes. It commonly occurs in people whose feet have become very sweaty while confined within tightfitting shoes. Signs and symptoms of athlete’s foot include a scaly rash that usually causes itching, stinging and burning. Athlete’s foot is contagious and can be spread via contaminated floors, towels or clothing. Athlete’s foot is closely related to other fungal infections such as ringworm and jock itch. Dr. Liana Abramova and her staff specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of athlete’s foot and will help you understand and manage the condition effectively. Call Dermatology of Virginia in Fairfax at (703) 828-7128 and schedule your appointment today
Fungal Infections
General Information. Fungal infections can affect anyone, and they can appear on several parts of the body. A jock with athlete’s foot, a baby with thrush, and a woman with a vaginal yeast infection are just a few examples. Fungal infections can be contagious. They can spread from one person to another. In some cases, you can also catch disease-causing fungi from infected animals or contaminated soil or surfaces. Dr. Liana Abramova and her staff specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of fungal infections and will help you understand and manage the condition effectively. Call Dermatology of Virginia in Fairfax at (703) 828-7128 and schedule your appointment today