Dr. Shannon C. Trotter, Board Certified Dermatologist
53 episodes
3 days ago
Psoriasis doesn’t look the same on every skin tone. In this episode, we break down how psoriasis appears on darker skin, lighter skin and mixed tones, why inflammation may look purple, brown or gray instead of red, and why these differences can delay diagnosis. We explore the limits of the Fitzpatrick scale, how ancestry shapes skin response, and what patients with melanin-rich skin should know about treatment, light therapy and pigment changes. With dermatologist Dr. Mona Shariari, we explai...
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Psoriasis doesn’t look the same on every skin tone. In this episode, we break down how psoriasis appears on darker skin, lighter skin and mixed tones, why inflammation may look purple, brown or gray instead of red, and why these differences can delay diagnosis. We explore the limits of the Fitzpatrick scale, how ancestry shapes skin response, and what patients with melanin-rich skin should know about treatment, light therapy and pigment changes. With dermatologist Dr. Mona Shariari, we explai...
Your skin doesn’t follow the calendar—it follows the weather. As temps cool and indoor heat kicks in, we share how to shift from summer’s light layers to a fall routine that restores hydration, strengthens the barrier, and fades post-sun pigment—without irritation. Registered nurse and aesthetic nurse specialist Raquel Merlini joins us to break down hydration by skin type, smart retinoid use, and why SPF still matters in fall. We also cover post-summer pigment care, from vitamin C and azelaic...
Derm-it Trotter! Don't Swear About Skincare.
Psoriasis doesn’t look the same on every skin tone. In this episode, we break down how psoriasis appears on darker skin, lighter skin and mixed tones, why inflammation may look purple, brown or gray instead of red, and why these differences can delay diagnosis. We explore the limits of the Fitzpatrick scale, how ancestry shapes skin response, and what patients with melanin-rich skin should know about treatment, light therapy and pigment changes. With dermatologist Dr. Mona Shariari, we explai...