Dr. Shannon C. Trotter, Board Certified Dermatologist
53 episodes
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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...
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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...
Dr. Raj Chovatiya breaks down the science and myths behind JAK inhibitors—powerful meds transforming dermatology. While black box warnings sound scary, he explains they’re based on higher-risk arthritis patients, not those with skin conditions. Unlike biologics, JAK inhibitors work inside cells to block multiple inflammatory pathways, delivering fast results—itch relief in days, visible skin improvement in weeks. Dr. Chovatiya also shares what to really know about side effects, monitoring, an...
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...
