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...
Rethinking Sun Protection Part 3: Sun Protection Beyond SPF
Derm-it Trotter! Don't Swear About Skincare.
22 minutes
2 months ago
Rethinking Sun Protection Part 3: Sun Protection Beyond SPF
In this episode, dermatologist Dr. Katie Varmann explores advanced sun protection beyond sunscreen. From antioxidants like vitamin C and E to DNA repair enzymes, melatonin, and niacinamide, she explains how these ingredients fight oxidative stress, repair damage, and boost skin defense. She also shares simple morning and evening routines tailored to your needs and budget. The takeaway: you don’t have to avoid the sun—just protect smarter with a layered approach.
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...
