•The Merle gene creates mottled patches of color in a solid color coat, blue or odd-colored eyes, and can affect skin pigment as well.…
Vitiligo occurs when the body attacks the cells that control skin pigmentation. The areas that are attacked then cause smooth, white patches to form on the body when the skin loses pigment. These patches often form on the hands and face. Vitiligo on the scalp causes white hair to grow from that area. It is not a painful condition, but people who have it are often sensitive about the way they look. Only around one percent of the population is affected by this condition.…
The sun emits harmful ultraviolet rays. Excessive exposure to harmful sun rays accelerates the melanin production in the body and leads to darkening of the exposed skin. This causes the skin to tan which may even lead to other serious skin problems like acne, pimples, fine lines, wrinkles, skin burn, premature aging, and hyper-pigmentation and dark spots. Tanning usually makes the skin look dull and lifeless. There are several chemical cosmetic products that can be used to get rid of skin tan. However, the chemicals may not be good for the skin and may harm the skin in different ways and so it is better to use natural anti-tan methods and remedies to get rid of tan.…
References: Arnold, T. (2008).The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology. Physician Assistants in Dermatology. PMCID: PMC2989822…
-pallor, especially of the ears, the nail beds, the palmar creases, the conjunctivae, and around the…
In Richard Rodriguez’s story "Complexion," he solves the conflict between his brown skin color and his own identity. Rodriguez had accepted who he is and was no longer concerned about his brown skin color and facial features that identify him as a working class Mexican. He stated that his skin color means nothing to his identity because Rodriguez realizes his skin color does not label him "disadvantaged" in life (148). Rodriguez's real identity separates himself from the Mexican workers. He tells himself "What made me different from them was an attitude of mind, my imagination of myself"(148). In the end, Rodriguez finally understands the Mexican workers, their silence of struggle that stays with him.…
Throughout ‘A Christmas Carol’, a novella by Charles Dickens, it is apparent that there is an on going development and alteration of the character of Ebenezer Scrooge, whom the story is based around.…
There is no known way to prevent or cure vitiligo. However, several methods, including cosmetics, re-pigmentation using UV light therapy, corticosteroid creams, depigmentation of unaffected skin areas, and skin grafting, can be used to improve the appearance of skin severely affected by vitiligo.…
Most skin cancer are caused by sun exposure. Exposure to some chemicals and in rare cases the abnormal genes that cause skin cancer can be inherited by children from their parents…
How is your tan developing? Dark? Dark as you want to be? You know with the weather improving and the fourth of July just around the corner the opportunity to go outside in the sun, sun bathing, swimming - well, you know what I mean - can invite sunburn and unwanted looks at those white legs.…
There are several factors that contribute to the cause of BCC. These factors include, light colored skin, light colored eyes, blonde or red hair, overexposure to x-rays or radiation, many moles, genetics, many severe sunburns early in life, and long term daily sun exposure (Medline Plus, 2012). Individuals with light colored skin, hair, and eyes have poor tanning abilities and are more likely to have sun-damaged skin (Roewart-Hober, 2007). Radiation therapy in childhood for ringworm on a 58 year old patient caused an aggressively growing BCC that took over most of the posterior scalp (Asilian, 2005). Genetics also contribute to your likelihood of getting a BCC. A family history of skin cancer can increase your chances of having a BCC (Skelton, 2009). Also, there is several inherited and acquired skin disorders associated with BCC. These disorders include xeroderma pigmentosum, nevoid basal cell syndrome, Bazex-syndrome, Rasmussen syndrome, Rombo syndrome, and albinism (Roewert-Hober, 2007). Although there are several contributing factors to BCC, the number one cause is sun exposure and other ultraviolet…
In recent years, there has been a lot of controversy about tanning, and tanning beds. From the moment we are born we are being warned about the harms of UV rays. When going to the beach, or to play outside parents are always lathering their children up with sunblock, and constantly reapplying. When the children grow old enough to go to the beach by themselves parents are still warning them to remember to put sunblock on and yet as one walks down the beach you see an increasing amount of people tanning. This tanning behavior is well known, you either lay flat on your back or flat on your stomach. Some people will read, listen to music, and even sleep. Most often when people engage in these types of behavior they are doing so to…
East of Eden is a classic tale that incorporates many themes and motifs within the storyline. Throughout the film, Steinbeck makes numerous references about good versus evil. The characters Cal and Aaron Trask are based upon the biblical characters Cain and Abel. Aaron represents everything good while everyone considers Cal “bad.” The film starts off with Cal finding out a deep family secret. Adam Trask is a farmer, the war draft board chairman as well as Cal and Aaron’s father. In the story, he obviously favors Aaron more than Cal. He seems to have full confidence that Aaron will succeed in his life. However, when it comes to Cal he isn’t really sure who he is. The story takes a dramatic twist and Cal shows that even the “baddest” have some good in them.…
By now, many of you have noticed that I have been growing a moustache since the beginning of November. Fortunately, a few members of our team have joined me, as Joe’s and Ty’s moustaches are beginning to strengthen as well, so I’m not the only one!…
Most people have slow progression of vitiligo. In some people the problem disappears by itself; for others it doesn't. For people whose vitiligo does not disappear on their own, there is various treatment options. There are multiple vitamins, like the B-complex multivitamin. Also, there is a specialty supplement called Total Balance. Total Balance contains Folic Acid, Vitamin E 600-800 IU (international units) and ascorbic acid. A topical treatment that is used is a Vitamin D ointment. People with vitiligo could also use makeup to hide the patches or do a PUVA light treatment.…