by Dr. Gabriel Freitas | 04/22/2025 | Dermatological Disease
Eczema, also known as dermatitis, is an inflammatory skin condition affecting millions worldwide, presenting symptoms such as intense itching, redness, scaling, and in more severe cases, cracks and even small wounds. Although the term “eczema” is often used...
by Dr. Gabriel Freitas | 04/20/2025 | Dermatological Disease
Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin disease that affects about 2% of the world population. Although it is not contagious, it still carries a lot of stigma and misinformation, affecting not only the physical health but also the emotional well-being of patients....
by Dr. Gabriel Freitas | 04/18/2025 | Dermatological Disease
Seborrheic Dermatitis: What It Is, Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments Seborrheic dermatitis is a very common skin condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Although it is not contagious or a serious health risk, it can cause discomfort, impact self-esteem,...
by Dr. Gabriel Freitas | 04/14/2025 | Gastrointestinal Diseases
It’s common for people to confuse milk allergy with lactose intolerance. Both involve adverse reactions to milk consumption, but they are distinct conditions, with very different causes, symptoms, and treatments. Understanding these differences is essential for...
by Dr. Gabriel Freitas | 04/12/2025 | Infectious Diseases
Recently, the American network NBC News reported the second death caused by measles in the state of Texas, USA. The victim was a child under five years old. This case raises an international alert about the growing risk of the disease, which a few years ago was...