by Dr. Gabriel M. Freitas | 10/21/2025 | Dermatological Disease, Infectious Diseases
Content discussed in this post What syphilis is and why it matters now How transmission happens: kissing, sexuality, and oral sex Symptoms by stage: primary, secondary, and tertiary Latency, neurosyphilis, and congenital syphilis Tests: when to test, window period,...
by Dr. Gabriel M. Freitas | 10/02/2025 | Dermatological Disease, Infectious Diseases
Content discussed in this post What herpes is (HSV-1 and HSV-2) Symptoms and course Transmission, reactivation, and recurrence factors Diagnosis and differentials Treatment: episodic, suppressive, and pain control Special situations (pregnancy, immunosuppression,...
by Dr. Gabriel M. Freitas | 07/04/2025 | Dermatological Disease
Athlete’s foot, medically known as tinea pedis, is a common fungal infection that primarily affects the feet but can also appear in other areas of the body. Although it is a treatable condition, many people delay seeking help due to embarrassment or lack of...
by Dr. Gabriel Freitas | 06/07/2025 | Dermatological Disease
Warts are skin lesions caused by infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV), a virus with over 200 known subtypes.Many people think HPV is only related to sexually transmitted infections, but that’s just part of the story. The virus can affect various areas of the...
by Dr. Gabriel Freitas | 05/12/2025 | Dermatological Disease
Sweating is a natural bodily function, essential for regulating internal temperature and eliminating toxins. However, when perspiration occurs excessively and out of context — such as at rest or in cold environments — it may be a sign of a condition called excessive...
by Dr. Gabriel Freitas | 04/30/2025 | Dermatological Disease
Infant eczema, also known as infant atopic dermatitis, is a chronic skin condition that affects many babies and young children. It is a non-contagious skin inflammation characterized by redness, intense itching, and dryness. Although there is no definitive cure,...