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Skin Conditions Our Dermatologist Can Treat
posted: Jan. 18, 2022.

If you’re in need of a dermatologist in Oklahoma City, OK, Dr. Elizabeth Gawey of Gawey Dermatology can provide the care you need. Commonly Treated Skin Conditions While Dr. Gawey can assist Read more
What to Look for in Your Moles
posted: Jun. 14, 2021.

With over 9,000 people estimated to die from melanoma in 2017 alone, it’s important that you take the necessary precautions to not only protect your skin from the harmful effects Read more

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Monday:

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Tuesday:

9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Wednesday:

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Thursday:

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Friday:

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Saturday:

Closed

Sunday:

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Note: Hours may vary with holidays and weather

Psoriasis

OVERVIEW Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune disorder that causes your skin cells to multiply too quickly. As a result, your skin becomes itchy, flaky, and inflamed as this sped-up growth cycle interferes with the typical skin turnover process. Psoriasis is not a contagious condition. It also cannot be ...
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Warts

Warts are non-cancerous, benign growths on the skin that are caused by infection from viruses known as human papillomavirus (HPV). The most common type of warts include: common warts, plantar warts (warts that appear on the soles of the feet), flat warts, and genital warts. Warts can present as rough, ...
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Merkel Cell Carcinoma

Merkel cell carcinoma is a rare but very aggressive form of skin cancer. It commonly presents as a rapidly growing nodule or bump on a sun-exposed site such as the face, head, or neck. Merkel cell carcinomas can range in color from flesh colored to red, purple, or blue. This type of aggressive skin cancer ...
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Scleroderma

Scleroderma is a rare autoimmune condition that causes the hardening and tightening of the skin and connective tissue underneath it. The condition can also impact underlying blood vessels and organs. Affected individuals may exhibit Raynaud’s phenomenon - a condition where the fingers and toes may ...
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Pityriasis Alba

Pityriasis alba is often thought of as a low grade form of eczema. It presents with ill-defined, light colored (hypopigmented), slightly scaly patches of skin most commonly found on the face. It affects mainly children and adolescents and is often more noticeable in darker skin tones or tanned skin. ...
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Lichen Sclerosus

Lichen sclerosus is a chronic skin condition most commonly affects the genital skin. The affected areas become thin, white, crinkled, irritated, and/or intensely itchy. Blisters and sores can also form. Left untreated, the condition can lead to scarring and increase an individual’s risk for skin cancer, ...
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Lupus

Lupus is a group of autoimmune diseases where the body’s own immune system attacks healthy tissue leading to inflammation and damage in the affected organs. Lupus can affect the skin, joints, kidneys, brain, heart, lungs, and blood cells. Types of lupus include: Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)This ...
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Lipoma

Lipomas are common fatty tumors that present as soft or rubbery lumps or bumps underneath the skin that are easily moved. They can occur as a solitary lesion or multiple lesions (often occurring in families). Lipomas can occur anywhere on the body where fat tissue is present, but are most common on the ...
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Lichen Planus

Lichen planus is an inflammatory condition that can affect the skin, hair, nails, and mucous membranes (such as the mouth and genital region). On the skin, it presents as small, pink to purple, itchy, flat-topped papules. Though the rash can appear anywhere (including on the genital skin), favored sites ...
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Lice

Lice are tiny insects that live on human hair and clothing fibers and can be seen with the naked eye. These tiny bugs attach to the hair and feed on human blood, causing intense itching in the affected areas. People can suffer from 3 different types of infestation: head lice (pediculosis capitis), body ...
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