by Dr. Alan S. Peterson, M.D.

 

Asbestosis is a disease that scars your lungs. It happens when you breathe in asbestos fibers over time. Asbestos is a mineral that was used in the past to make things fireproof. Click here to read more...

 

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by Dr. Alan S. Peterson, M.D.

 

Hypertriglyceridemia is when you have too much fat in your blood. This fat is called triglycerides. People with high triglycerides usually do not have symptoms. Sometimes it causes heart and liver problems if high enough. Click here to read more...

 

 

by Dr. Alan S. Peterson, M.D.

 

Impetigo is a skin infection caused by bacteria. They can be either strep or staph. It is a rash that starts as a small red spot or bump and turns into a blister frequently. They usually leave a honey-colored crust. Sometimes the blisters can get very large. Click here to read more...

 

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by Dr. Alan S. Peterson, M.D.

 

Rosacea is a disease that affects the skin on the face. It often begins as redness that looks like a blush across the nose, cheeks, chin, or forehead. As time goes on, red pimples and pus-filled bumps may appear. Some people also notice small blood vessels across their nose and cheeks. Click here to read more...