Skin Conditions
Herpes Simplex Virus: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
The herpes simplex virus belongs to a family of viruses that stay in your body for life. Once you are infected, the virus travels …
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Dr. Jessica Wong, MD, FRCPC
Dermatologist · Canada Health Journal
Dr. Jessica Wong is a board-certified dermatologist in Vancouver, with 11 years of experience in medical and cosmetic dermatology. A Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC), she specializes in acne, eczema, skin cancer screening, and evidence-based skincare. Dr. Wong is committed to helping patients make informed decisions about skin health.
Articles by Dr. Jessica Wong, MD, FRCPC
Skin Conditions
Skin Irritation Causes: Top 10 Triggers to Know
Your skin is your body’s largest organ — and its first line of defence. Understanding common skin irritation causes can help you …
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Skin Conditions: Types, Causes and Treatments
Your skin is your body’s largest organ — and it faces a lot every day. Skin conditions range from mild rashes to serious …
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Scleroderma: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment in Canada
The word scleroderma literally means “hard skin.” It is a long-term autoimmune condition where the body produces too much collagen …
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Scabies: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment in Canada
Scabies is a parasitic skin condition caused by a microscopic mite called Sarcoptes scabiei.
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Tinea Versicolor: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Tinea versicolor — also called pityriasis versicolor — is a fungal infection of the skin. It happens when a naturally occurring …
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Pool Skin Infections: Risks, Diseases & Prevention
Summer days at a public pool feel refreshing — but they come with hidden health risks. Pool skin infections and other waterborne …
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Pemphigus: Causes, Types, and Treatment Options
Your immune system normally produces antibodies to fight off harmful bacteria and viruses. However, in pemphigus, those antibodies …
Skin Conditions
Neurodermatitis: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Neurodermatitis — also called lichen simplex chronicus — is a stubborn skin condition. It begins with an itch that triggers …
Skin Conditions
Birthmarks: Types, Causes & When to Worry
The exact cause of most birthmarks is not fully understood. Experts believe genetics plays a role.