Queen City Skin
Welcome to Queen City Skin, the podcast where skincare meets science. Hosted by board-certified dermatologists Dr. Elizabeth Rostan, Founder of Charlotte Skin & Laser; and Dr. Emily O. McLean, a physician at Charlotte Skin & Laser. We're here to cut through the noise — from social media myths to marketing hype — and bring you clear, evidence-based advice on caring for your skin at every stage of life.
Queen City Skin
19. Dermatology Horror Stories | Creepy Crawlies, DIY Filler Fails & How We Fixed Them
What’s scarier than a haunted house? Realizing that the “freckle” on your leg is actually a tick, or that your at-home filler kit was a terrible idea. In this Halloween edition of Queen City Skin, Dr. Elizabeth Rostan and Dr. Emily O. McLean share real dermatology stories from the clinic -- from creepy crawlies and mysterious lumps to DIY disasters -- and how they helped patients turn fear into relief.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- DIY treatments can go terrifyingly wrong. At-home filler kits, “miracle” black pastes, and homemade skincare mixes can cause infections, abscesses, and even permanent damage.
- There really are creepy crawlies dermatologists see. From mites that trigger rosacea to ticks mistaken for moles and hidden scabies infestations, Dr. Rostan and Dr. McLean reveal how they diagnose and treat these itchy mysteries.
- Even the “scariest” skin problems can have simple solutions. Not every bump, bruise, or lump is a horror story, but some neglected skin cancers or foreign bodies can surprise even the pros. Learn the signs that mean it’s time to see a dermatologist.
Welcome to Queen City Skin, the podcast where skincare meets science. Hosted by board-certified dermatologists Dr. Elizabeth Rostan, Founder of Charlotte Skin & Laser; and Dr. Emily O. McLean, a physician at Charlotte Skin & Laser. We're here to cut through the noise — from social media myths to marketing hype — and bring you clear, evidence-based advice on caring for your skin at every stage of life.
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