|Articles|May 1, 2004

'Sensitive skin' a dilemma for derms:How do you treat what you can't see?

Maui, Hawaii - While complaints of "sensitive skin" may be challenging to address, dermatologists can frequently help patients obtain relief, even if there are no overt clinical manifestations to treat, according to Patricia G. Engasser, M.D.

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