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Dr. Harley Haynes, MD

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Dr. Harley Haynes is a dermatologist practicing in Boston, MA. Dr. Haynes specializes in skin care. Dermatologists evaluate and manage both common and uncommon skin conditions. These conditions include acne, psoriasis, warts, skin infections, atopic dermatitis, herpes simplex and more. Dermatologists are also experts in more complex skin diseases like impetigo, hidradenitis and milaria. Dr. Haynes diagnoses skin problems and develops unique treatments plans for each individual patient.

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62 years Experience

Dr. Harley Haynes, MD

Boston, MA
Harvard Med Sch, Boston Ma
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What causes an arm rash?

Not sure. But could be spider bites. Definitely looks as if something from outside irritated the skin.

Is this a safe poison ivy remedy?

Hydrogen peroxide will not help the rash, which will take 2-3 weeks to resolve. 1% hydrocortisone cream will help some. If severe, see a doctor, preferably a dermatologist, or READ MORE

Hydrogen peroxide will not help the rash, which will take 2-3 weeks to resolve. 1% hydrocortisone cream will help some. If severe, see a doctor, preferably a dermatologist, or your primary care physician.

What are cancerous skin sores?

The sores do not look like skin cancers to me, but more likely some sort of inflammation. I would suggest an appointment with a dermatologist to get a more precise diagnosis and READ MORE

The sores do not look like skin cancers to me, but more likely some sort of inflammation. I would suggest an appointment with a dermatologist to get a more precise diagnosis and treatment recommendations.

Small brownish spot on arm not going away?

The spot appears rectangular. This indicates with almost 100% certainty that it is due to some sort of contact with a similarly shaped object that resulted in mild inflammation READ MORE

The spot appears rectangular. This indicates with almost 100% certainty that it is due to some sort of contact with a similarly shaped object that resulted in mild inflammation that in turn caused some increase in skin pigmentation. This will likely resolve over a period of several months. This is not a problem with your health.

I have a skin tag DIY removal issue?

Tie it again, but tighter. Wait until it gets black and hard before cutting it off just on the far side of the tie.

Tingling in my scalp?

Does not seem important. Try to be more gentle on your scalp while brushing.

Wounds on my skin?

I can't see the lesions well enough to begin to make a diagnosis. They appear to be short linear erosions, raising a question of external trauma, such as scratches or superficial READ MORE

I can't see the lesions well enough to begin to make a diagnosis. They appear to be short linear erosions, raising a question of external trauma, such as scratches or superficial lacerations.

Odd mole?

See a doctor because it itches, is inflamed, and bleeds. It may require a biopsy.

Red blotchy spots on forearms?

These spots are minor bruises from the incidental traumas such as you describe. Small amounts of blood are forced out of superficial blood vessels and become free in the superficial READ MORE

These spots are minor bruises from the incidental traumas such as you describe. Small amounts of blood are forced out of superficial blood vessels and become free in the superficial soft tissue. This resolves in a few days; the more severe the bruising, the longer the resolution will take.

What happened to my mole?

Not sure. The mole has developed a dense cluster of small blisters. Without more information, it is not diagnostic. Possibilities include herpes simplex, allergic contact dermatitis, READ MORE

Not sure. The mole has developed a dense cluster of small blisters. Without more information, it is not diagnostic. Possibilities include herpes simplex, allergic contact dermatitis, unusual drug eruption, and intense reaction to an insect or arthropod bite.

Large bump on tongue?

I don't know what this is. Please see an ENT MD.

What steps are needed to treat my razor bumps?

Apply 1% hydrocortisone cream morning to reduce the inflammation. The hairs most likely will grow out in their own. If some hairs actually become ingrown, a sterile needle could READ MORE

Apply 1% hydrocortisone cream morning to reduce the inflammation. The hairs most likely will grow out in their own. If some hairs actually become ingrown, a sterile needle could be used to free them. If problems continue after that, see your doctor.

Blue spots on arm?

If the spot itself is tender to touch, it could be an infection or a vascular inflammation. I recommend a visit to your doctor or to a dermatologist ASAP to check it out.

Tan that really doesn't want to go away?

It is not unusual for a sun tan to persist to some degree for years. My arms have a light short sleeves tan, but I have not exposed them for more than a year.

Geometric spot on cheek?

The time course is too fast for a skin cancer. If it is tender to touch, it could be a localized infection or some type of insect or arachnid bite/sting. If it itches, it could READ MORE

The time course is too fast for a skin cancer. If it is tender to touch, it could be a localized infection or some type of insect or arachnid bite/sting. If it itches, it could be an allergic reaction to a bite. I really don't have enough information to make a reasonable diagnosis, so I recommend seeing your doctor or a dermatologist.

Used a dry loofah on my face...I guess you know what happened?

Sounds to me that you really should visit a dermatologist instead of messing around.

Cyst on scalp?

It does not sound serious, but if it doesn’t resolve on its own in 2 weeks, see your doctor.

Red rash on penis foreskin containing little dots inside the rash?

Might be inflamed from friction, such as from masturbation. Relax, leave it alone, and it should resolve within 2 weeks. If not, see your doctor.

Lymph nodes?

The enlarged nodes could result from any infection or inflammation in your genitalia or in your left lower extremity. In addition, lymph nodes can become enlarged by trapping malignant READ MORE

The enlarged nodes could result from any infection or inflammation in your genitalia or in your left lower extremity. In addition, lymph nodes can become enlarged by trapping malignant cells from the lymph draining from anywhere in the anatomical areas listed above, or becoming malignant themselves (lymphoma). If the enlarged nodes are tender to touch, the enlargement is less likely to be from a malignancy. If the condition does not resolve within a couple of weeks, or an area of concern is identified in the relevant anatomical areas, see your doctor.

Harley A. Haynes, M.D.