David Li, MD, MBA

Harvard-trained, Board-Certified Dermatologist at Boston Derm Advocate
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🏩Harvard-trained Board-Certified Dermatologist
- Featured in TIME, Huffpost, Teen Vogue, Byrdie, 21Ninety, Patient Info, HealthCentral, and JAMA Dermatology
🔬Evidence-Based Skincare & Derm
đź’‰Dermatologist at Boston Derm & Laser Center
🧪Founder of @bostondermadvocate
www.bostondermadvocate.com

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  • Byrdie: "However, given the high fatty acid and lipid content of coconut oil, it can also induce seborrheic dermatitis and other yeast overgrowths on the skin, as certain yeast strains live off lipids and fatty acids," Li says.

  • 21ninety: "During the winter, eczema prone skin has to deal with air that’s colder and drier than during the rest of the year. “Additionally, people are more likely to take hot showers in the winter time, which strips the skin of important oils and proteins, which can further exacerbate [eczema flare ups],” board-certified dermatologist and chief operator of Boston Derm Advocate, David Li, MD, MBA told 21Ninety." https://21ninety.com/reduce-frequent-eczema-flare-ups-winter-dermatologists

  • HealthCentral: "Corticosteroids are usually used for short-term relief. With their anti-inflammatory properties, David Li, M.D., a board-certified dermatologist and chief operator also at Boston Derm Advocate, explains, “Steroids quickly reduce symptoms, but are not suitable for long-term use because of potential side effects like skin thinning, increased risk of infections, and systemic [reactions].” It’s also thought steroids can lead to what’s called a rebound flare, meaning a more severe bout of psoriasis after suppressive effects are taken away, though Dr. Li points out recent research in JAMA Dermatology questions this link." https://www.healthcentral.com/slideshow/psoriasis-medications-made-easy

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