Author: Therese Limbana

Therese Anne Limbana was born and raised in the Philippines. She migrated in the US to work as a nurse and served as a front-liner during the global pandemic. She worked in Albany Medical Center and the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center at the Intensive Care Unit and Endoscopy Department. Therese received a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Cum Laude from St. Paul University, her MD from West Visayas State University, and currently working for her DO degree at New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Hair-Pulling Disorder: What is Trichotillomania

It is no surprise to many people that hair pulling is associated with stressful conditions like intense work sessions or study sessions before difficult medical school exams. Trichotillomania (TTM) is a consistent pattern of pulling out hair, leading to visible hair loss. Individuals often describe experiencing anxiety before hair pulling and experiencing pleasure, satisfaction, or […]

Understanding Pigmented Contact Dermatitis

Pigmented contact dermatitis (PCD) is a skin condition that causes dark spots to appear after contact with certain allergens. These allergens are often found in everyday items such as cosmetics, fragrances, dyes, pollen, and even industrial pollutants. PCD is especially common among individuals with darker skin tones and can significantly impact their quality of life. […]