by Dr. Michael Garin | Jul 24, 2025 | Eye Care, General Health, Genetics
A skin tag is a small, soft piece of skin that hangs off the body. It looks like a tiny bump or flap. Skin tags are not harmful, and they are very common. Some people get them on their neck, arms, or underarms. Others may get them on their face, even under the eye. If...
by Dr. Michael Garin | Jul 25, 2024 | Eye Conditions, Genetics
Xeroderma Pigmentosum (XP) is a rare and serious genetic disorder that makes people extremely sensitive to ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun. This condition affects the skin, eyes, and sometimes the nervous system. It happens because of problems with certain genes...
by Dr. Michael Garin | Jun 27, 2024 | Eye Care, Genetics
Eye color, often noted for its beauty and uniqueness, is a captivating blend of genetics, evolution, and biology. The color of our eyes is determined by the pigmentation of the iris and the scattering of light by the translucent fibers within the iris. The interplay...
by Dr. Michael Garin | Dec 11, 2021 | Genetics
Human eye color comes from melanin, the same compound that determines skin and hair color. Melanin absorbs light, even some UV light, which is important for the iris — the part of the eye that controls how much light enters the pupil. Melanin and Pigment Types There...
