Consultant Dermatologist
Consultant Dermatologist
Treatment of skin diseases
Dry skin, medically known as Xeroderma, the impact of dry skin goes beyond mere cosmetic concerns. The discomfort, itchiness, and sometimes painful consequences of xeroderma can significantly affect one’s quality of life. Symptoms of Dry Skin The signs and symptoms of dry skin are often straightforward and easily recognizable. They may include: How to prevent …
XERODERMA What is Xeroderma? Xeroderma, also known as xerosis cutis or simply dry skin, is a common skin condition characterized by dryness, itching, and scaling of the skin. It can affect people of all ages and can vary in severity from mild to severe. Symptoms of Xeroderma Xeroderma, or dry skin, can manifest with a …
VITILIGO What is Vitiligo? Vitiligo is a chronic skin condition caused by the loss of melanocytes, the cells responsible for producing melanin, which gives color to the skin, hair, and eyes. As a result, individuals with vitiligo develop white patches of depigmented skin that can appear anywhere on the body. Causes, Prevention & Treatment of …
SKIN TAGS & WARTS What are Skin Tags? Skin tags, medically known as acrochordons or fibroepithelial polyps, are small, benign (non-cancerous) growths that appear on the skin’s surface. They are typically flesh-colored or slightly darker and can vary in size from a few millimeters to a few centimeters. Skin tags often have a stalk or peduncle that …
SEBORRHEIC DERMATITIS What is Seborrheic Dermatitis? Seborrheic dermatitis is a common chronic skin condition that primarily affects the scalp, but it can also occur on other parts of the body where there are a significant number of oil glands. This condition is characterized by red, scaly, and sometimes itchy patches on the skin. It often …
SCABIES What is Scabies? Scabies is a Highly Contagious itchy skin rash caused by a tiny burrowing mite called Sarcoptes scabiei (Itch Mite). This microscopic mite burrows into the top layer of the skin, where it lays eggs and causes an itchy skin condition known as scabies. Symptoms of Scabies Scabies is a common skin …
ROSACEA What is Rosacea? Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that primarily affects the face, causing redness, flushing, visible blood vessels, and in some cases, pimples or pustules. It tends to develop gradually and often appears in adults between the ages of 30 and 50. Symptoms of Rosacea Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that …
PSORIASIS What is Psoriasis? Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune skin condition that causes the rapid buildup of skin cells. This buildup results in scales and red patches on the skin’s surface. Psoriasis can affect any part of the body, but it most commonly appears on the elbows, knees, scalp, lower back, and the face. Psoriasis …
MELASMA What is Melasma? Melasma is a common skin condition characterized by the development of brown or gray-brown patches on the face, particularly on areas exposed to the sun. These patches typically appear on the cheeks, forehead, nose, and upper lip, but they can also occur on other parts of the body that are frequently …
Hair and Nail Diseases Types of Hair Diseases Hair diseases are medical conditions that affect the hair follicles, scalp, and sometimes the entire hair structure. These conditions can result in various hair-related issues, including hair loss, thinning, breakage, and changes in hair texture or color. There are numerous hair diseases, each with its own causes, …