Keratosis Tips

How do they work, and which sources are the best?

Omega 3 fatty acids (epa/dpha) are important for a number of functions in our body including skin health. Daily recommended dose is 250-500mg.
when taken orally, omega-3 is most effective over a period of 3 months or longer.
people with psoriasis are more likely to develop heart disease, and omega-3s may reduce the risk of cardiac death and heart disease.
To get the benefits of omega-3s, people should make sure their suppleme...more

Some diseases like Bell s Palsy have a sudden onset. One moment everything is fine and the next, half your face feels paralysed. Bell s Palsy is a viral infection that causes temporary paralysis of one side of the face. The exact cause is unknown but this virus is said to be related to the herpes virus. The sudden onset of this condition can make a person believe that they have suffered a stroke and this condition can last for several months. Many people do not completely recover from this condi...more

Avoid excessive rubbing or touching & never pick or try to pop your pimples.

These are the general bathing tips I always recommend to most of my patients, especially those with dry skin, eczemas and similar dermatosis:
1) avoid using hot water for bathing. Water should be luke warm.
2) oiling the skin prior to bathing is recommended for extreme dry skin.
3) avoid using excess soap, lather up the soap onto wet hands and apply the lather to wash up the body. Always avoid antiseptic soaps.
4) avoid scrubbing the body with a scrubber/loofah/stone.
5) have...more

Varicose veins are twisted, enlarged superficial veins that typically appear in the feet and legs.
For many people, the condition is simply a cosmetic concern while for others varicose veins include symptoms like swelling, discomfort and aching.

What Causes Varicose Veins?
Doctors believe that damaged or weak valves may cause varicose veins. Arteries carry oxygenated blood from your heart to other parts of the body and the veins send it back to your heart for recirculation. The ...more

In the wake of corona crisis, you all are well aware that hand sanitisers are useful. But please remember that people with dry skin or hand eczema may see a flare in their symptoms with excessive usage of hand sanitisers. Use hand sanitisers judiciously. Alternatively, wash your hands with soap water and use a moisturiser to prevent skin dryness.

Do you know about a condition called cystic fibrosis that makes your baby s skin taste very salty after birth? The condition changes over time, in which the body makes sweat and mucus, and also affects the digestive system and lung functioning. The condition generally occurs because of a flawed gene. This is a severe and life-threatening disease that affects different people in different ways.

Causes
The gene, called CTFR is present in all humans. It makes a protein that controls th...more

Psoriasis is a disorder which is characterized by the rapid multiplication of skin cells on the skin s surface. These extra skin cells develop into silvery scales, which are often dry and itchy. It may also lead to the formation of painful red patches on the skin. This disorder might produce symptoms, which flare up and reduce periodically. There is no cure for psoriasis; treatments, however, can make the symptoms manageable.

Symptoms

The symptoms of psoriasis include red patch...more

Rosacea, a common skin condition, occurs due to a combination of environmental and genetic factors. This condition causes your skin to become red and produces red, pus-filled small bumps on the skin.

Rosacea can occur in 4 forms-

Erythematotelangiectatic Rosacea- related to facial redness, visible blood vessels and flushing
Papulopustular Rosacea- related to acne-like breakouts
Rhinophyma- leads to thickening of the skin on the nose
Ocular Rosacea- affects the area ...more

Dry skin is a condition caused by the lack of moisture in skin. Fine lines and wrinkles are just some of the conditions which may be caused due to dry skin. Dry skin can also be very uncomfortable. The condition is mostly caused by environmental factors such as exposure to harsh weather conditions or getting soaked in hot water.

People at risk

1.Age
People who are older than 40 years tend to be more at risk of dry skin than people who are younger than 40.

2.Climat...more