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Seborrheic dermatitis refers to a kind of chronic skin rash affecting the scalp or face of a person. It has symptoms similar to that of eczema. Excess oil and greasiness could lead to this condition. This is a commonly noticed condition among children and adults. Seborrheic dermatitis is characterized by red patches, persistent dandruff, and flaking skin. This kind of skin disorder needs immediate treatment as neglecting the upsetting signs can turn out to be fatal; you may face a neurological b...more
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Seborrheic dermatitis is a non-infectious skin disease, significantly affecting the scalp. Seborrheic dermatitis is indicated by red, irritated skin secured by flaky, dry or oily scales on the scalp. The scalp, the face, range behind the ears, eyelashes, neck and back may likewise be included in the affected areas. It is also known as seborrheic skin inflammation. In babies, seborrheic dermatitis is known by the name of cradle cap. It is a long-term condition and is treated with the help of a lo...more
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Lupus, romantically named after the wolf, is a very dangerous disease that can often be fatal, and when it isn t, it makes the sufferers life pretty much unlivable. Lupus is an autoimmune disease wherein the body s immune system becomes hyperactive and attacks normal, healthy tissues, thereby causing symptoms like inflammation, swelling, and damage to the joints, skin, kidneys, blood, the heart and lungs.
Signs you are suffering from lupus!
Out of proportion and persistent fat...more
Signs you are suffering from lupus!
Out of proportion and persistent fat...more
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Severe disorders in one or more kidneys can be debilitating since the quality of life is severely affected. If you suffer from such a condition, you may already be undergoing dialysis. But, have you considered a kidney transplant yet?
Here is a look at some benefits of kidney transplant over dialysis.
1.Increased life expectancy
You may not know this, but dialysis restricts your life expectancy. For instance, a person undergoing dialysis at 30 will have a life expectan...more
Here is a look at some benefits of kidney transplant over dialysis.
1.Increased life expectancy
You may not know this, but dialysis restricts your life expectancy. For instance, a person undergoing dialysis at 30 will have a life expectan...more
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Periungual warts
What are periungual warts?
Periungual warts also known as nail warts or fingernail warts is caused by human papillomavirus (hpv). Hpv can enter the skin through a cut or scrape. They are cluster around the nails (fingernail or toenail). They appear as thickened, fissured, cauliflower like skin around the nails. Nail biting increases susceptibility to these warts.
At first they are about the size of a pinhead smooth, shiny and virtually impossible to sp...more
What are periungual warts?
Periungual warts also known as nail warts or fingernail warts is caused by human papillomavirus (hpv). Hpv can enter the skin through a cut or scrape. They are cluster around the nails (fingernail or toenail). They appear as thickened, fissured, cauliflower like skin around the nails. Nail biting increases susceptibility to these warts.
At first they are about the size of a pinhead smooth, shiny and virtually impossible to sp...more
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What is ringworm?
Ringworm is a fungal infection of the skin. The fungi live on the dead tissues on the top layer of the skin. The fungal infection of the skin of the body is known as tinea corporis. If it occurs in between the toes then its is called as athlete s foot, if it spreads to the groin then it is called as jock itch and ringworm of the scalp is known as tinea capitis.
Ringworm often spread through direct skin to skin contact with the infected person.
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Ringworm is a fungal infection of the skin. The fungi live on the dead tissues on the top layer of the skin. The fungal infection of the skin of the body is known as tinea corporis. If it occurs in between the toes then its is called as athlete s foot, if it spreads to the groin then it is called as jock itch and ringworm of the scalp is known as tinea capitis.
Ringworm often spread through direct skin to skin contact with the infected person.
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Cosmetic Physician•Navi Mumbai
Corn, Warts, and Moles are not life-threatening. But they can be very ugly and uncomfortable. One should book an appointment with the cosmetic physician for spot removal. There are a number of methods for Corn, Warts, and Moles removal, which are safe and easy on pockets.
Corn, Warts, and Moles can be painful and disrupt in daily life. However, with the appropriate removing method, one can lead a normal and comfortable lifestyle.
Corn:
Corn typically appears at the bo...more
Corn, Warts, and Moles can be painful and disrupt in daily life. However, with the appropriate removing method, one can lead a normal and comfortable lifestyle.
Corn:
Corn typically appears at the bo...more
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What is a wart?
Warts are small, rough, hard, non-cancerous skin growth, usually having color similar to the color of rest of the skin and is caused when a type of human papillomavirus infects the top layer of the skin through damaged skin.
Warts are contagious and can spread through direct contact.
Types of warts
Common warts: also known as verruca Vulgaris grow most often on the fingers, around the nails and on the back of hands (especially where skin breaks are ...more
Warts are small, rough, hard, non-cancerous skin growth, usually having color similar to the color of rest of the skin and is caused when a type of human papillomavirus infects the top layer of the skin through damaged skin.
Warts are contagious and can spread through direct contact.
Types of warts
Common warts: also known as verruca Vulgaris grow most often on the fingers, around the nails and on the back of hands (especially where skin breaks are ...more
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Psoriasis is a disorder which is characterized by 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 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.
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The symptoms of psoriasis include red patches on the...more
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The symptoms of psoriasis include red patches on the...more
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Blessed are the people who enjoy a healthy, flawless and glowing skin with minimum effort, throughout their life. Of late, dermatological problems like acne, pruritus, psoriasis, dermatitis, eczema, have been affecting all and sundry. People, irrespective of their age, sex and occupation suffer from skin diseases. While some of the ailments are minor problems, others might be grave enough for one to seek an expert opinion. A number of factors, both internal as well as external, contribute to the...more
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