By- Dr. Venu Kumari,Dermatology An abscess is a tender, swollen area within the body tissue that contains pus and debris. Pus is a thick fluid comprising of white blood cells, bacteria and dead tissue. It is painful to touch and can appear anywhere in your body such as your groin, your…
Microdermabrasion – An Overview About Its Working!
By Dr. Malini Patil , Dermatology For glowing, bright skin, it is important that it is maintained well. The skin has multiple layers, and over a period of time, due to constant exposure to pollution and dust, the top layers become worn out and lackluster. Once these top layers are removed, the underlying layers which…
Chemical Peel – Know More About It!
By Dr. Savita Yadav, Dermatology A chemical peel is an advanced dermatology technique which is generally used to enhance the quality and appearance of facial skin, as well as that of the hands and neck. The technique involves the application of a chemical solution, which effectively exfoliates the skin. Chemical peels are characterised into…
Burns – Know Causes Of Them!
By Dr. Divya Aggarwal, Dermatology Burns are common injuries faced by almost everyone at some point of their life. Most burns are recoverable without serious health consequences depending on the degree of injury. However, some burns can be more dangerous as they might lead to excess damage of the skin cells. Such…
Sugar – How Does It Spoil Your Skin?
By Dr. Alia Rizvi, Dermatology You often consume a much higher amount of sugar than you should actually, as it is widely present in a very high number of foods and beverages. Research suggests that this excessive sugar consumption may ultimately be very harmful for your health – and that it may badly harm…
Skin Allergies – How To Administer Them?
By Dr. Manan Mehta, Dermatology Irritation in skin can be caused by a number of factors such as medicinal side effects, infections or immune system disorders. When an allergen triggers an immune system response, it leads to a condition known as skin allergy. People having skin allergies may react to certain things…
Dark Circles – How To Get Rid Of Them?
By Dr. Sumit Sharma, Dermatology If the dark circles under your eyes are noticeable even after you get an adequate amount of sleep, it might be a result of swollen eyelids. In some cases, dark circles can occur due to genetic factors, allergies or skin-related disorders, aging, excessive consumption of tobacco or alcohol and prolonged…
Skin Diseases You Can Catch From Pets!
By Dr. Sumit Sharma, Dermatology Most dog owners maintain very close physical contact with the pets. They use the same furniture, they often sit with the dogs near them and some even sleep on the same bed. Such close contact may cause certain skin conditions to pass on from the dogs to…
Skin Care – Know Ayurvedic Way of Ensuring It!
By Dr. Mohit Sindhav, Ayurveda Taking care of your skin helps you to avoid any sort of skin infection and allergy that might happen due to exposure to environmental dust and toxins in the atmosphere. You can always find a lot of products in the market which preaches of providing better skin…
Benign Skin Lesions – What Should You Know?
By Venu Kumari, Dermatology Benign skin lesions basically refer to skin disorders characterised by pouches or closed pockets of tissue which are filled with water or some other fluids. They tend to feel like pea-shaped structures which can roll under the skin and feel smooth when pressure is applied on them. These…