FAQ's

There are many skin conditions faced like acne, eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis and cold sores (herpes simplex. Find out more under acne section.

We have best skin specialist doctors for treating any and all types of skin and hair problem.

Acne treatment, Eczema treatment, Hair loss treatment, laser therapy, Treatment of Psoriasis, Treatment of Inflammatory Skin Disorders, Botox Treatment for Wrinkles and Fillers for Nasolabial Folds, Cosmetic Peels for Melasma, Acne and Hyper Pigmentation, Cosmetic Removal of Moles and Warts and Skin Rejuvenation to name a few.

No. Squeezing will make the condition worse and it may further spread to the other areas of the body. Let the pimple dry itself or you can use an acne cream.

These are small (black or brown in color), round/ oval shaped spots on the skin. Moles are usually harmless but there is a risk of them becoming cancerous. It is advisable to consult a skin specialist if you notice any changes or increase.

The first thing you should do is to place a cool pad/ice pack on the burned area of your skin. Keep your skin moisturized. Over the counter Calamine Lotion or painkillers may ease some pain. But any severe situation needs immediate attention by a skin specialist.

Tanning your skin has become a new trend especially in youngsters. Repeated exposing your skin to the sun can be dangerous and can damage your skin. A tan is caused by UV rays from the sun which is absorbed by the skin. People with fairer skin, lot of moles, freckles are more prone towards skin cancer.

You can check if you are allergic, either by doing blood tests or by patch testing /skin prick tests.

Blood Testing – A blood sample is taken which is examined under a microscope.

Patch Testing/Skin Prick Testing – A small portion is applied on the skin and then leave it for 24 hours to check for any allergic reaction.

These are medications (cream, gel or spray), which can be directly applied to the skin. These creams help to reduce inflammation caused by skin conditions.

A powerful beam of light is aimed at the affected area of skin to shrink, cut or remove the offending area and help the growth of new skin. This therapy is used to treat varicose veins and birthmarks.

Skin is the first thing which anyone observes including you. If you have any health issue, the same is immediately reflected onto your skin. A healthy-looking skin helps in boosting your confidence, overall appearance and self-esteem.

Daily cleaning and drinking plenty of fluids/water will make your skin glow.

You can try these 7 foods which helps in eczema

• Banana, because they are high in potassium
• Potato for high fiber, potassium and Vitamin C intake
• Green Onion for Vitamin K. Vitamin K is an important source for a healthier skin
• Buckwheat
• Rice milk
• Sprouts (Moong). It is a good alkalizing food
• Chicken or Beef Broths – for Non-Vegetarians. These are good for skin repairing

• Soaking the corn or callus in warm water for 5 to 10 minutes, then filing or scraping the area with a pumice stone. Circular or sideways motions help remove dead skin.
• Using moisturizer every day on the feet. Products that contain salicylic acid, urea, or ammonium lactate help soften the dry skin to prepare it for filing.
• If repetitive actions are causing the corns and calluses, avoiding these actions can often solve the problem.
• Shoes and socks that fit properly, protective pads or insoles, and other self-care measure can help. Foam or silicone wedges may be used between the toes to reduce pressure on a corn. Orthotics are custom-made padded shoe inserts which may help people with an underlying foot deformity. A range of orthiotic products are available for purchase online

PN: Any of the above stated treatment/suggestions should be followed with proper prescription and advice from best skin specialist doctor near you.