Melanoma refers to a very serious type of skin cancer caused by the uncontrolled growth of melanocytes (also known as pigmented cells).  The outer layer of […]

Facial Psoriasis Facial psoriasis refers to a chronic skin condition in which face is affected by one or more persistent, thickened, red, and dry patches. Psoriasis […]

Skin Cancer, Self-Exams, and Dermatoscopic Skin Surveillance Discovering melanomas can be quite challenging with a naked eye for many patients. Throughout various skin cancer educational campaigns, […]

Treatment of Hives Urticaria (hives) is a medical condition which is characterized by a presence of hives (weals) or angioedema. A weal refers to the skin-coloured or […]

Steroid Rosacea Steroid rosacea is a medical term given to the type of rosacea occurring on the mid-face caused by topical steroids or withdrawal from them. […]

Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) or Broadband light (BBL) Therapy. Intense pulsed light (IPL) also known as Broadband Light (BBL) therapy is a non-invasive and non-ablative treatment […]

Xanthoma (Xanthelasma). Xanthoma is a type of skin lesion which is caused by excessive presence of fat in the macrophage immune cells. Some types of xanthoma are […]