Dermatology & Skincare

We all know that we are primarily made of water.

Approximately 80% of our skin's water content is concentrated in the dermis, whose function is to hold our skin's water supplies.

Skin dehydration is caused by varying factors some external, such as weather changes, sun exposure, air conditioning, detergents etc; while others are internal, such as vitamin deficiencies, smoking, stress, hormone problems, etc.

Changing climates can have a drastic effect on your cutis! You may experience rough flaky skin, loss of elasticity, and a feeling of tightness. Dehydration affects all skin types, even oily ones, as grease is not part of the moisturising mechanism. It is important to adjust your moisturising routines to fit with your new climate. A dermatologist can assist you in identifying the products best suited for your skin.

Who can pass by a mirror without a sideways glance? It is not vanity that drives us to do it, but reaffirmation of our own presence and the desire to look our best. Obviously skin problems are very much taken to heart. Whether an adolescent case of acne or a chronic condition, what the patient wants is sound, legitimate advice and a medical treatment or hygiene routine that will produce visible results.

The first step of any contact with a dermatologist will be a scrupulous writing of your medical history. To better understand the source of the coetaneous eruption, the specialised doctor will ask detailed questions on the duration and temporal pattern of skin problems, itching or pain, relation to food intake, sunlight, over-the-counter creams and clothing. The physical examination is generally done under bright light and preferably involves the whole body.

Dermatologists don't believe - what you don't know, won't hurt you! Rather they are very conscious of moles and patches of discoloured skin. All dermatologists recommend wearing a moisturising cream with a sun screen.

Within dermatology, specialists deal with the different specific aspects of skin related illnesses, such as dermatologic surgeons, dermatopathologists (they interpret tissue under the microscope) paediatric dermatologists and immunodermatologists (specialised in the diagnosis and management of skin diseases driven by an altered immune system.)