- 30 Oct 2017
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- Acne Scars,Laser Treatment
Laser Treatment of Acne Scars
Introduction Acne scarring presents a challenging aesthetic problem to the aesthetic practitioner. Acne is defined as a chronic inflammatory condition of the pilosebaceous glands. It is experienced by 80% of individuals between the age group of 11-30 years. However the severity, age of onset and duration vary widely. [1] Acne lesions can lead to scarring …
- 29 Oct 2017
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- dermatalk,Pigmentary Disorders
Increasing Rate of Various Pigmentary Disorders
A Retrospective Study Analysis of Data Trend of Erythema DyschromicumPerstans (EDP) Versus Lichen Planus Pigmentosus (LPP) Versus Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH) seen At DISHARC (DI Skin Health & Referral Centre) Nepal. Introduction In the recent years, there has been an increase in pigmentary disorders. Among those, hyperpigmentation is also quite common. When a patient visits …
- 28 Oct 2017
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- Keratoacanthoma,Smouldering Volcano
A Smouldering Volcano
Abstract: Keratoacanthoma is a rapidly evolving tumour of the skin, composed of keratinizing squamous cells originating in the pilosebaceous follicle.[1] It can progress very rarely to squamous cell carcinoma. It affects the sun-exposed area in the sixth or seventh decades. In temperate regions, 70% keratoacanthomas are localized on the face while in the subtropics they …
- 27 Oct 2017
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- dermatalk,Polypodium Leucotomos
Polypodium Leucotomos
Much of the research that has been done on Polypodium Leucotomos over the past 40+ years has been on its management of skin conditions and its photo-protective properties after it is ingested. Many of these clinical studies have shown extracts of Polypodium Leucotomos to be surprisingly effective at defending skin against damage from the sun …
- 26 Oct 2017
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- dermatalk,Practice Pearl
Practice Pearl
STAFF ATTRITION IS A BIG PROBLEM IN THE COSMETIC BUSINESS. IN FACT GOOD TRAINED STAFF ARE POACHED BY OTHER CLINICS ALL THE TIME HOW TO MANAGE SUCH SITUATION? Ans: Thanks for an excellent question which I am sure many of my colleagues relate to. Staff poaching happens in every business but yes in an organised …
- 25 Oct 2017
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- Smash Grafting,Stable Vitiligo
Smash Grafting Surgery for Stable Vitiligo
Vitiligo is an acquired de-pigmentary disorder of great cosmetic significance occurring due to loss of skin pigment secondary to melanocyte damage. Various modalities of treatment including medical and other adjuvant therapies form a part of the primary management. However some patients are refractory to medical treatment, leading to tremendous psychological impact and affecting quality of …