What is Fungal Infection? When the fungus invades the human tissues to cause a typical disease that remains confined to the skin, spreads right into the tissue, organs or bones and also affects the complete body, this is known as a fungal infection. Types Fungal infections are of different types and common among them include:     Causes Signs and Symptoms…

What is Rosacea? Rosacea is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that causes redness and visible blood vessels in your face. It may even be accompanied by swollen pus-filled bumps which if untreated can spread to the chest and back as well. Causes Pathophysiology The exact pathophysiology of rosacea is unknown. Different factors like environment, stress, genetics, and hormones trigger an…

It is a common hypersensitive reaction of the skin to exogenous and endogenous agents. One can get vascular dilation, redness, edema, and itching. From the skin it can also become systemic giving swelling over the body and can also cause angioedema which can be life-threatening. Exogenous Endogenous INVESTIGATIONS Complete blood workup has to be done with. Visit a top dermatologist…

Eczema is a condition in which the skin becomes extremely dry and parched and is accompanied sometimes by oozing, scaling, and pain as well. It can occur in all the age groups. Eczema is caused due to endogenous and exogenous factors and sometimes both together. Eczematic patients normally have a family history of allergies, rhinitis or asthma. Eczemas are a…

Psoriasis, a chronic skin condition which occurs due to the overactive immune system and affects 1-2% of the general population. Psoriasis ranges from mild to severe types. Sometimes, it involves joints as well which is termed as psoriatic arthritis. Psoriasis patients have a higher risk of metabolic disorders like diabetes as well as cardiac complications. It can be present in…

Acne is a common issue everybody goes through at some point in life. There are various medical and lifestyle reasons for the aggravation of this condition. It can seriously affect the confidence and personality of the patient. You can address all your acne related concerns by consulting Dr. Shoma Sarkar, a leading Acne Specialist in Mumbai. Acne has various stages and…

Patients who wish to improve the health of their skin have many excellent options.