Pityriasis alba is a harmless skin condition commonly appearing in children and teenagers. It is more noticeable in people with darker skin colour. It is a pigmentation issue that manifests as round or oval, slightly scaly white or pale pink patches Continue Reading
Psoriasis Overview
Roughly two percent of the Australian population has a skin condition known as psoriasis. Psoriasis presents in a number of different ways. For most people, the condition is mild and a nuisance only, but for some it may be severe enough to require Continue Reading
Skin Cancer
Skin cancer is a condition that can vary in seriousness, from minor to life threatening. There are multiple types of skin cancer and these may develop on any location of the body, even in places with low sun exposure. A significant proportion of skin Continue Reading
Hair
You may be surprised to discover that dermatologists are hair experts. The hair is actually a component of skin and therefore a natural item for a dermatologist to handle. Hair Anatomy The base of each hair follicle is found below the skin, in the Continue Reading
Acne Vulgaris Causes, Pathogenesis and Treatment
Acne vulgaris mainly affects people in their teenage years and early twenties, with a small proportion of people experiencing the condition throughout their adult life. Acne is often seen on the forehead, chin, cheeks, nose and also on the back, Continue Reading