Fat may accumulate in certain areas of the body. Fat bulges (including subcutaneous abdominal fat, love handles, back fat, inner thighs and double chin) that are resistant to diet and …
READ moreFalling hormone levels due to age (menopause), surgery, chemotherapy or breast-feeding may lead to a deterioration in the thickness and resilience of vaginal and surrounding tissues as well as necessary …
READ moreBroken capillaries on the face is a common result of prior sun exposure. They can also be caused by chronic skin conditions (rosacea, irritation, long-term use of steroid creams and …
READ moreMelasma is a common form of pigmentation usually affecting women. It may be superficial or deep and may also contain, and be stimulated by, some dilated small blood vessels which …
READ moreThere are many different types of birthmarks, which one you have will determine what type of treatment you need. Red & Blue Birthmarks Port wine stains, spider naevi, venous malformations …
READ moreA pilonidal sinus is a sinus tract which commonly contains hairs. It occurs usually between the buttocks. It often requires surgery, sometimes multiple times, and this is more successful if …
READ moreUnwanted hair growth can occur for reasons such as polycystic ovarian syndrome, having high levels of androgens, genetic predisposition, or as a result of using certain medications which may alter …
READ moreFreckles are flat spots, usually brown in colour. The spots are frequently numerous, concentrating on areas such as the nose and cheeks. Most freckled persons typically have a fair complexion. …
READ moreYour doctor may suggest some non-surgical finishing touches such as introducing colour to the nipple and/or its surrounds, modifying the breast shape with fat reduction techniques, improving scar tissue or …
READ moreAs we age the skin starts to lose its elasticity and many may notice crepiness and wrinkles forming. Sun exposure, poor diet, and smoking are just a few of the …
READ moreSun damage can include freckles, pigmentation, telangiectasia, texture change, pre-cancerous and cancerous lesions. Some of these conditions may be treatable with laser procedures, IPL (Intense Pulse Light therapy) or photodynamic therapy. …
READ moreThere are different types of skin cancer lesions including basal cell carcinoma (BCC), squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) and melanoma. The primary cause of skin cancer is sun exposure however other …
READ moreMost open or enlarged pores are caused by age, sun damage, genetics or oily skin. Some acne scars can also appear as widened pores. Usually an excess production of oil …
READ moreAs we age the skin loses its elasticity. The effect of environmental stress (sun exposure, diet and pollution to name a few) can cause a breakdown in the collagen fibers …
READ moreHyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating, affects 1% of the population. This is usually noticed in the armpits and palms. Although antiperspirants can help most people control wetness in these areas, for …
READ moreMany facial depressions can be elevated to make the skin surface smoother. Lines and wrinkles, folds and some scars can be improved. Horizontal forehead lines, frown lines between the brows, …
READ moreSunken facial hollows are mostly caused as a result of aging or illness. As we age, the skin loses elasticity and collagen and we lose volume from our subcutaneous tissues …
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