PSORIASIS

Psoriasis is a chronic disease. It develops when a person’s immune systemsends faulty signals that tell skin cells to grow too quickly. New skin cells form in days rather than weeks.

The body does not shed these excess skin cells. The skin cells pile up on the surface of the skin, causing patches of psoriasis to appear. Psoriasis may look contagious, but it's not.
You cannot get psoriasis from touching someone who has it. To get psoriasis, a person must inherit the genes that cause it.

Types of psoriasis

If you have psoriasis, you will have one or more of these types:

·         Plaque (also called psoriasis vulgaris).

·         Guttate.

·         Inverse (also called flexural psoriasis or intertriginous psoriasis).

·         Pustular.

·         Erythrodermic (also called exfoliative psoriasis).

Some people get more than one type. Sometimes a person gets one type of psoriasis, and then the type of psoriasis changes.

Its treatment depends on chronicity,severity,types,also patient's age,lifestyle also play an important role in its treatment.For appointments call 9004839333 to visit our clinics at Malad,Juhu and Bandra  for all skin,hair and nail ailments.

ICHTHYOSIS

Many things can leave your skin dry and flaky, from cold air to the chlorine in swimming pools. In a small number of people, a group of diseases called ichthyosis causes skin dryness and scaling.

It can't be cured, but treatments can relieve the scaling and make you feel more comfortable in your own skin.

Ichthyosis is not one disease, but a family of about 20 skin conditions that lead to dry skin. People with this condition lose the protective barrier that keeps moisture in their skin. They also make new skin cells too quickly or shed old cells too slowly. This leads to a buildup of thick, scaly skin.

The condition gets its name from the Greek word for fish, because the skin looks like fish scales.For treatments of all skin,hair and nail ailments visit our clinics at Malad,Juhu and Bandra in Mumbai.Call 9004839333 for appointments.

FOLLICULITIS

Folliculitis  is an inflammation of the hair follicles. Each hair on your body grows out of a tiny pouch called a follicle. You can have folliculitis on any part of your body that has hair. But it is most common on the beard area, arms, back, buttocks, and legs. You are more likely to get folliculitis if you:

• Use a hot tub, whirlpool, or swimming pool that is not properly treated with chlorine.
• Wear tight clothes.
• Use or work with substances that can irritate or block the follicles. Examples include makeup, cocoa butter, motor oil, tar, and creosote.
• Have an infected cut, scrape, or surgical wound. The bacteria or fungi can spread to nearby hair follicles.
• Have a disease such as diabetes or HIV that lowers your ability to fight infection.

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PRP THERAPHY

PRP therapy is used in hair restoration for natural looking results

With a thin needle, your own Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) is injected into the scalp. Then the growth factors in your blood cells do their job and hair growth is naturally stimulated.

PRP Hair Restoration is suitable for both men and women. It is a state of the art, non surgical, totally natural, alternative medical procedure used for the treatment of hair loss or hair thinning. It is an injectable treatment which uses the patient’s own blood.  

Advantages of PRP Therapy against hair loss are:

·         Simple, non surgical procedure

·         Multiple Injections: procedure lasting approximately 60 minutes

·         Safe and reliable results

·         Very quick recovery period

·         Beautiful and above all extremely natural looking end results.
The theraphy needs to be performed by a skilled,experienced trichologist.Visit our clinics at Malad,Juhu and Bandra in Mumbai.Call 9004839333 for appointments. 

MOLLUSCUM CONTAGIOSUM

The condition spreads through contact with an infected person or a contaminated object.
Though painless, the small bumps might itch. Scratched bumps can spread infection to surrounding skin.

Molluscum contagiosum can affect anyone of any age. It is most common in children, and mostly happens in children aged 1-4. However, it can also affect adults.

The small lumps on the skin (the mollusca) usually develop 2-7 weeks after you become infected with the virus. Typically, each molluscum lasts about 6-12 weeks, crusts over, and then goes. However, new ones tend to appear as old ones are going, as the virus spreads to other areas of skin. Therefore, crops of mollusca may appear to come and go for several months.

To reduce the chance of passing it on to others, it is sensible not to share towels, clothes, soft toys, or bathwater if you have molluscum contagiosum. Also, try to avoid skin-to-skin contact with other people (for example, by covering affected areas with clothing). For adults who have mollusca, a condom should be used during sex. This will not completely stop skin-to-skin spread but will reduce the chance of passing it on considerably.

Try not to scratch the mollusca, as this may increase the risk of spreading the rash to other areas of the skin. Molluscum contagiosum can be passed on to other people (is contagious) until the last molluscum has gone.

It is advisable to visit a Dermatologist for treatment and also to check for any underlying immune problem if any.Visit our clinics at Malad,Juhu and Bandra in Mumbai for all skin,hair and nail ailments.Call 9004839333 for appointments.

SKIN TAGS

Skin tags are invariably benign - non cancerous - tumors of the skin which cause no symptoms, unless it is repeatedly rubbed or scratched, as may happen with clothing, jewelry, or when shaving. Very large skin tags may burst under pressure.

Skin tags are benign, asymptomatic skin tumors, often raised from the skin on fleshy peduncles.

Skin tags are composed of a core of fibers and ducts, nerve cells, fat cells, and a covering or epidermis.

Some people inherit an increased susceptibility to skin tags, and being obese or overweight also appears to increase the likelihood of developing this skin anomaly. Skin tags affect people of all genders equally, but are more likely to occur in people who are pregnant and/or who have diabetes.

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WHY HAIR FALLS IN RAINY SEASON?

Hair falls rapidly in the rainy season due to the high humidity, acid rain or dirty rain water which makes the hair dry and brittle. If you use chemical color or other hair products, these make your hair oily and greasy due to the excess humidity. This in turn causes damage to the hair and scalp. Using gels in rainy season causes dandruff to the hair which also leads to hair fall.

Try some remedy during Rainy Season

·         Keep the hair dry

·         Use mild shampoo

·         Never tie the wet hair, let it dry completely

·         Use separate, clean and wide toothed comb

·         Use oil to the hair for once a week

·         Do not use hair dryer

·         Maintain healthy diet pattern

·         Drink ample of water

·         If problem persists, go to a Trichologist.

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CAUSES OF ALOPECIA

The condition occurs when white blood cells attack the cells in hair follicles, causing them to shrink and dramatically slow down hair production. It is unknown precisely what causes the body's immune system to target hair follicles in this way.

While scientists are unsure why these changes occur, it seems that genetics are involved as alopecia areata is more likely to occur in a person who has a close family member with the disease. One in five people with the disease has a family member who has also developed alopecia areata.

Other research has found that many people with a family history of alopecia areata also have a personal or family history of other autoimmune disorders, such as atopy (a disorder characterized by a tendency to be "hyperallergicThyroiditis,Vitiligo .Despite what many people think, there is very little scientific evidence to support the view that alopecia areata is caused by stress. Extreme cases of stress could potentially trigger the condition, but most recent research points toward a genetic cause. For appointments call 9004839333,Clinics at Malad,Juhu and Bandra in Mumbai.

FRUITS FOR HAIR GROWTH

For a great head of hair, use expensive hair products. But food can also help the growth of healthy, strong and rich hair. Particularly, some fruits loaded with essential vitamins and minerals can give exceptional results. So, what are these fruits for better hair growth?

Fruits for Hair Growth

1.     Citrus Fruits

You need vitamin C to grow healthy hair and the citrus family of fruits contains large amounts of this antioxidant vitamin. Vitamin C is also important in the production of skin collagen.

Eating lemons, oranges, grapefruits and lime regularly will provide you with enough vitamin C for healthier hair and overall health. You can also benefit by rubbing your scalp with lemon juice to get rid of dandruff.

2.     Berries

Berries contain large stores of vitamin C and other hair-supporting nutrients. Vitamin C protects blood vessels, including those supplying blood to the scalp and to the hair follicles. They also contain B vitamins that aid in the oxygen supply, slow graying and reduce hair loss. Try eating gooseberries, strawberries, raspberries, loganberries and boysenberries as often as possible for healthy hair.

3.     Avocado

Avocado is one of the leading fruits for hair growth. It is a rich source of vitamins B, C, E and beta-carotenes. It helps in the growth of healthy hair, supply of oxygen and strength of the blood vessel walls. The result is healthy scalp and shiny, rich hair.

Besides taking avocado internally, you can use it directly on your hair. Use a ripe fruit to make mashed avocado and apply it to your moist hair after shampooing. Wait 15 minutes before rinsing and drying your hair. 

4.     Pomegranate

Pomegranates strengthen your hair follicles and prevent hair loss. Pomegranate seed oil stimulates growth of thick, stronger hair and is used extensively as a hair massage oil. It combats dandruff and scalp itching.

5.     Banana

Banana supports hair growth and protects against hair loss. It contains lots of potassium and natural oils, which helps soften hair, give it a shine and maintain its elasticity. You can prepare your own banana paste and use it as a conditioner.

6.     Apple

Apple is well known to improve overall health. It also supports growth of healthy hair. Green apple skin and apple leaves made into a paste are used to improve hair growth and treat dandruff. Apples also balance scalp pH and prevent hair loss.

7.     Papaya

Papaya fruit contains hair growth enhancing nutrients that help protect against hair loss, treat dandruff and strengthen hair growth. Extracts from papaya leaves help to nourish dull hair, making it healthier, stronger, thicker and shinier.

8.     Pineapple

Pineapples are a rich source of beta-carotene from which vitamin A is made. Vitamin A aids in production of scalp conditioning oils which support growth of healthy hair.

9.     Peach

Peach is one of the best fruits for hair growth and regrowth. It contains biotin, a natural hair growth steroid that supports the health of your hair and scalp. The peach provides these benefits with no side effects.

10.     Plum

Plums contain bioflavonoid which helps in the maintenance of connective tissues in the scalp and hair follicles. Eating plums promotes growth of healthy, strong and thick hair without the side effects of some hair care products.

11.     Grape

Grape seed oil is a staple in many hair care preparations for the prevention of hair loss and promotion of scalp health. But grape fruits also have antioxidants, minerals and vitamins that support growth of healthy hair. Besides, grapes have a high water content that helps to detoxify the body. 

12.     Guava

Guava fruit is a rich source of vitamin A which supports hair growth. The fruit also promotes scalp health, clears dandruff and protects against hair loss. This makes it one of the important fruits for hair growth.

To make your own hair and scalp conditioner, mash guava fruits, mix with lemon juice and honey, and apply it to your scalp. Repeat every few days and you will be pleased to see the results in a few weeks.For all skin,hair and nail  ailments call 9004839333.clinics at Malad,Juhu and Bandra in Mumbai.