What are the types of lupus erythematosus ? There are three types: Systemic (or acute) lupus erythematosus: important involvement of the internal organs with or without skin manifestations. Subacute lupus erythematosus: moderate internal involvement with cutaneous manifestations. Discoid (or chronic) lupus erythematosus: skin involvement only. How does lupus erythematosus appear on the skin? Generally speaking,…
DetailsStretch marks (striae distensae) appear during pregnancy and are a nuisance for patients and physicians because, they are so easy to diagnose, but so difficult to treat effectively. -creams sold on the market are safe, but yet have to be shown scientifically to be effective. -recent stretch marks are red and the colour could be…
DetailsDr Christophe Hsu – dermatologist. Geneva, Switzerland What is a vaginal discharge? It is caused by vaginal secretions and its colour can be: transparent whitish yellowish greenish Is a vaginal discharge abnormal? No, physiologic vaginal discharge may occur. These are then due to secretions by cells located on the vaginal wall and the cervix. The…
DetailsWhat is hepatitis B? It is an infection where the liver is inflamed due to an infection with the hepatitis B virus. There are many other viruses which may cause hepatitis (hepatitis A, hepatitis C, EBV, CMV…). How is hepatitis B transmitted? Sexual intercourse with an infected individual Transfusion of contaminated blood Infected mothers can…
DetailsThe infection is normally transmitted during sexual intercourse or when there is a close skin-to-skin contact. The adult mite which gives rise to pubic lice (phthirus pubis) (crabs) measures between 1 and 2 mm of diameter and appears on the skin of the pubis as grey of red-brown spots. As for the eggs, they are…
DetailsWhat is scabies? Scabies is an infestation by a mite called sarcoptes scabiei. Transmission can occur while in close personal contact. In sexually active adults, transmission occurs often (but not only) sexually. Affected individuals can display small red itchy growths. These lesions are located on the genitalia or at other sites like the interdigital web…
DetailsWhat is Molluscum Contagiosum? Contrary to children, molluscum contagiosum is often sexually transmitted. The lesions appear as smooth and shiny bumps with a central depression in their centre. Often the appearance alone is sufficient to diagnose this condition. The clinical diagnosis can be confirmed by microscopic examination of the material contained within the lesions. Treatment…
DetailsGenital Warts (condyloma acuminata) Dr Christophe Hsu – dermatologist. Geneva, Switzerland What are genital warts? It is a sexually transmitted infection located in the genital/anal area. It is caused by an infection with the Human Papillomavirus (HPV). Warts located on the hands, feet and fingers are not sexually transmitted and are caused by other subtypes…
DetailsWhat is chancroid? It is a sexually transmitted infection caused by a bacteria called Haemophilus Ducreyi. The individual presents generally with painful ulcers, single or multiple overlying a “dirty” base. Some patients complain of painful swellings in the inguinal folds. The condition is diagnosed by demonstrating the organism through culture of the ulcer secretions. An…
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