What is common hair balding ? It is the most common form of hair loss in both men and women. In men it is characterized with a hair loss extending backwards as well as thinning of hair in the vertex (classification according to Hamilton). In women, the hair loss is more diffuse and more located…
DetailsA dermatologist is qualified in the diagnosis, treatment and management (referral to other specialists if needed) of the following disorders: Acne, Actinic Keratosis, Alopecia Areata, Athlete’s Foot, Atopic Dermatitis Bed Bugs, Blepharoplasty (surgery of the eyelids), Boils, Bruises, Bug Bites and Stings Corns, Cysts Diaper Rash, Dry Skin Eczema, Erythema Nodosum Folliculitis, Freckles, Frostbite, Fungal…
DetailsMelasma (chloasma, pregnancy mask) is notoriously difficult to treat and relapses are the norm in those responding to treatment Sunprotection must be against visible light and not only UV light. We cannot stress the importance of using sunprotection by: adopting sun avoiding behaviour avoid going in the sun between 10 am and 4pm (11am and…
DetailsEsthetic (Aesthetic) clinics are trendy and the offer in esthetic treatments has all but exploded: lasers, plastic surgery and even non surgical treatments. As diverse as wine, good ones and less good ones are available, to not say more. On a global scale, new esthetic clinics have opened their doors. Existing clinics have expanded. How…
DetailsIt is important to know the methods to avoid pregnancy (contraception). However, we wish to underline that despite all the contraceptive methods available, sexually transmitted infections (STI) can only be strongly diminished by the use of male and female condoms. How to prevent sexually transmitted infections (STI)? The ideal way is to have sexual relationships…
DetailsDr Christophe Hsu – dermatologist. Geneva, Switzerland It is pleasant to walk in forests once the weather becomes pleasant. However, it is a good idea to avoid insect bites, especially ticks. In forests throughout the world, but especially in Europe and North America, these insects may carry bacteria causing Lyme disease (Borreliosis). To avoid insect…
DetailsWe advise you to have your moles examined by a dermatologist, most especially if: you have more than 100 moles an individual in your family has had a melanoma you are 40 years old you have light-colored (coloured) (photoypes I and II) and/or blue, green eyes you get easily sunburnt you are worried We advise…
DetailsThe sun is our ally because it is an indirect source of vitamin D production and contributes to our psychological well-being. However, the sun is also dangerous and participates actively in the development of skin cancers, melanoma being one example. Accessorily (if it can be said so), it is responsible for accelerated skin aging (wrinkles,…
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