Drug reactions (drug allergy) Dr Christophe Hsu – dermatologist. Geneva, Switzerland A Drug allergy is an unwanted side effect of drugs or medication that are ingested (or injected) into our body. Drug reactions are divided into intolerance and allergies. Drug allergy reactions can affect the skin as well as internal organs of the body. It…
DetailsDr Christophe Hsu – dermatologist. Geneva, Switzerland Nail Disorders can happen in a several skin conditions, either alone or accompanied by rashes. Common affections of the nails include : Nail infection (bacteria, fungi, yeast and virus) Paronychia: an infection of the nail fold Nail disorder due to skin disease (psoriasis…) Trauma to the nail Infection…
DetailsWhat is Candidiasis ? This is a kind of yeast infection affecting the diaper area. It is usually the result of irritation and maceration from urine and moisture under the diapers: It is almost always present after 3 days The heat and moisture allow the yeast to overgrow. How does it present ? Redness, swelling,…
DetailsVenous leg ulcer What are venous leg ulcers? Venous leg ulcers are the commonest cause of chronic, non-healing ulcers of the leg. They occur in adults of both sexes and can take a long time to heal. There are many other causes of chronic leg ulcers and proper evaluation by a medical doctor is needed…
DetailsWhat is Contact Allergy ? Contact allergy is an allergic skin reaction from coming into contact with a substance that is usually harmless. What are the common manifestations of contact allergy ? The commonest manifestation is an itchy rash that develops over a few days, after skin contact with a substance. The affected area first…
DetailsDr Christophe Hsu – dermatologist. Geneva, Switzerland Acne Vulgaris What is the cause of acne? There are several causes of acne. One theory is that when the male hormone level (testosterone) increases during puberty, the skin of an acne prone person reacts to the hormone and produces excess sebum. No one knows why some individual’s…
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