At some point, most people have experienced a negative skin reaction to something. The question is, what is that something? Whether the reaction is extreme and presents symptoms like hives and blistering or is more minor with symptoms like itchy or red skin, it’s important that you find out what you’re allergic to and avoid …
It’s a common (and unfortunate) misconception that only a certain ‘type’ of person is affected by hair loss. What’s more – and perhaps worse! – is that the average person thinks it’s ‘normal’ for certain people to lose their hair compared to others. I won’t dance around the stereotyped group: It’s men, in particular middle-aged …
After a quarter-century of abuse from the sun, I finally decided to have a professional have a look at my skin Why? Well…I had a 3-year period where I visited tanning beds regularly (I know, terrible…), I hardly ever wear sunscreen and, if I do, it’s the lowest level of protection, I lived in Thailand …
While doctor’s appointments in general are familiar to everyone, you might not know exactly what to expect from your first dermatology consultation. I sure didn’t. No matter the cause of your apprehension – whether it be embarrassment from a skin condition, fear of the unknown, a general apprehension towards clinical environments, or a complete lack …
A new Dermatology study has found that more than 77% of Brits would not recognise signs of skin cancer and 72% of Brits admit to being sunburned in the last year. The Dermatology survey results are of concern given that the risk of developing melanoma – the deadliest form of skin cancer – is more …
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