Psoriasis is an immune mediated inflammatory disorder of skin. It comes with raised, red and scaly patches typically on the back of elbow, front of lower leg, scalp and back. The causes for psoriasis are not known yet but immune system and genetics play a major role as trigger factors. The skin
Month: October 2018
Eczema and Dermatitis are common problems all over the world. Eczema is non-contagious inflammation of the skin with redness, scaling, oozing and itching. Two factors are important in Eczema. First- an allergic or sensitive skin. Second- exposure to irritant. Familial sensitiveness is an
Fungus is an omnipresent microbe and is hard to avoid. It likes warmth and moist areas of skin. Folding areas and feet are the common target areas of fungus in human body. Fungal infection of skin is a superficial problem and not an internal organ problem. A fungus sheds, tiny spores wait for a
Every year, the Monsoon season brings us much needed rain. But it also brings with it many unwanted diseases. This year Influenza and dengue have already started affecting people across the country. However, if we follow some preventive measures, we can enjoy the rainy days without worrying