About eczema
What is an eczema flare up? Eczema is a chronic inflammatory skin disease. Chronic inflammatory illnesses are characterised by recurring ‘flares’ o...
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About skin changes in pregnancy
What are the most common physiological skin changes in pregnancy? Pregnancy is a time of change. At no other time in a woman’s life does she exper...
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About Moles
What are the signs of a suspicious mole? A mole that is standing out from the others (darker, larger, more asymmetric than the others) and one that...
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About dandruff
To begin with, what exactly is dandruff? Dandruff is a flaking and scaling of the skin on the scalp which can be accompanied by a mild itch. The fl...
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About peri-oral dermatitis
What is peri-oral dermatitis ? The primary symptom of perioral dermatitis is a red rash around your mouth. The rash may be scaly or dry and flaky a...
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About PCOS
Can PCOS cause acne? Why? Acne can indeed be a sign of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) but not everyone with PCOS will be suffering from acne. Abo...
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