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Re: Warts
You have many options available. Remember most warts will disappear of their own accord in time anyway.
There are reports of duct tape occlusion clearing warts. There are a number of prescribed anti-wart creams that your GP may also recommend. They may also be able to freeze the wart (cryotherapy).
There are reports of duct tape occlusion clearing warts. There are a number of prescribed anti-wart creams that your GP may also recommend. They may also be able to freeze the wart (cryotherapy).
- Tue Sep 23, 2014 10:28 pm
- Forum: general
- Topic: A tired and itchy mum!
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2561
Re: A tired and itchy mum!
Hi there, I'm sorry you seem to be having a difficult time with your skin. Don't despair, we have lots of treatment options available for psoriasis ranging from specific creams, to light treatment to oral medications. My recommendation would be for you GP to refer you to your local Dermatologist who...
- Sun Sep 21, 2014 9:23 pm
- Forum: general
- Topic: Lichen Planus
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2298
Re: Lichen Planus
Hi Chris, Lichen planus is an inflammatory skin condition which can burn itself out but we do have many treatment options we can offer patients from creams, tablets, injections and light therapy. If you have not seen a Consultant Dermatologist recently about it, ask your GP to refer you. Regarding t...
- Sun Sep 21, 2014 9:18 pm
- Forum: general
- Topic: Mole advice
- Replies: 3
- Views: 3229
Re: Mole advice
Hi You can continue developing new moles into your early 30s but generally they are rare after this age. Whether or not you need to be worried depends on the features of the mole itself but also your own history such as a family history of melanoma, the number of moles you have, a history of previou...
- Sun Sep 21, 2014 12:08 am
- Forum: general
- Topic: Mole advice
- Replies: 3
- Views: 3229
Re: Mole advice
Hi Thanks for getting in touch. Any mole which is changing in its appearance should be reviewed by a doctor. Your initial port of call should be your GP. If they are concerned they should refer you to a Consultant Dermatologist for assessment. You should be seen within 2 weeks of being referred. Rem...
- Thu Sep 18, 2014 11:03 pm
- Forum: general
- Topic: Skin Camouflage
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2702
Re: Skin Camouflage
Hi Robin, Skin grafts on the nose usually become pale with time and often leave an 'indented patch'. While camouflage can help the colour discrepancy between your nose skin & the skin graft, any contour irregularity will not be addressed. Many patients come and see me each year with similar prob...
- Thu Sep 18, 2014 10:48 pm
- Forum: general
- Topic: is my mole cancerous?
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2289
Re: is my mole cancerous?
Hi Thanks for your enquiry. I am pleased that you aware of the features to be aware of regarding a changing mole. It is however very difficult to make definitive judgements on the photo you have sent, so my advice would be for you to see you GP as soon as possible ("IF IN DOUBT, CHECK IT OUT&qu...
- Thu Sep 18, 2014 10:34 pm
- Forum: vitiligo
- Topic: Vitiligo on my face
- Replies: 3
- Views: 3797
Re: Vitiligo on my face
Hi Tash, For good, Dermatologist written information on vitiligo, go to http://www.dermnetnz.org Getting pain and discomfort in your eyes is uncommon with vitiligo. Vitiligo can affect the pigment which is normally present in the eye, so I would suggest going to see your GP who may then refer you to...
- Thu Sep 18, 2014 10:16 pm
- Forum: skin cancer & sun safety
- Topic: brown pigmentation spots
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1982
Re: brown pigmentation spots
Hi I wholeheartedly agree with Dr Bowling's comments. It is really important to appreciate that avoiding/minimising sun exposure is a really important lifestyle practice that can really help minimise the further development of such sun-induced pigmented areas. If you're at all worried about anything...