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Search found 59 matches
by Dr Adil Sheraz
Wed Oct 17, 2018 4:19 pm
Forum: British Skin Foundation - Psoriasis
Topic: Knee replacement
Replies: 1
Views: 1310

Re: Knee replacement

Dear Raynel Thank you for your question. Knees are a common site for psoriasis. Unlike other skin conditions such as eczema it has been seen in psoriasis that the plaques themselves are not teeming with bacteria. The risk of infection is usually quite low although the healing may be slower and of co...
by Dr Adil Sheraz
Wed Sep 26, 2018 4:43 pm
Forum: Other Skin Conditions
Topic: Red blisters on fingertips
Replies: 1
Views: 4250

Re: Red blisters on fingertips

Thank you for your question. You don't mention if this occurs on both or one of the hands, and if its itchy or not. However a common cause of dermatitis of the hands or fingers is allergy or irritation. The allergy often arises from products that you may well have been using for years and have not b...
by Dr Adil Sheraz
Wed Sep 26, 2018 4:34 pm
Forum: Other Skin Conditions
Topic: Small white bumps
Replies: 1
Views: 3971

Re: Small white bumps

Thank you for your question. In the first instance a diagnosis of the 'white bumps' would need to be made. The possible things it could be include, closed comedones (acne), milia spots, pustules, or keratosis pilaris. Once a diagnosis has been made by the dermatologist then a treatment plan can be p...
by Dr Adil Sheraz
Wed Sep 26, 2018 4:25 pm
Forum: Other Skin Conditions
Topic: Pigmentatio
Replies: 1
Views: 3936

Re: Pigmentatio

Dear Linda Thank you for your question. You may have melasma of the skin which is condition that results in pigmentation often around the upper cheek, occasionally the forehead and around the mouth. I would suggest the following plan: 1. Avoid the sun - all year around and use a high factor sun bloc...
by Dr Adil Sheraz
Wed Sep 26, 2018 4:15 pm
Forum: Other Skin Conditions
Topic: undiagnosed but long term issue!
Replies: 1
Views: 4021

Re: undiagnosed but long term issue!

I'm sorry to hear that you've suffered with this condition for such a long time. It seems that as yet a firm diagnosis has not been made. The differentials would include. 1. Eczema 2. Psoriasis 3. Lichen planus 4. Lichen sclerosus Without seeing the area it is of course difficult to make a diagnosis...
by Dr Adil Sheraz
Wed Sep 26, 2018 3:39 pm
Forum: Vitiligo
Topic: Brown patches appearing on skin
Replies: 2
Views: 2946

Re: Brown patches appearing on skin

Dear Val I'm assuming that the areas where the brown patches are appearing were originally patches of vitiligo. Brown patches could be a sign of re-pigmentation. This may or may not be a good thing for you! If you have come to terms with your vitilligo (you've had it for 30 years so my guess would b...
by Dr Adil Sheraz
Wed Sep 26, 2018 3:06 pm
Forum: Psoriasis & Psoriatic Arthritis
Topic: Psoriasis or Eczema?
Replies: 1
Views: 2784

Re: Psoriasis or Eczema?

In the first instance you would need a diagnosis for the rash in the ears. The possibilities would include, 1. Seborrhoeic dermatitis 2. Eczema (or contact allergy) 3. Psoriasis 1. Seborrhoeic dermatitis is essentially very bad dandruff, therefore you may also notice a rash or flaking of skin in you...
by Dr Adil Sheraz
Wed Sep 26, 2018 2:48 pm
Forum: Eczema & Dry Skin
Topic: problem returns as soon as stop treatment
Replies: 1
Views: 2731

Re: problem returns as soon as stop treatment

Dear Louise Thank you for your question. A localized rash on the finger makes one think of either contact allergies or possibly a fungal infection. Contact dermatitis is caused by a chemical, product etc that may be coming into regular contact with that area, this can often be something which you ma...
by Dr Adil Sheraz
Wed Sep 19, 2018 3:06 pm
Forum: Other Skin Conditions
Topic: Dark patches above my lip
Replies: 7
Views: 5608

Re: Dark patches above my lip

Thankyou for you question. I guess you initially need to know what the cause of the pigmentation is. Is it from a particular cream that you are applying to the area that may be resulting in worsening of the pigmentation? Is it melasma, which can be aggravated by sun exposure and certain medication s...
by Dr Adil Sheraz
Wed Sep 19, 2018 2:36 pm
Forum: Other Skin Conditions
Topic: Mole On Belly
Replies: 4
Views: 4970

Re: Mole On Belly

Dear Jessica It really depends on the type of mole. I'm assuming it has been looked at by your doctor or a dermatologist and has been confirmed as benign. If this is the case then surgical treatment will give you the highest rate of clearance. On the whole I do not recommend treatments such as laser...
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