Viral warts Terminology: Viral warts (English) = Verruca vulgaris (Latin) Viral warts are common growths that can occur anywhere on…

Vitiligo Differential Diagnosis Pityriasis alba: Light coloured patches especially on the faces of children. Finely scaling. Lichen striatus: A rash…

Vitiligo What you need to know about Vitiligo during the Corona Virus pandemic: ​Please read this blog by Dr John…

Skin Cancer There are 3 common skin cancers. To learn more about each type, click on the relevant type of…

Melanoma This is the most dangerous of all skin cancers as it may spread to other parts of the body…

Squamous Cell Carcinoma  Squamous Cell Carcinoma – also associated with sun exposure and more common on light skin than in…

Basal Call Carcinoma (BCC) BCC Adjacent to inner part of left eye BCC scalp BCC on wrist BCC Forearm BCC…

Scabies Scabies mite under microscope Scabies eggs under microscope Scabies is caused by a mite called Sarcoptes scabeii.  It is…

Psoriasis Gallery Photos: Courtesy Dr N Raboobee© (please do not reproduce) Narrow band UVB is used for extensive psoriasis not…

Psoriasis Psoriasis is a recurring, non-contagious skin disorder that is characterised by raised, thickened patches of red skin covered with…

Pityriasis Versicolor Pityriasis versicolor, also called Tinea versicolor, is a fungal infection common in our environment. It is caused by…

Pre-Cancerous Conditions Solar keratoses Solar keratoses (actinic keratoses) are scaly areas of the skin resulting from excessive cumulative sun exposure…

Pityriasis Rosea What is Pityriasis rosea? Pityriasis Rosea refers to rash thought to be caused by the Herpes virus type…

Patch Testing Precautions during patch testing Please note that the chambers used for the test chemicals are housed in plastic…

Pityriasis Alba What is Pityriasis Alba? Pityriasis alba is a type of eczema that occurs commonly on the faces of…

Onychomycosis Onychomycosis refers to fungal infection of the nails. Fungal infection of the nails caused by a subgroup of fungi…

Non-Cancerous Growths Scope Solar lentigenes Seborrhoeic keratoses Skin tags Dermatosis papulosa nigrans Cherry angiomas (Campbell de Morgan spots) Sebaceous hyperplasia…

Molluscum Contagiosum What is molluscum contagiosum? pronounced (mol-us-kim con-tay-jee-o-zim) Molluscum contagiosum is a viral infection which mainly affects children.  As…

Mole Mapping We are pleased to introduce VIDIX, the newest technology in mole mapping. ​The device is capable of automatically…

Moles Moles are growths derived from pigment cells in the skin. They may be benign or malignant. Learning how to…

Melasma What is melasma? Melasma is a term used to describe a pattern of pigmentation of the face affecting the…

Lichen Planus Lichen Planus wrists Lichen Planus Lower Back Hypertrophic Lichen Planus New treatment for oral lichen planus now available, using…

Keloids Hypertrophic scar following surgical operation Keloids on the chest developing in acne scars Keloid on shoulder developing in acne…

Hidradenitis Suppurativa What is Hidradenitis Suppurativa? Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) is a debilitating skin disorder characterized by the recurrent development of…

Hidradenitis Suppurativa What is Hidradenitis Suppurativa? Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) is a debilitating skin disorder characterized by the recurrent development of…

Hair loss Types of hair loss Understanding Hair Loss: Types, Clinical Features, and Treatments Hair loss (alopecia) can be classified…

Atopic Dermatitis What is Atopic Dermatitis? Commonly referred to as ECZEMA, Atopic Dermatitis is a genetic skin disorder characterised by…

Alopecia Areata Patchy hair loss of unknown origin affecting the scalp, beard area or any other hair bearing part of…

Acne Gallery Isotretinoin (Roaccutane, Oratane, Acnetane) is taken in a dose of 1/2 to 1 mg/kg daily to reach a…

Acne Scarring How common is scarring in acne? Acne is basically a scarring condition and even mild acne needs to…