Eczema
Eczema A skin complaint characterised by redness, itch, dryness with pimples or blisters. What to look for… patches of itchy, dry, thickened skin, usually on wrists, face, and inner creases of the knees and elbows. skin sores, patches of redness, scaling, sometimes small bumps or blisters that may ooze fluid. Eczema is a form of […]
Dermatitis
Dermatitis Dermatitis is a red and itching inflammation of the skin What to look for Contact dermatitis (an allergic reaction) A red rash that is restricted to the area of skin exposed to an irritant. Nummular dermatitis Red, itchy, circular lots of weeping, scaly, or encrusted skin, common in older people who have dry skin […]
Corns and Callouses
Corns and Callouses A corn is a localised area of hard, horny skin which forms as a result of constant rubbing or pressure. A calluses are larger versions. What to look for Corn… an area of hard, thick skin, which may look a yellow colour Corns between the toes can be soft Callus… A callus […]
Cellulite
Cellulite So you have done the pinch test and yes, there is no getting away from the fact that there are unwanted dimples and bulges on your legs. Cellulite is the culprit for all those lumps and dimples on our thighs, hips, stomach and butts. Well, be assured that this annoying problem is not only […]