Alopecia areata (AA) is common skin condition seen in Skin clinics. It is T lymphocyte -mediated autoimmune disease of the hair follicle. It is characterized by patchy hair loss developing in otherwise normal skin, with ‘exclamation mark’ hairs around margins of expandings areas. most cases are limited to one or more coin- sized patches, in… Read more
Acne, usually known as pimples, is a very common problem these days but, its chronic course has a big impact on the psycho-social wellbeing of a person. It’s an inflammatory disorder of the pilosebaceous gland (oil glands). Over activity of the gland leading to excessive production of sebum (oil) and superadded infection with a bacteria… Read more
Hair is an essential part of one’s own personality. They play very important role in an individual’s well being and social interactions. Undesired hair loss (effluvium, alopecia) or, unwanted hair growth (hirsutism)is cosmetically disturbing which can lead to significant psychological and emotional distress. Hair is a protein filament (keratin) that grows from follicles found in… Read more