Palmoplantar Hyperhidrosis Treatment in Delhi

Palmoplantar hyperhidrosis

Palmoplantar hyperhidrosis commonly begins in childhood or around puberty. The sweating of the palms and soles is either continuous or phasic. When continuous, it is worse in the summer and not so clearly related to mental status. When phasic, it is usually associated with minor emotionalor mental activity, and not...

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Seborrhoeic Dermatitis

Synonyms Dandruff Pityriasis capitisor Seborrhoeic dermatitis (SD) is a common, chronic, relapsing condition characterized by reddish scaly patches and variable itching. It affects the scalp, face and central chest-areas with a high density of sebaceous(oil) glands. On scalp without inflammation it isreferred to as dandruff or pityriasis capitis. Malassezia (Pityrosprum)...

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Xanthelasma palbebrum

Definition Xanthelasmas are plane xanthomas that develop around the eyes. Associated diseases Xanthelasmas are seen in Familial Hypercholesterolemia, type III hyperlipoproteinaemia and chronic cholestasis, but are also seen in people with normal circulating lipid levels. Clinical features Upper eyelids and medial canthus are the most commonly affected areas. They are...

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Zoster (Herpes zoster, Shingles)

Definition Zoster is a unilateral eruption due to reactivation of latent VZV (Varicella zoster virus). Synonyms Herpes zoster Shingles Causative organisms Reactivation of latent VZV. General Description Zoster is affliction of people who have previouslyhad varicella(chickenpox). Zoster patients are infectious and in susceptible contacts of zoster, chickenpox can occur. Age...

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Ingrown toenail (Onychocryptosis)

An ingrown toenail is a common problem where the nail grows into the toe. Ingrown toenail usually affects the big toe. Do’s Soak the affected toe in warm water 3 to 4 times a day – this decreases the swelling of skin and prevents the nail growing into it. Wear...

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