Your skin is one of your most important and largest organs. It protects you from heat, cold, germs, and harmful rays. Therefore, it is an indicator of one’s overall health. Changes in the color or texture of the skin can signify an underlying medical condition. Vitalife, Pune has all the latest technology to help diagnose skin and hair conditions. In addition, it can manage cosmetic disorders, including hair loss and scars.
Not only this, dermatologic surgical procedures like mole removal, skin biopsies, and cosmetic procedures like chemical peels and laser treatments can also be performed at Vitalife, Pune.
Acne is a skin disorder in which hair, sebum, bacteria, or dead cells block the skin’s pores. It leads to pimples on the face, forehead, chest, shoulders, and upper back. Acne can occur due to several reasons like genetics, fluctuation in hormone levels, stress, humidity, and oily hair products. Although acne is common amongst teenagers, it can occur in any age group. Acne can sometimes result in ugly scars. This usually occurs when acne penetrates the skin and deeper layers.
Acne scars can be treated using modern techniques, including chemical peels, dermabrasion, laser resurfacing, micro-needling, and surgery.
Chemical peeling is a new way of treating acne scars. It has several benefits, like lightening the dark spots and unclogging pores to prevent future breakouts. In addition, chemical peeling helps kill and remove dead cells and stimulates the body’s natural response to produce collagen.
Although it is customary to lose a few strands of hair every day as a part of one’s usual hair growth cycle, abnormal hair loss can be problematic. For most people, the lost hair usually grows back. However, illness, hormonal changes, stress, aging, and inherited conditions can hamper one’s hair growth cycle. Some symptoms of extreme hair loss include receding hairline, thinning of hair all over the head, and loss of hair on the scalp and body.
The treatment for hair loss depends on the reason behind the receding hairline. If hair loss is due to medication, hormonal imbalance, thyroid disorders, or diet, then the doctor will address the underlying cause.
Eczema should be suspected when one experiences dry, itchy, and red skin. People who have asthma and allergies are more prone to develop eczema. Eczema damages the skin barrier function. This loss of barrier leads to an increase in the sensitivity of the skin and makes it prone to infection and dryness.
Eczema doesn’t cause harm to the body, but it can occur on any body part. It is caused by immune system activation, genetics, environmental triggers, and stress.
Fungal infections can cause irritation, scaly skin, redness, itching, swelling, and blisters. A few examples of fungal infections include athlete’s foot, jock itch, ringworm infection, and yeast infections.
Treatment of fungal infections depends on the type of infection. A dermatologist decides the type of medicine that can effectively treat the condition.
Psoriasis is a skin condition that can cause itchiness and discomfort. In addition, psoriasis can cause thick and scaly patches on the skin. Psoriasis can start in early adulthood, and the condition may improve or deteriorate throughout one’s life. Several treatment options can help to decrease the severity of psoriasis.
Vitiligo is a condition in which the skin color is lost in patches. This condition can occur in any part of the body, including the hair and the inside of the mouth.
Warts are small, grainy skin growths on the fingers or hands. Although warts are harmless and usually disappear on their own, some people may choose to remove them as they find them bothersome or embarrassing.
Skin disorders are more taboo than a disease in society. A lot of people suffer from skin disorders that can be extremely embarrassing and itchy. Skin conditions can also affect your daily routine and work life. Some skin disorders can be cured while some might require long-term management. At Vitalife, we have a team of expert dermatologists who will help you get to the root of your problem and manage it effectively.
Hair disorders and conditions can cause a lot of mental stress along with lowering your confidence. The causes include genetic predisposition, lifestyle factors, and certain hormonal conditions like thyroid disorders, anemia, and pregnancy. Early detection and management of hair disorders and conditions will help in achieving a successful outcome.
Acne and acne scar treatment includes a variety of treatments like chemical peeling and microdermabrasion. The causes of acne are mostly hormonal and lifestyle-related. Hence, the treatment will be decided by a dermatologist after understanding the patient’s skin type, health condition, and severity of the acne and acne scars.
At Vitalife, we believe that everyone deserves access to high-quality medical care. That’s why we’re committed to providing ethical, patient-centered care in your neighborhood. Our experienced doctors come from some of India’s premier institutes, and they’re dedicated to providing the best possible care for every patient. We offer comprehensive OPD and IPD services, using state-of-the-art equipment and facilities. And we’re always looking for ways to improve our services and make a positive impact on our patients' lives.
You can discuss all your queries regarding skin and hair disorders, including:
The dermatologist will ask you about any medical condition you may suffer. Not only this, the dermatologist would note any previous medication you have used that did not work for you. The dermatologist will also ask you about any history of allergy that you may have. If you have undergone specific lab tests, then the dermatologist would look at the results to assess your condition in a better way.
Commonly performed procedures
What should I ask the dermatologist?
You can discuss all your queries regarding skin and hair disorders, including:
What should I know before visiting a dermatologist?
What will the dermatologist ask me?
The dermatologist will ask you about any medical condition you may suffer. Not only this, the dermatologist would note any previous medication you have used that did not work for you. The dermatologist will also ask you about any history of allergy that you may have. If you have undergone specific lab tests, then the dermatologist would look at the results to assess your condition in a better way.
How are estheticians different from dermatologists?
Estheticians are not doctors. They cannot diagnose skin conditions or prescribe medications. Moreover, they can only help with treatments that improve the appearance of the skin. Some esthetician procedures include scrubbing, acne treatments, waxing, and using makeup to conceal scars. Meanwhile, dermatologists can do all of the procedures that estheticians do. They can also prescribe medications for skin conditions, and perform surgeries and biopsies if needed.
When should one make an appointment with a dermatologist?
One should consider making an appointment with a dermatologist of the conditions one experiences like moles, rash, scars, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, dark spots, infections, warts, hair loss, nail disorders, acne, and skin cancer.
Vitalife is committed to providing the highest quality of care to its patients and adheres to the highest standards of medical ethics.
