Yeast and the skin
Published: Wed, October 27, 2010 by Dr. Clive Anderson
Tinea versicolor or more commonly Liver spots is a common skin infection due to an overgrowth of yeast on the skin. The yeast is known as Malassezia furfur and is normally present on the skin of most persons. Anyone can develop a yeast infection of the skin.
The yeast normally lives in the pores of the skin and thrives in oily areas such as neck, upper chest and back, consequently the infection affects the skin of the chest, back and shoulders most commonly. The face may also be affected.
Scar Facts
Published: Wed, October 27, 2010 by Dr. Clive Anderson
A scar is an important part of the natural healing process that occurs when the deeper layer of the skin- the dermis is injured. The scar that we see is made up of a protein called collagen. After the wound is completely healed new collagen is formed and blood vessels return to the tissues causing the original scar to fade gradually. Most scars will fade or improve in appearance over a period of time.
Laser Those Hair Bumps
Published: Wed, October 27, 2010 by Dr. Dian Robinson
Hair bumps otherwise called razor bumps can be a real nuisance to men as well as women all over the world. They are unsightly, painful and difficult to get rid of. Men have presented in distress requesting permanent laser hair removal from the bearded area because of ingrown hairs and hair bumps. Millions of women worldwide suffer from Hirsutism (excessive hair in a male pattern distribution) due to genetic factors or medical conditions and are also bothered by the hair bumps which occur after some of their hair removal techniques. Billions of dollars are spent annually around the globe on various creams, solutions and handheld equipments that claim to prevent and treat hair bumps.
