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Moles/Birthmarks

Moles are common. Almost every adult has normally 10-40 moles. Most moles appear on the skin during childhood and adolescence, grow as the child (or teen) grows. While some moles darken, others will lighten. These changes are expected and seldom a sign of melanoma, a serious skin cancer. For adults, new moles and changes to existing moles can be a sign of melanoma.

Treatment At Eloura:

Most moles do not require treatment. Removal of mole is recommended if its unattractive to a patient, suspicious of skin cancer. Moles can be removed by:

Radiofrequency ablation
Electrocautery
Shave excision
Simple excision and suturing

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Allergy

Atopic Dermatitis

Also referred to as atopic eczema or eczema develops commonly after 2yrs of age. Atopic dermatitis presents as itchy oozing rashes over the cheeks, folds of the arms, legs and body.

Treatment At Eloura:

A skin care plan including use of regular moisturizers and cleansers
Topical creams during flare ups
Oral medicines can control the disease.

Contact Dermatitis

It is often an allergic or irritant reaction that occurs when skin comes in contact with something. CD can result from various substances like detergents, soaps, sanitizers, plants, pesticides, insects, latex, chemicals like grease. Often presents as itching, oozing and pain.

Treatment modalities at ELOURA

Proper history to find out the offending agent
Avoiding triggers
Symptomatic management

Dandruff/ Seborrheic Dermatitis

Dandruff is a common scalp condition presenting as itchy and flaky scalp. Apart from scalp, it affects other areas rich in oil glands like T-zone of face, area behind the ears, chest and upper back.

Treatment At Eloura:

Anti-dandruff shampoo
Scalp hygiene
Oral medicines based on severity

Dry Skin

Dry skin occurs when skin loses too much water. Occurs commonly in old age, certain medicines also dry out the skin, deodarants, harsh soaps, vitamin deficiency, diabetes, thyroid disorders, low humidity, etc.

Treatment At Eloura:

Regular use of moisturizers
Treatment of underlying cause

Hives/ Urticaria

This is a skin reaction that causes bumps, raised patches, or both to appear on the skin. The bumps and patches are often itchy and may look swollen. Sometimes there is swelling of lips and difficulty in breathing. Hives are harmless and temporary, lasts for few hours only. Sometimes they last for more than 24hrs. Urticaria can be acute (<6 weeks) or chronic (> 6weeks)

Causes:

Allergic reaction to food, hair dye, insect bite or sting, latex, medication, pet dander, plant, pollen
Overreaction to heat, sweat, or cold
Stress
Sunlight
Cold water
Any infection in the body
Dental caries
Pressure on the skin (tight clothing, light touch of a purse strap, or scratching)

Treatment At Eloura:

Avoid triggering factors
Antihistamines
ASST/AHT
Monoclonal antibodies