July 2019
What are the symptoms of Actinic Keratoses or Bowen’s Disease?
We interviewed Dr Penelope Pratsou to find out about the symptoms of Actinic Keratoses and Bowen's Disease.
June 2019
What are the best treatments for warts, skin tags and cysts?
There are many treatments for warts, skin tags and cysts. For warts and skin tags, one treatment is cryotherapy which is a one-off treatment with a gentle freezing spray known as liquid nitrogen that can be performed quite easily on that day. Cysts do actually have to be removed in their entirety because what causes the cyst is the lining of the cyst.
What should you look for when checking your skin for moles and melanoma?
Moles can be serious, and melanoma is one of the more serious types of skin cancers. There are things you can specifically look for if you suspect melanoma. To check your moles for melanoma, use two mirrors, one facing you and one at the back and check for any changes in size, shape or colour. An easy way to remember that is the A, B, C, D, E rule, and that consists of five simple things.
What is melanoma and what causes it?
Melanoma is primarily caused by genetics. People who have fair skin and are more prone to sunburns and freckles are more likely to get melanoma.
How can you prevent moles and melanoma?
The key to preventing melanoma and moles is to take precautions when exposed to the sun. It's also important to have regular mole checks. The most basic version of a mole check is to do at home mole checks and then if you see change or any other concerning factors to see a dermatologist.
May 2019
What causes warts, skin tags and cysts?
Warts, skin tags and cysts are benign lumps and bumps that develop on different types of people for different reasons. Some of these lumps may cause discomfort either aesthetically or physically. If that is the case we can remove the bumps.