Urticaria is the medical term for what we know as hives. It is an itchy, red rash with raised bumps or welts on the skin. It is a very common medical condition. 10 – 20% of people will have at least one episode in their lifetime. In most people, Continue Reading
Archives for July 2014
Rosacea
Rosacea (pronounced rose ay shah) is a disease affecting primarily the skin of the face. People with very fair skin are most susceptible to this condition. It develops slowly over time. Patients with rosacea experience: A permanently reddened Continue Reading
Skin Cancer Types and Management
About skin cancer Australia has one of the highest incidences of skin cancer in the world. The three major types of skin cancer are basal cell carcinoma (BCC), squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) and melanoma. SCCs and BCCs are the most common Continue Reading
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Basal cell carcinomas are the most common form of all skin cancer. Fortunately, it is also a form of skin cancer that rarely ever poses a threat to the life of the patient. 'Skin cancer' is an umbrella term for a whole array of subtypes of cancer in Continue Reading
Melanoma
A melanoma is a serious skin cancer which is fortunately curable if detected early. A melanoma is made up of abnormal melanocytes (the melanin cells), which are found in the lowest part of the epidermis. These cells create melanin when the skin is Continue Reading