Dry skin is a common problem, especially in people with atopic dermatitis (eczema). It is rough, scaly skin that is dry to touch and less elastic than normal skin. Some people describe it as feeling like sandpaper. It is especially common in cold, dry climates. |
WHAT CAUSES DRY SKIN?
The main feature is a lack of water or moisture in the skin surface. It also appears to be caused by a relative lack of natural oils. However, the main problem is insufficient water to moisturize the skin.
WHAT ARE THE EFFECTS OF DRY SKIN?
It is not a serious medical problem. One of the worst irritating effects is itching (itchy skin). Cracking of the skin (particularly of the legs) can occur in older people, especially in winter. People often complain of a ‘crawling’ sensation in the skin. Dry skin does not cause wrinkles.
WHAT MAKES DRY SKIN WORSE?
WHAT IS THE TREATMENT FOR DRY SKIN? - Skin Care Tips
WASHING AND BATHING
It is important not to have frequent long baths or showers. Reduce the number and length of baths or showers. It is probably better to avoid baths, swimming in pools and bathing in spa baths. Concentrate on having short showers and perhaps at times have the so-called APC (armpit and crotch) scrub with soap and water instead of a shower or a bath. Use tepid water instead of hot water.
BATH OILS
The addition of oils to baths helps to seal in moisture in the skin. However, you must be careful not to slip getting in and out of the tub, as bath oils make the tub surface slippery.
SOAPS
Avoid using the traditional alkali soaps and harsh soaps. Use soap substitutes such as Dove, Neutrogena or Cetaphil lotion. Less expensive soaps such as oatmeal soap, which are readily obtained from health shops, can also be used.
AFTER SHOWERING
After you shower, do not rub hard with a towel but pat dry and then rub a bath oil or mild baby oil into the skin
CLOTHING
Avoid wearing wool next to the skin. Do not wear heavy woollen clothing. Wear cotton clothing.
SKIN SOFTENERS AND LUBRICANTS
Apart from various mineral oils and Vaseline intensive care, preparations that soften, lubricate and soothe the skin include QV skin lotion.
MOISTURIZERS FOR DRY SKIN
Although skin softeners act as moisturizers, the urea based moisturizers can help make the skin more soft and supple. Examples are Nutraplus or suitable moisturizing agent such as QV cream.
DIET
Eat a well balanced diet. Drink ample water during the day.
KEY POINTS:
A Comprehensive Allergy Test can be done at our medical clinic. Please make an appointment for a consultation with Dr Don Lau at Tel: 6694 1661.
Comprehensive Allergies Test for up to 101 allergens:
* Food Allergy eg Seafood, Nuts, Eggs, Fish, Meat, Fruits, Seeds or Vegetables
* Dust/Mold Allergy
* Insect Sting Allergy
* Pet/Cockroach Allergy
* Eye or Skin Allergy
* Sinus Infection/Allergic Rhinitis
* Drug/Latex Allergy
Skin Problems - Treatment for Allergies, Dermatitis, Eczema & Urticaria/Hives
Dermoscopy is also use to diagnose other types of skin tumours such as basal cell carcinomas, squamous cell carcinomas, cylindromas, dermatofibromas, angiomas, seborrheic keratosis etc. |
Eczema & Dermatitis non-steroid Treatment for Allergy with Excimer Laser Excimer laser is a novel mode of phototherapy with verified efficacy in treating skin conditions such as vitiligo, psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, alopecia areata, allergic rhinitis, folliculitis, granuloma annulare, lichen planus, mycosis fungoides, palmoplantar pustulosis, pityriasis alba, CD30+ lympho proliferative disorder, leukoderma, prurigo nodularis, localized scleroderma and genital lichen sclerosus. - Different applications of monochromatic excimer light in skin diseases - PubMed (nih.gov) |
Picosecond Laser for Treatment of Acne scarring & wrinkles
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Q-Switched Nd:YAG Laser Tattoo / Nevus / Freckles / Lentigines Removal |
LED Diathermy Cautery machine Cauterization / Haemostasis / Removal of Skin tags, Water warts, Verruca, Corn & Calluses etc / Release Blood clot under the nail Liquid Nitrogen Freezing |
Dermatology Problems - Treatment of Acne, Dry Skin, Warts, Corns & Calluses on Feet
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Asymptomatic patients may display no symptoms of illness. Vulnerable people should get vaccinated against Influenza which protects susceptible people from, as well as exclude the Flu and H1N1 viruses should they start to show URTI or ARI symptoms.
a. Vaccination decreases the risk of co-infection with COVID-19.
b. Vaccination reduces the burden of respiratory illnesses in the healthcare system.
The latest Influenza Vaccine is now available. It protects against the Flu and H1N1 Viruses. Ministry of Health Safety protocols are adhered to at all times for the safe vaccination of you and your family.
* Importance of Keeping your
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Up to $400 per Medisave Account per year can be used for Vaccinations under the National Adult & Childhood Immunisation Schedule - Influenza, Pneumococcal (PCV13/PPSV), Human Papillomavirus (HPV2/HPV4), Hepatitis B, Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis (Tdap), Measles, Mumps & Rubella (MMR) and Chickenpox (Varicella) |
Part of the National Influenza Sentinel Surveillance programme with MOH. If you have a fever of > 38 degrees with a cough, our clinic is able to test for COVID-19. For children below 12 years old with clinical diagnosis of HFMD (eg fever, oral ulcers, rash), our clinic can test for Hand Foot & Mouth Disease (The tests are for surveillance purposes only).
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Medical Services available:
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Should you encounter any medical problem that you are unsure of, always consult your doctor or health care provider for assistance and medical advice.
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· Injection for Supraspinatus or Bicipital Tendonitis / Epicondylitis / Trigger finger / Plantar Fasciitis
· Tendon Sheath Injection
· Excision of small Skin tumours / Lipomas / Nail bed / Ear lobe cysts / Meibomian cyst
· Removal of Skin sutures / Skin tags / Sebaceous cysts / Various foreign bodies / Corneal foreign body
· Liquid Nitrogen Therapy
· Treatment of Plantar Warts / Calluses / Corns / Ganglions
· Splinters under nails
· Olecranon and Pre-patellar Bursitis
· Ear syringing
· Embedded earring stud
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