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Pearly Penile Papules (PPP) are medically known as Hirsuties papillaris genitalis. Pearly Penile Papules are round domes called angiofibromas that are located on the corona ridge of the penis. They are usually flesh coloured and form rows. Pearly Penile Papules are benign; they are not a sexually transmitted disease or genital warts. They are generally […]
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Melasma is the development of blotchy, brownish facial pigmentation of the skin. Individual genetics and hormone levels, in combination with unprotected sun exposure can lead to an increased chance of developing melasma. Although this condition can affect anyone, women are most often affected by melasma. Pregnant women are particularly prone to the development of melasma, […]
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Keloid scars are a type of raised scar that can occur anywhere the skin has been damaged whether by laceration, acne, surgical incision or even burn. They develop when fibrous scar tissue grows excessively and creates smooth, hard, raised growths that extend beyond the area of injury. Many of the keloids we treat at ICLS […]
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Hyperhidrosis is a common condition that is characterized by excessive sweating in the axillae (underarms), feet and hands without a discernible trigger. On its own, excessive sweating is not a dangerous medical condition. The actual excessive sweating may not pose a medical threat to a patient’s wellbeing, but it can certainly undermine an individual’s self-confidence […]
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Fordyce spots are benign, flesh coloured growths that commonly occur on mucosal surfaces of the body including the genitals and the mouth. Fordyce spots are not sexually transmitted. They are generally asymptomatic and have no harmful effects, though many patients choose to have them treated as they affect their personal life or self-esteem. Post procedure, […]
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Skin tags, also known as Acrochordon or Papilloma’s, are generally benign lesions that you may wish to remove for cosmetic reasons. They may interfere with the wearing of eyeglasses, jewellery or possibly bleed when shaving. These small growths pose no threat. Most appear smooth and flat, but some appear as flaps of skin. They are […]
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Flat brown or café au lait marks are usually present at birth and will slowly increase in size in proportion to the individual. Port wine stain birthmarks are swollen blood vessels that that appear as a red or purple discolouration of the skin. Typically these birthmarks are benign, but patients may choose to have them removed […]
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Actinic Keratosis, also known as “sun warts,” are pre-cancerous lesions that appear as scaly, red, flaky patches on sun-exposed areas such as the face, scalp and the backs of hands. If left untreated, they could turn into a type of skin cancer known as squamous cell carcinoma. When patients have only a few of these […]
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Hair loss and hair thinning can be devastating to one’s self-esteem. Hair loss in women is shockingly common, making up 40% of hair loss sufferers in the world. Finding the culprit isn’t always easy – things like poor nutrition, stress, medications, hormones, excessive styling or long-term wearing of hair extensions can exacerbate a genetic predisposition […]
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Lentigo, also known as “age spots,” sun freckles, sun spots or liver spots, are well-demarcated pigmented macules on the skin. These spots are different than moles or skin tags. Age spots can be tan or brown in colour and may appear flat and freckle like. They are often exacerbated by the sun, which is why […]
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