Dr. Abdul Manan

Petroleum jelly is an inexpensive product that can address many skin concerns from head to toe. Here are a few ways to use it for.

How to select a sunblock/Sunscreen

When selecting a sunscreen, make sure the label says:

Broad spectrum: The words "broad spectrum” means that the sunscreen can protect your skin from both types of harmful UV rays — the UVA rays and the UVB rays.

SPF 30 or higher: The American Academy of Dermatology recommends that you select a sunscreen with an SPF rating of 30 or higher.

Water resistant: Dermatologists also recommend that you look for the words "water resistant.” This tells you that the sunscreen will stay on wet or sweaty skin for a while before you need to reapply. Water resistance lasts either 40 or 80 minutes. Not all sunscreens offer water resistance.

Protect your hair from the sun in the summers during a swim!

Protect your hair from the sun in the summers during a swim!

How to select a sunblock/Sunscreen

When selecting a sunscreen, make sure the label says:

Broad spectrum: The words "broad spectrum” means that the sunscreen can protect your skin from both types of harmful UV rays — the UVA rays and the UVB rays.

SPF 30 or higher: The American Academy of Dermatology recommends that you select a sunscreen with an SPF rating of 30 or higher.

Water resistant: Dermatologists also recommend that you look for the words "water resistant.” This tells you that the sunscreen will stay on wet or sweaty skin for a while before you need to reapply. Water resistance lasts either 40 or 80 minutes. Not all sunscreens offer water resistance.

*10 Skin Care Tips for Diabetics*

When you have diabetes, finding time for skin care can seem like a luxury. Monitoring your glucose level, sticking to a meal plan, finding time to exercise, and managing stress can definitely take priority.

Dermatologists caution that skin care also plays a key role in helping you manage diabetes. The right skin care can prevent a serious skin condition, such as an infection, open sores, or non-healing wound.

Skin care tips that dermatologists recommend. By taking good care of your skin, you can treat and prevent uncomfortable changes to your skin. Diabetes often causes extremely dry skin, which can itch. Cracks in your skin can develop, grow deep, and bleed. These deep cracks increase your risk of developing a serious infection.

You may also notice that your skin is easily irritated or heals slowly.

To treat and prevent these skin changes, dermatologists recommend the following:

1. Moisturize every day. Keeping your skin moisturized helps to make it flexible and prevent cracks that often lead to infection.

For best results, dermatologists recommend that you:

a. Use a cream or ointment rather than a lotion. Creams and ointments do a better job of healing dry skin than do lotions.
b.Choose a fragrance-free cream or ointment that contains ceramides. You want to avoid products labeled “unscented” because these contain fragrance that has been masked so that you cannot smell the fragrance.
c.Apply your cream or ointment after bathing, swimming, and when your skin feels dry or itchy.
d. Carry your moisturizer with you so that you can apply it to your hands, which often become dry due to the need to wash your hands before checking your glucose level.
e. Treat dry, cracked heels. This can prevent a serious infection, non-healing sores, and other problems. Treat dry, cracked heels
f. If you have dry, cracked heels, apply a cream containing 10% to 25% urea before getting into bed. Do this every day until your skin heals.

2. Use a gentle cleanser when bathing. Deodorant soaps and strong body washes can irritate your already sensitive skin. A gentle cleanser or one specially formulated for people who have diabetes helps to soothe your skin and prevent complications.

3. Bathe and shower using warm (not hot) water. Hot water can strip your skin of moisture, leaving it feeling dry, tight, and uncomfortable.

4. Dry the folds of your skin carefully. After bathing and swimming, you want to gently dry the skin between your toes, armpits, and other places where skin touches skin. If water stays in these areas, it can lead to a skin infection.

5. Get medical care for calluses on your feet. A corn or callus on your foot may seem like nothing to worry about. However, when you have diabetes, the thick skin can break down and open up. Deep cracks can develop. If any of these occur, you can develop a serious infection, such as cellulitis.

A dermatologist or podiatrist can provide the care you need to treat corns or calluses.

6. Seek immediate medical care for a skin or nail infection. People who have diabetes can develop an infection more easily than people who have a healthy endocrine system. An infection can quickly become serious.

7. If you notice any of the following on your skin or under a nail, get immediate medical care:

a. Skin looks swollen and discolored
b. Tenderness or pain
c. Wound that is leaking pus or other fluid
d. Honey-colored crusts
e. Build-up beneath a fingernail or toenail or a nail is starting to lift up
f. A thickening or discolored nail

8. Treat all cuts, scratches, and wounds immediately. To treat wounds, wash the area with soap and water. Apply antibiotic ointment only if your doctor recommends this. Always cover the wound with an adhesive bandage. To help your skin heal, treat the wound every day.

9. Check your feet every day for redness, scratches, blisters, sores, and cuts. If you have a minor wound, treat it. Get immediate medical care for all other wounds.

10. Keep your toenails short. Long, rough toenails can irritate your skin. When toenails grow long, they can lift up. This makes it easier for an infection to develop beneath a toenail. Keeping your toenails properly trimmed can prevent cuts and a possible foot infection.

To trim your toenails, cut them straight across. If you have trouble trimming or reaching your toenails, someone else can keep them properly trimmed.

A Simple Morning Skin Care Routine, Easy to follow.

Dermatologists treat more than 3,000 conditions – ranging from mild frustrations to life-threatening illnesses.

One of the keys to achieving is striking a balance between too much oil and maintaining your skin’s natural moisture. Dermatologists recommend these tips to help control oily skin.

If your psoriasis seems to flare for no reason, one or more triggers could be to blame. Here are some common triggers.

Hair Care Dos and Don'ts

Hair loss is a complicated symptom that could be a sign of many conditions. Consultant a board-certified dermatologist who is trained and competent to help find the cause of your hair loss. Please avoid irrelevant doctors who may mishandle and resultantly worsen the condition.

Chlorinated pool water can wreak havoc on your hair. It damages the hair cuticles, leading to split ends and breakage. To prevent this, proper pre and post swimming hair care is essential.

HAIR LOSS: OVERVIEW

START TREATMENT EARLY

Treatment for hair loss tends to be most effective when started early.

What is hair loss?
One of the most common disorders that dermatologists diagnose and treat, the medical term for hair loss is alopecia.

Is hair loss contagious?
No, you cannot catch hair loss.

Some people catch a contagious disease, which can lead to hair loss. For example, if you catch the fungus that causes ringworm, the fungus could grow on your scalp. Left untreated, scalp ringworm can lead to hair loss.

Why is my hair falling out?
We lose our hair for many (with emphasis on many) reasons. Ringworm is one. A more common cause is hereditary hair loss.

If you recently had an operation, high fever, or chemotherapy for cancer, it’s natural to shed lots of hair. A few months after giving birth, most women shed noticeable amounts of hair.

Your hair care or too-tight hairstyle could also be causing your hair loss. Some people who are otherwise healthy develop alopecia areata, a disease that can cause hair loss anywhere on their body. These are some the many reasons we see our hair fall out.

With so many causes, it can be challenging to figure out why your hair is falling out. If you want to do something about it, though, knowing the cause is important. In many cases, hair loss can be successfully treated, or action taken to prevent further hair loss. The key to getting results is knowing the true cause of your hair loss.

Board-certified dermatologists successfully diagnose the cause of hair loss for many people.

Do I need to see a dermatologist about hair loss?
These doctors specialize in treating the skin, hair, and nails. They have the expertise and tools to help them get to the root cause of a person’s hair loss.

The sooner you find the cause, the better your outcome. The less hair you lose, the more successful treatment (or prevention) tends to be.

Are hair loss shampoos and at-home treatments effective?
Some products are effective. Minoxidil can safely and effectively treat a few causes of hair loss. People who have hereditary hair loss can have some regrowth with this product. Using an at-home laser can also be part of an effective treatment plan for someone who has hereditary hair loss.

Again, the key to getting results is to know the cause.

Is it normal to lose some hair?
Yes, it’s normal to lose between 50 and 100 hairs a day. That’s because our bodies continually grow new hair and shed old hair. This shedding is not a sign of hair loss.

Melasma is a common skin problem that causes brown to gray-brown patches on the face. If you have melasma, dermatologists recommend these tips to achieve a more even skin tone.

Ticks can cause serious illness, such as Lyme disease. If you find a tick attached to your skin, follow these tips.

HOW TO REMOVE A TICK AND PREVENT FUTURE BITES By AAD

Ticks are small, insect-like creatures that live in heavily-wooded or grassy areas. If you walk through these areas, they can attach to your skin and feed on your blood. Although most ticks do not carry disease, some can cause serious illness, such as Lyme disease, Powassan virus, or Rocky Mountain spotted fever. To prevent infection, it’s important to remove a tick from your skin as soon as you notice it.

To remove a tick that is attached to your skin, dermatologists recommend the following tips:

Use tweezers to remove the tick. Sterilize the tip of the tweezers using rubbing alcohol and grasp the tick as close to the skin’s surface as possible.

Pull upward with steady, even pressure. Avoid twisting, squeezing or crushing the tick, as this can cause its head or mouth to break off and remain in your skin. If this happens, use tweezers to remove the remaining parts. If you cannot remove the rest of the tick, see a board-certified dermatologist.

Dispose of the tick. Place it in a sealed bag or container; submerse the tick in alcohol; or wrap it tightly in tape. You may also want to save the tick in a sealed jar. That way, if you develop any symptoms after the bite, the tick can be tested for disease.

Clean the bite area with soap and water.

Ticks can bite at any time, however they’re most active in April through September. Fortunately, there are many things people can do to protect themselves and their families against ticks.

To prevent tick bites, dermatologists recommend the following tips:

Walk in the center of trails. Avoid walking through heavily-wooded and brushy areas with tall grass.

If you must walk through heavily-wooded areas, wear long pants and long sleeves. Pull your socks up over your pants, and tuck your shirt into your pants to prevent ticks from crawling up your body. It’s also a good idea to wear light-colored clothes so that ticks can be spotted easily.

Use insect repellent that contains 20 to 30 percent DEET on exposed skin and clothing. Make sure to follow the product instructions. Parents should apply this product to their children, making sure to avoid the hands, eyes and mouth.

Examine your skin after spending time in heavily-wooded or brushy areas. Conduct a full-body tick check to make sure that no ticks are crawling on you. Since ticks prefer warm, moist areas, be sure to check your armpits, groin and hair. You should also check your children, pets and any gear you used outside.

If you develop any symptoms within a few weeks after a tick bite, such as a rash, fever or body aches, see a board-certified dermatologist. Make sure you tell the doctor about your recent tick bite, when the bite occurred and where you most likely acquired the tick.

Skin cancer is one of the most preventable cancers. Take care of your skin by finding shade, covering up, and using sunscreen.
By: American Academy of Dermatology

Nails Care by American Academy of Dermatology

Having beautiful nails is less a matter of luck and more a matter of caring for them correctly. Here are dermatologists’ top manicure and pedicure tips:

1.Apply a cream to moisturize your nails, especially after removing nail polish since most removers contain chemicals that dry the nails.

2. To prevent infection, never cut or forcefully push back your cuticles. If you must push them back, only do so gently after a shower or bath.

3. While most nail salons follow strict cleanliness and disinfection guidelines, look for the following when visiting a salon:

3.1. Does your nail technician have the necessary experience and/or license, if required?
3.2. Are the stations clean?
3.3. Does the nail technician wash her hands between clients?
3.4. Are there dirty tools lying around?
In addition, do not hesitate to ask how they clean their tools.

4. Shave your lower legs after getting a pedicure, not before. That means not shaving your lower legs for at least 24 hours before you get a pedicure. If you nick yourself while shaving, a pedicure could put you at risk for an infection.

5. If you get frequent manicures and pedicures, consider purchasing your own tools to be used at the salon.

6. In addition, check that the pedicure foot-baths and filters are thoroughly disinfected before you use them. If they are improperly cleaned, they can harbor bacteria and fungus. If the salon does not appear clean, then move on.

7. If you want to wear a bright red or orange polish, prevent discoloration by applying an extra layer of base coat. If your nails become yellowed and discolored from the polish, your nails should return to normal color over several weeks if the same color is not reapplied.

8. While some people beg to differ, there is no scientific evidence that immersing nails in gelatin makes them stronger. Polishes that contain strengthening ingredients increase nail stiffness, which may make nails break more frequently.

9. Do not wear artificial nails to cover up nail problems as they may make them worse. Artificial nails are not recommended for people who are prone to fungal infections or have brittle nails. For people with healthy nails, artificial nails can be fine as long as they are not worn continuously.

10. Know what products are used in your artificial nails as the substances used can cause an allergic reaction in some people. If you develop a rash or other reaction, tell your doctor what products you used.

Please protect your skin in summers!

Please take good care of your babies, they are delicate!

I couldn't emphasize more the importance of SPF, at least SPF 30 and with broad spectrum protection against both UVAs and UVBs. Please use the sunblock cream whichever suits you but do use regularly.

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