Department Of Dermatology

Overview

Sahyadri Hospital Department of Plastic Surgery and Dermatology provides a comprehensive treatment option to all its patients, including cosmetic, plastic, and reconstructive surgery. We focus on the broad category of plastic surgery, not just aesthetic surgery. Our department is renowned for its wide array of skin treatment options, and we take pride in providing the best diagnosis and treatment options for all patients.

Our hospital’s plastic surgeon team has received specialized training to provide services like cleft lip and palate, correction of post-traumatic problems, and post-surgical reconstruction. Our team of skilful dermatologists carries out various processes for treating general skin diseases and severe skin disorders.

Quick Facts To Read Under Dermatology

Acne:

Acne occurs when hair follicles become plugged with oil and dead skin cells, appearing on the face, neck, shoulder, and upper back. Treatment aims to reduce swelling, oil production, and bacterial infection, followed by skin regeneration. Topical products help treat the milder forms of acne, whereas severe forms are treated with micro-abrasion, chemical peels, or laser treatment.

Age spots:

They are flat spots that can appear in black, brown, or grey. They are commonly seen in areas exposed to the sun, such as face, hands, and shoulder. Although these spots are harmless, treatments such as laser therapy, dermabrasion, and chemical peel can also be chosen for aesthetic concerns.

Eczema:

Eczema develops because of the reduced production of fats and oil in the skin and lesser water-retaining properties, which reduces moisture. This leads to skin cracks through which irritants can enter and cause itching. Taking precautions, keeping your doctor informed, and avoiding triggering factors can keep eczema under control.  

Impetigo:

Impetigo is a type of bacterial infection of the skin that is contagious and can spread by close contact. Treatment mostly includes antibiotic creams or oral medications and taking necessary precautions to avoid further spread.

Vitiligo:

This is a skin condition in which you can see patches on the skin because of the loss of colour in blotches. It occurs when melanocytes (skin pigment/melanin-producing cells) die or stop functioning. We can treat it with procedures and therapies like phototherapy, depigmentation, topical corticosteroids, and skin grafting.

Dermatitis:

Dermatitis is a skin inflammation caused by irritation or an allergic reaction. The skin with dermatitis appears red, swollen, and sore. Treatment includes anti-allergy/ antihistamine lotions, soothing creams, and topical or oral antibiotics.

Itchy skin:

This is a consequence of dry skin, which occurs due to a lack of moisture, making the skin appear dull, cracked, rough, red, and itchy. The use of moisturizers, mild cleansers, and ointments containing vitamin E can help reduce and prevent this condition. You can consult your doctor if it persists.

Folliculitis:

Folliculitis is the inflammation of hair follicles, which are small cavities surrounding the hair roots. Folliculitis is commonly seen in the scalp, armpits, thighs, or neck. Treatment involves a combination of antibiotic creams and oral corticosteroids. For better results, doctors may choose laser or phototherapy.

Basal cell carcinoma:

This is a type of skin cancer that most often develops in areas exposed to the sun. It may appear as a bump on the skin that’s brown or glossy black and has a rolled border. Treatment depends on the tumour’s severity, type, and location, and includes electrodessication, curettage, and cryosurgery.

Melanoma:

Melanoma is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in melanocytes (cells that colour the skin). Melanomas are treated surgically if detected in the early stages. We can treat it with chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and immunotherapy for severe stages.

Psoriasis:

Psoriasis is a disease caused by an overactive immune response attacking the body’s cells and tissues. It appears thick, pink to red patches, causing the skin to split, rupture, itch, bleed, and flake. Treatment includes a combination of medications like cyclosporines, retinoid gels with Longwave ultraviolet radiation, or Photochemotherapy.

Rosacea:

Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that appears as a red rash or pus-filled pimples on the face and may affect the eyes. It can be treated with topical medicines that include metronidazole, vitamin A, benzoyl peroxide, and azelaic acid. Surgery or laser therapy may be needed for severe cases.

• Laser therapy: It works by producing an intense beam of bright light that may treat wrinkles, scars, blood vessel lesions, pigmented lesions, tattoos, and unwanted hair.

• Chemical peels: This is a painless procedure done using alpha hydroxy acids (usually glycolic acid)to improve the appearance of the skin by causing a very mild exfoliation (sloughing) of a portion of the uppermost layer of the skin.   

• Microdermabrasion/skin polishing This involves the combination of a vacuum-like suction and crystals sprayed on the skin’s surface. This gentle rejuvenation produces a refreshed, softer look for patients.
  

• Hydrojet therapy for skin rejuvenation: This treatment gently exfoliates your skin, purifying and extracting your pores with a vacuum machine.

• Dermaroller for acne scars: Dermaroller comes with micro-needles that induce collagen into your skin. After that, high-intensity radiofrequency waves are used to boost collagen production, which heals acne scars.
  

• PRP–for face and scalp: Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections are a non-surgical treatment often used with other hair loss treatments to stimulate hair growth and rejuvenation
  

• Warts, corn, moles, skin tags, remova.

• Cryotherapy for keloids: Cryotherapy is the most effective and safe procedure, and it involves applying extreme cold to treat or destroy keloids.  

We also offer screening tests for our patients to help detect and accurately diagnose severe skin problems and address their issues through our advanced technology, exceptional care, and devoted staff.

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