Skin, one of the most important organs, is always on the
verge of being affected by various diseases. So, we have decided to write down
this article with an aim to inform you about some very common skin problems
with their solutions so that you can get rid of them easily on being affected.
In this blog, Dr Rodney
Aziz is going to tell you about skin problems and solutions.
Herpes Zoster-
Herpes Zoster, a viral infection, is spread by the
chickenpox virus. This disease normally victimizes people with weak immune
systems.
Symptoms-
Pain or a bruised on one side of your face.
Itching, Prickling skin, red skin rash.
A long strip of small blisters.
Deep burning, searing, and aching.
Treatments- Dr Rod Aziz tells you to follow
these treatments-
1- Consult a doctor and most probably he will prescribe you high
doses of anti-viral drugs such as Zovirax, Valtrex, or Famvir.
2- Use an anti-itch cream or lotion.
3- Keep rashes cool.
Ring Worm-
Ringworm, a very common fungal skin infection, most commonly
affects the scalp, the feet, and the groin.
Symptoms-
It appears in a ring shaped rash.
The ring has red center.
Treatments-
Apply an anti-fungal cream on infect areas of your skin.
Clean the infected area twice a day with anti-fungal soaps.
Apply balm on your skin.
Skin Rashes-
Skin rashes may appear on skin due to various reasons, from
allergies to infections.
Symptoms-
Red bumps on the body.
Itching and inflammation.
Treatments-
If it happens to allergy, avoid the thing that does not suit
you.
Apply anti inflammation lotion on your skin.
Contact a dermatologist.
Bugs Bite-
It occurs due to bites of different bugs.
Symptoms-
Redness
Swelling
Inflammation
Treatments-
Dr Rodney Aziz tells you to
follow these treatments-
Rub ice cube on the bitten area.
Take a hot shower.
Pour alcohol or ammonia on the area.
Toothpaste can also be applied.
Eczema-
Dr Rodney Aziz
tells that it is amidst one of the most common skin diseases.
Symptoms-
Itchiness, inflammation.
Crust
Patches
Treatment-
Elidel and Protopic ointment (only after the prescription of
a medical professional).
Apply mild skin care soap after consulting with a
dermatologist.
Moisturize your skin on time to time.
Dr Rodney Aziz
hopes that these tips will be quite helpful for you to get rid of these
problems, nevertheless you had better contact a professional dermatologist who
can examine your problem and provide you proper treatment as per your specific
requirements.
