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Infections, sweating, allergy, childhood skin, and lesions that need checking.
Some things need a diagnosis before anything else.
DermatologyA rash can be fungal, bacterial, viral or allergic, and the four are treated in opposite directions. Getting that wrong is what turns a two week problem into a two year one.
Anything suspicious is biopsied rather than watched. Skin cancer is straightforward when it is found early and difficult when it is not.
Your specialist
Dr Nikita Gupta
Consultant Dermatologist
Dr Gupta followed her father, a dermatologist, into the field, completing her MD in Delhi before clearing the MRCP SCE in the UK. Aesthetic fellowships in Mumbai and on Harley Street followed, then a Masters in Clinical Dermatology at King’s College London.
- MBBS · MD Dermatology
- MRCP SCE (UK)
- Masters in Clinical Dermatology, King’s College London
- Aesthetics Fellowship, Harley Street, London
Treatments available
- Bacterial, viral and fungal skin infections
- Bacterial infections are treated with antibiotics, viral infections with antiviral medications, and fungal infections with antifungal agents. Diagnosis is key for appropriate treatment.
- Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating)
- Treated with antiperspirants, Botox injections, or iontophoresis to reduce sweating. In severe cases, surgical options like sweat gland removal may be considered.
- Paediatric dermatology
- Specialises in diagnosing and treating skin conditions in children, including eczema, acne, and birthmarks. Treatments are tailored to the unique needs and skin sensitivities of young patients.
- Skin allergies
- Treated with antihistamines, topical corticosteroids, and avoiding allergens. Patch testing may be used to identify triggers and guide appropriate management strategies.
- Skin cancer diagnosis and treatment
- Involves biopsy for diagnosis and treatments like surgery, radiation, or topical chemotherapy. Early detection and treatment are crucial for effective management and improved outcomes.
- Childhood acne management
- Childhood acne needs careful management with gentle topical treatments and lifestyle changes, plus education for parents and children on effective skincare to prevent scarring and manage symptoms.
- Milia and wart removal
- Milia and wart removal involves precise techniques like laser treatment, cryotherapy, or minor surgery to safely remove these skin lesions, restoring smooth, blemish-free skin.
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