Medical Conditions

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Acne is one of the most widespread skin conditions. Symptoms can include:

• Pustules, which are pimples with pus  it their tips.
• Papules which are raised bumps that stem from an infection in hair follicles.
• Nodules, which are painful lumps beneath the surface of the skin.
• Cysts which are larger, painful, pus-filled bumps beneath the skin’s surface.

Any person can get acne. People of Color may also develop  dark spots, known as post-inflammatory

hyper-pigmentation as a result.

People can typically treat acne with medication. For females, this may involve hormonal therapy, in some cases. Light therapy may also be effective. 

You don’t have to wait. Q aesthetics are at the forefront of advances in treating acne, so we can determine the most effective treatment plan for you.

Eczema usually develops early in childhood, but it can arise in adulthood. There are several types, including a topic dermatitis and contact dermatitis.

Eczema may cause rashes on or around the face, scalp, elbows, neck, wrists, ankles, or legs. The rashes are very itchy and may become bumpy, change color, or thicken. In adults, the rashes may cover more of the body, leading to widespread dry, itchy areas.

The symptoms may be less noticeable in people with darker skin, compared with those who have lighter skin. However, in People of Color, eczema can cause discoloration, making the affected areas lighter or darker. This may last, even after the eczema symptoms are no longer present medications that relieve the symptoms are available.

On skin of color, eczema rashes are less visible, which may make diagnosis more difficult. Inflammation may also leave lighter marks and must, therefore, be treated as soon as possible.

Rosacea most commonly causes redness on the face. In people with dark skin, the affected area may be darker and warmer than surrounding skin.

There are four subtypes, and these can cause other symptoms:

• Erythematotelangiectatic rosacea may cause:
  • redness
  • visible blood vessels
  • flushing
• Ocular rosacea may cause:
  • redness and irritation of the eyes
  • swollen eyelids
  • what looks like a stye
  • the sensation that something is in the eye
• Papulopustular rosacea may cause:
  • swelling
  • an irregular appearance
  • breakouts that may look like acne acne
• Phymatous rosacea causes:
  • thickening of the skin
  • a bumpy texture

There is no known cure for rosacea. Treat the symptoms with topical or oral anti-inflammatory medications are available

Psoriasis is an autoimmune disorder. Symptoms  typically include itchy patches of skin with an unusual appearance.

Areas of skin affected by psoriasis can vary in size and severity.In a person with white skin, the affected areas are typically red or pink with white scales.

There are five main types of psoriasis:

• Plaque psoriasis causes thick patches of skin.
• Pustular psoriasis causes pustules surrounded surrounded by skin that may be red.
• Erythodermic psoriasis causes widespread areas that appear severely burned.
• Inverse psoriasis causes a shiny rash in skin folds, such as in the armpits or around the genitals.
• Guttate psoriasis causes small spots on the scalp, face, torso, and limbs.
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Q Aesthetics can treat the symptoms with various medications, including creams and ointments.  We can recommend the most appropriate treatment plan.

Cellulitis is a bacterial infection in the deeper layers of the skin. It develops quickly and can spread rapidly throughout the body.

The affected skin may be red, swollen, hot, and painful or tender. Cellulitis is most common in the legs but can occur anywhere in the body.

Severe cellulitis may be life threatening, and the treatment generally involves antibiotics.

If you think you have cellulitis, you should get immediate medical care. Caught early and treated, cellulitis usually clears completely without causing any long-term problems.

Without treatment, the infection can spread quickly. The bacteria may travel to lymph nodes and into the bloodstream. This can lead to a blood infection or permanently damage lymph vessels, which are part of your immune system. Other complications can also develop.

When treated before complications occur, most people recover fully. Caught early, Cellulitis can be treated with antibiotics and good wound care.

Sun spots, also known as age spots, liver spots, or solar lentigines, are flat, dark areas that appear on the skin after sun exposure. They can vary in size and shape, and are often found on areas of the body that are most exposed to the sun, such as the face, hands, shoulders, and arms. Sun spots are caused by the skin's production of extra melanin in response to sun damage, which causes pigmented skin cells called melanocytes to multiply. 

Sun spots are very common in adults over 50, but younger people can also develop them if they spend a lot of time in the sun, especially those with fair skin. While sun spots are generally harmless and noncancerous, they can sometimes look like cancerous growths. To help differentiate between sun spots and skin cancer, you can look for signs of pain, bleeding, or discharge, which are not typically present with sun spots. 

You should also be aware that another type of sun spot, known medically as actinic keratoses, can feel rough and scaly and may potentially develop into skin cancer. If you're concerned about any type of skin changes, it's best to consult with Q  Aesthetics to discuss your treatment options.