Anti-Ageing Specialist Nurse
Roxy has accrued significant experience in the aesthetics industry, with over a decade as clinical trainer. She believes aesthetic medicine is ultimately about helping you feel your best. With a foundation in emergency nursing, bringing precision, safety and a high level of patient care to every treatment. Roxy focuses on creating a fresher version of you.
Postadolescent Acne
If you or someone you know over the age of 20 has acne, you may be interested in this article co-written by Dr Jo-Ann See.
If you think some of the features discussed apply to you, please book an appointment to discuss further with your General Practitioner or your Dermatologist.
Postadolescent acne in women – what is the cause and how can it be managed?
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Useful websites
Rather than a random web search for information on skin conditions, here are some of our favourite websites to help you navigate dermatological conditions.
General
The Australasian College of Dermatologists A-Z of skin
Condition specific
Eczema Association of Australia
Eczema
As the weather cools down, we often see an increase in the number of patients presenting with eczema. And it’s all because of the long hot showers!
Patients with eczema generally have dry, sensitive skin. Common trigger factors are changes in the weather and season; irritants such as soap, detergents, water as well as perfumed products. Often patients also have allergies which also encompass predispositions to asthma and hayfever.
The basis of all successful eczema treatment is the avoidance of long showers, avoiding soap (using gentle soap free wash is ok) and being liberal with the use of moisturisers. Repair of the skin barrier is essential to good eczema control. Mainstays of treatment include the use of suitable anti-inflammatory topical steroids and steroid sparing creams. For more severe cases, oral medications which suppress the immune system may be suitable as well as phototherapy treatment. The latest treatments include injection treatments know as biologics.
Eczema treatments should be tailored to each patient’s condition and our Dermatologists are able to provide you with a suitable treatment plan.
