Sweating is one of the ways that our bodies can get rid of excess heat. We usually sweat when we are in a warm place or if we’ve heated our bodies up by exercising. As the sweat evaporates from our bodies, it carries away some of this heat so that our skin cools down. We won’t usually notice this happening unless we get very warm, but some people can sweat a lot more than usual due to a condition known as hyperhidrosis, which is particularly common in children and younger people. How Much Sweat is Too Much? Sweating is normal when it happens in situations that heat the body up. You should ex ..read more

The skin is the largest and most visible organ in the body so it can often reveal warning signs of underlying health problems that need to be treated. Your skin can be affected by a wide range of different conditions in different parts of your body so it is essential to seek advice about any unusual symptoms. Although skin symptoms are usually caused by treatable skin conditions, they can sometimes be a sign of a serious health problem. What Conditions Show Up on The Skin? Skin conditions such as allergies, eczema and infections are the most common cause of symptoms that appear on the skin ..read more

Hormones are chemical messengers that coordinate the activities of all the different cells and tissues in our bodies. The hormone produced by one tiny gland can circulate throughout our bodies in order to trigger different effects in different areas. Usually, these effects are beneficial. However, when are hormone levels are higher or lower than normal or if we have a persistent hormonal imbalance, it can cause problems. Some of these hormonal issues can cause visible effects on our skin. Hormones and Acne One of the most common hormonal skin problems is acne. Acne occurs when hair follicles ..read more

Winter weather can take a heavy toll on our skin. We are constantly stepping between the warm, heated rooms indoors and the cold, dry air outside. We also tend to wrap up more at this time of year, which can cause problems if clothes are rubbing on our skin or if we over-heat and sweat builds up. The impact can be even worse if you already have problems with your skin as the winter weather can trigger flare ups for many skin conditions. Many people need to book an extra appointment with their dermatologist in London to get advice on changing their skincare routine or medication at this time of ..read more

Our diet can have a significant impact on all aspects of our health so eating well is an important part of looking after our hair. Nutritional supplements are one of the treatments that your dermatologist in London might recommend if you have a problem with your hair, including some kinds of hair loss. However, taking supplements won’t always help with all kinds of hair loss, especially if you’re already eating a balanced diet. Nutritional Deficiencies and Hair Loss Supplements can be most effective for hair loss when it is caused by a nutritional deficiency. Our hair needs a variety of diff ..read more

Acne is a very common problem, especially for teenagers and young adults in their 20s. However, it doesn’t affect everyone equally. Some teenagers have very clear skin with just the occasional spot while others are struggling with severe and widespread acne that requires treatment by a dermatologist in London. Why do some of us get more spots than others? How Common is Acne in Teenagers? Acne is very common. Almost everyone with have at least a few spots at some point in their lives but it is most common during the teenage years. Acne is most common between the ages of 12 and 25 80% of teena ..read more

What we eat can have a dramatic impact on our health, so it’s hardly surprising that there are so many stories online about people who claim to have cured their skin conditions with special diets. How true are these claims and should you change what you eat because of your skin condition? Can Food Trigger Skin Conditions? Specific foods can trigger certain kinds of skin conditions in some people. The most obvious example of this is when a food allergy triggers skin symptoms such as a rash. Most skin allergies are triggered by substances that come in contact with our skin, but they can also h ..read more

Actinic keratoses are a relatively common skin condition that will affect 1 in 5 of us at some point in our lives. Since they occur as a result of gradual sun damage, they are more common in the over 40s and in people with fairer skin. You are also more likely to be affected if you spend a lot of time in the sun, especially if you don’t wear sunscreen. However, anyone can be affected by actinic keratoses so it’s important to see a doctor if you think you might have them. Diagnosing Actinic Keratoses Actinic keratoses are a type of growth that can occur after skin has been damaged by the sun ..read more

Skin allergies are a growing problem for children in the UK, but why are they becoming more common? How Common Are Skin Allergies in Children? Allergies are very common, but it can be difficult to know exactly how many people are affected. We don’t always go to see a dermatologist in London for a mild problem like a rash that disappears quickly, so we can only estimate the true number of people with allergies from those who do use children’s dermatology services such as those provided by the HSDC. The World Allergy Organisation estimates that as many as 40% of us could be affected by some ki ..read more

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