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Hyperhidrosis can be classified as either primary, the most common type, or secondary, which will be detailed below..
PRP is an autologous concentration of human platelets in a small volume of plasma, which is developed from autologous blood, meaning that it is inherently safe and is defined as a sample of autologous...
Dermal filler fills an area and changes light reflection; however, it will not help hyperpigmented skin or hollowness due to puffy eyes and poor lymphatic drainage (Sharad, 2012). Many patients with...
Management of CM involves multiple factors (Weatherall, 2015), including: Lifestyle modifications, such as losing weight, modifying response to stressors and getting sufficient sleep (Schwedt,...
DSH entails infliction of self-injury in the absence of suicidal intent for the large majority of patients. However, it is important to note that DSH is a recognised risk factor for suicide in a...
Dermal fillers can be broadly divided into two categories, based on the longevity of the product, as well as their origin. In terms of longevity, dermal fillers can be temporary, semi-permanent or...
A 40-year-old woman who had undergone breast augmentation via AQUAfilling gel injection 2 years ago was referred to the three of the authors' radiology department due to palpable mass on the upper...
Botulinum toxin is the exotoxin of Clostridium botulinum, which is a spore-forming, gram-positive anaerobic bacterium (Kedlaya, 2010). In total, seven different serotypes are produced by Clostridium...
There are several important considerations regarding the anatomical characteristics of the nose, both from the aesthetic and safety point of view..
On average, normal hair loss is under 100 hairs per day; and these are normally replaced by new, thicker hair, so the loss does not tend to be noticeable..
To ensure the safety and quality of medical devices, there are regulations that must be adhered to so that manufacturers can bring them to market. These regulations are implemented differently in...
Research suggests that hyaluronic acid lip fillers usually last approximately 6–9 months before the host's immune response degrades them (Kopp et al, 2013)..
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