Hirsutism: Maleness in Ladies!
Dr. KS Prasanna, Director, Institute of Applied Dermatology, Kasaragod, Kerala
Snigdha is a 16-year-old beautiful fair girl admired by all because of her beautiful facial skin texture. But slowly she started growing mustache, like teenage boys, and also dark hairs on the chin, and hands. …
The Rapidly Fatal Black Fungus: Mucormycosis
Dr. SR Narahari, Director, Institute of Applied Dermatology, Kasaragod, Kerala
In recent years ringworm or itchy fungus of thighs has spread across the country. However, Mucormycosis is a different fungus because when affected, it causes death in about 50 to 85% of patients in a very short period. …
Fight against Corona with balanced diet
Ms. Sruthi Mol.V Integrative Dietician, Institute of Applied Dermatology, Kasaragod, Kerala
Currently Covid-19 pandemic is a leading challenge across the globe. It is mandatory to attain and maintain good nutritional status to fight against the virus. The nutritional status of an individual is affected by several factors. …
Diet Recommendation for Fungal Overgrowth
Ms. Sruthi Mol. V, Integrative Dietitian, Institute of Applied Dermatology, Kasaragod, Kerala
Mucormycosis is a very serious and potentially fatal infection caused by exposure to mucor mold. Mucor is a microbial genus of approximately 40 species of molds commonly found in soil, plants. …
Hair greying in young (Premature greying)
Dr. KS Prasanna, Director, Institute of Applied Dermatology, Kasaragod, Kerala
Premature greying of hair is defined as greying of hair before the age of 25years. By the age of 50years, 50% of the population would have 50% of their hair turned grey. As greying of hair is considered a sign. …