Skin Conditions

Treat your Rash at our Harley Street Dermatology Clinic – Dermatologist consultation £169

A rash can occur at any time and on anyone. They often resolve on their own however if you’ve been afflicted with a rash and would like it cleared call our London Dermatology Clinics. All rash patients will be seen by our senior dermatologist who will be able to identify the cause of rash and treat it accordingly.

A rash can be characterized into the following:

Blistering –  Collection of fluid in round or oval shape underneath the outer layer of the skin.
Macular – They appear like flat spots.
Nodular – It looks like small and firm rounded mass.
Papular – Similar to nodular, it might appear little raised.
Pustular – It appears as a blister containing pus.

Causes of Rash:

Food Allergy – Sometimes people develop rashes following food consumption they are not used to. Sometimes a change in water could be a reason when a person migrates to foreign land. In this case, a person should start with little quantity and gradually increase if there are no signs of rashes.

Drug Reactions – Rashes may appear on the skin of the people who are taking a long or short course of medication

Contact with Irritant – When skin comes in contact with chemicals used in hair dye, paints, cosmetic creams, detergents, perfumes, etc. and metals like nickel and zinc, rashes tend to appear. The skin may not be suitable for such things and may develop rashes.

Skin Diseases – Patients with other skin diseases are often prone to getting a rash. Visit our dermatologists today to treat your skin disease and rash.

Heat Exposure – The skin may start to develop rashes when it is exposed to strong sun’s heat for a long time.
Friction between clothes and skin – Not everybody has the same skin type, hence the clothes they wear may produce irritation when it comes in contact with the body. Avoid wearing such fabrics as soon as you find irritation on the skin.

Rashes in Infants – Rashes are very common in infants. They are not usually serious and often go away on their own. Diaper rash can occur when the infant’s skin is in prolonged contact with the bacteria present in the waste product of the baby.

Harley Street Healthcare – London Dermatology Clinics Tip: For nappy rash clean the affected area with plain water and expose the infant’s skin to the air as much as possible. Use cloth diaper if possible. N.B.  A rash may appear on the infant’s face due to food and stomach issues.

Rash Treatment London

Treatment for rashes can include topical or oral preparations depending on its cause. Our dermatologists have seen plenty of rashes and will be able to diagnose your or your infants rash allowing them to formulate an effective treatment plan. Call us today to book in for an appointment.

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Treat your Eczema at our Harley Street Clinic – Dermatologist Consultation £169

Eczema or dermatitis is inflammation of the skin – it can affect all ages and all areas of the body including the scalp. Eczema can be very itchy, uncomfortable and sometimes embarrassing. At Harley Street Healthcare, our London dermatologists have a wealth of experience in treating eczema and difficult to treat dermatitis including eczema in children. 

As a life long eczema sufferer I felt that there was no point in seeing any more doctors. After a lot of persuading by my friend who visited Harley Street Healthcare for his skin condition I decided to take the plunge and see what could be done with mine. I was prescribed a concoction of medications and given a treatment plan which cleared my skin faster than I could believe it.  My skin is now clear and I only need to use the medication when the odd patch of eczema arises. I can’t thank the team enough.

P.Z Paddington, London

Our London Dermatologists are highly skilled in treating eczema in adults and children. Our dermatologists provide treatment regimes that are based on results. Many of our clients have been amazed at the response of our eczema treatments and are often surprised that their eczema clears up so well. If you would like to discuss how to effectively clear your eczema, call our clinic on 0207 030 3370.

Types of Eczema

Atopic eczema – Very common in children linked with hay fever and asthma. One out of five children born in the UK suffers from eczema. Atopic eczema can cause lack of sleep, tiredness, slows growth and irritability. It can be very itchy and can appear on the face in babies and elbows and knees in older children. Atopic eczema may improve with age but often continues into adulthood.

Harley Street Healthcare – London dermatology clinics tip: Apply moisturiser to prevent the drying of skin. Bathe regularly in lukewarm, salt water.

Contact dermatitis – This is caused by an allergic reaction when skin comes into contact with chemicals such as metals in jewelry, perfume fragrances, chemicals in hair dye and preservatives in cosmetic creams. People may become allergic to the products that they have been using for years and remain allergic from that point onwards. In case of unexplained eczema at certain sites, patch testing can be used to identify the cause.

Irritant contact eczema – This eczema occurs when the chemical in soaps and disinfectants come in contact too often with the skin – common in people who wash their hands frequently including hairdressers, chefs and health care workers. It is not actually an allergic reaction, but it is the irritation that is being caused due to the loss of natural oils from the skin.

Lichen simplex chronicus – It starts with something that rubs or irritates the skin such as fabric. As a person scratches more on the affected area, the skin tends to thicken more. The more thick it gets, the more it itches. It may spread rapidly on other body parts if the person keeps scratching.

Pompholyx/Dyshydrotic eczema – This eczema develops small itchy blisters under the skin on hands and feet. This might be related to sweating, and it occurs mostly in young adults. It is aggravated when the spot comes in contact with irritants such as soap water or detergent.

Drug-induced eczema – Any of the above eczema that occurs because of the side effects of the medications

Asteatotic eczema – Eczema develops when the skin becomes dry and cracked with age. Affects lower legs and underarms. It is common in elderly patients.

Eczema Treatment London

The treatments for eczema can be divided into three basic categories based on the severity: creams, systemic medication and phototherapy.

Creams include steroids, emollients and soap substitutes. Emollients should be applied regularly to keep the skin soft. Topical steroids should be applied at night to reduce inflammation and itching sensation.

Systemic medications may require monitoring using blood tests and should only be taken under the supervision of an experienced dermatologist.

Call us now to book an appointment with one of our consultant dermatologists today.

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Treat your acne at our Harley Street Clinic –  Dermatologist Consultation £169

Acne can be an uncomfortable and stressful skin disease, that’s why we have specialist clinics dedicated purely for the treatment of acne. At Harley Street Healthcare, dermatologists at our London dermatology clinics have decades of experience in treating stubborn acne with many patients often very surprised at how clear their skin was prior to developing acne.

Prior to visiting Harley Street Healthcare, I had tried many different ointments and creams prescribed to me by my GP. It was obvious that the team were extremely knowledgeable in treating acne with their results based approach. My skin is now clear after many years of suffering this disease. I wish I had come here earlier. Thank you team!

G. N Wandsworth

Acne is one of the most common skin problems faced by teenagers and young adults. Acne arises as sebaceous glands present in hair follicle start to secrete oil or grease which in turn produces sebum, a solid white substance. When skin cells in the follicle shed, they mix with the sebum and block the follicle. As more and more sebum gathers, it swells out on the skin and creates an ideal environment for the propionibacterium acnes (P acnes) bacteria.

The bacteria builds up along with other debris from the skin surface blocking the follicle causing inflammation giving rise to blackheads, whiteheads, cysts and pimples.

Acne appears on face, chest and back. Many acne patients suffer from low self-confidence, low self-esteem especially for those who have acne on their face. That’s why Harley Street Healthcare’s London dermatology clinics have specialist acne clinics tailored for acne patients many of whom have had little success elsewhere.

What Causes Acne?
Acne occurs in two structures.
1) The pore through which the hair comes out – here, the stickiness of dead skin cells partially blocks the pore.
2) The secretion of oil in sebaceous glands – the more oil produced, the oilier the skin gets. When pores are partially blocked, it limits the flow of the oil to the skin. The oil keeps gathering and starts to solidify giving rise to blackheads. The black colour of the blackhead is not because of the dirt, but it is because of a change in pigment in the blockage.

As the  oil collects around the hair and the hair root, it can get infected by the bacteria present in the skin – that’s why some dermatologists like prescribing antibiotics in conjunction with acne medication. The bacterium transforms the oil into inflammatory chemicals that causes redness, soreness and formation of pus, known as pimples. When this spot is squeezed, the pus can break deep into the skin instead of on the skin surface. This bursting of pus in the skin can result in cyst formation. If the cyst is ruptured, it causes acne scars.

Acne Treatment London
Dermatologists at our London Dermatology Clinics will treat your acne depending on its cause, severity and your gender. Our dermatologists are highly experienced in treating acne and will approach your treatment with a results based approach.

Treatment can involve a combination of topical ointments, oral antibiotics, contraceptive pills (for women) and retinoids. Other therapies like laser therapy and hyfrecation are also popular and effective to treat acne. Laser therapy works by pointing the laser light on the skin, which kills the bacteria causing acne and repairs the damages caused by the bacteria.Your treatment will depend on the severity of your condition – our experienced dermatologists treat acne on a daily basis and will be able to tailor you a personalised and effective treatment plan to clear your skin.

Call us now on 02070303370 to arrange a consultation with one of our dermatologists and start your acne treatment today.

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