Dr. Sneha's Skin and Allergy Clinic

ग्रीष्मकाल(Summer) शायद बच्चों द्वारा सहन किए जाने वाले सबसे कठिन मौसमों में से एक है। गर्मी के मौसम में अधिक पसीना आने से डिहाइड्रेशन और त्वचा संबंधी कई समस्याएं हो सकती हैं। बच्चे की कोमल और नाजुक त्वचा को चिलचिलाती धूप से सुरक्षा की जरूरत होती है। उन्हें इस गर्मी में न केवल बाहरी बल्कि आंतरिक देखभाल की भी जरूरत है। यहां कुछ ऐसे तरीके बताए गए हैं, जिनसे बच्चों को इस कठोर मौसम से बचाया जा सकता है। 1. अपने बच्चों को हाइड्रेटेड रखें: अत्यधिक पसीना और शरीर से पानी की कमी निर्जलीकरण(dehydration) का कारण बन सकती है जो आगे चलकर समस्याएं पैदा कर सकती है। बच्चों को पर्याप्त मात्रा में पानी देना चाहिए और यदि वे सादा पानी लेने से मना करते हैं तो उन्हें हाइड्रेटेड रखने के लिए फलों का रस और ग्लूकोज, sherbet दिया जाना चाहिए। 2. उन्हें हल्के सूती कपड़े पहनाएं: आपके बच्चों का आराम सभी फैशन और स्टाइल से ऊपर है। उन्हें हल्के रंग के सूती कपड़े पहनाने से वे आराम से रहेंगे और उन्हें स्वतंत्र रूप से घूमने में मदद मिलेगी। अपने बच्चे के अधिकतम आराम को सुनिश्चित करने के लिए अच्छी quality  सूत...

Vitiligo is a skin condition in which white spots appear on skin surface, this is result of loss of melanocytes in the skin. It is autoimmune disease in which body’s immune system mistakenly attack healthy cells producing skin pigments melanin which gives colour to the skin. There are lot of doubts relating to Vitiligo which makes home for misconceptions, so knowing the fact and exact cause is important. Some common myths and facts related to Vitiligo are: • Myth1: Eating specific food combination causes Vitiligo. Fact: Vitiligo is skin condition which is not affected by food, there are no specific food or combination of foods that causes Vitiligo. It’s a myth that eating milk over fish, eating white coloured food or certain citrus food causes Vitiligo, there is no scientific study proving the same. White Food/Citrus food and Vitiligo have no relation. • Myth 2: Vitiligo is communicable or contagious. Fact: Vitiligo does not spread through sharing utensils, cloth, shar...

Our nails are made from skin cells, and reflect our overall health. So, as we prioritise our skin care, nail care is equally important. Well-groomed nails are everyone’s favourite, they make appearance of your hands more youthful and also shield from infections. Here are some tips that you should include in your self-care for keeping your nails healthy. ·       Keep nails Clean and dry : Infection is very common because of dirty nails. Dirt beneath your nails is root cause of development of germs. Prolong exposure to moisture may also lead to development of split fingernails. ·       Trim nails regularly : Trim your nails regularly with sharp clipper and it is better to file your nails round from the corner for maximum strength. This will help avoiding ingrown nails. Don’t forget to cut and file toe nails, this will avoid injury. Best time to cut and file nails is right after bath as nails are much softer afte...

We all have an urge to have thick, bouncy, luscious hair just as we see in movies. It is generally said your body is what you put in, so having healthy diet can make your hair healthy and shiny. Healthy lifestyle includes many factors like nutrition rich food, staying stress free, sleep cycle, genetics, environment around you etc. Eating foods which are rich in vitamins and micronutrients are essential for your healthy hair. Some options are: ·        Fish: Fish like Salmon, tuna and other fatty fish are great source of omega-3 fatty acids. Salmon is also great for healthy heart. These oily fish are not only good source of omega -3 but also source of protein, selenium and Vitamins D and B. So, these tasty fishes will not only tickle your taste buds but also give you healthy hair. ·        Eggs: Eggs are store house of protein, and basic nutrients like iron, choline, Vitamins A, D and B12. Eggs ...

Acne is a very common skin condition. This condition is most common in teenage and at some point of this time everyone has experienced acnes. Let’s know what is acne and how it can be prevented. Main reason of acne formation is clogged pores. Generally oily skin is linked with acnes but other skin types may also experience breakouts. Acne occurs when combination of oil, bacteria and dead skin cells clogs the opening of hair follicles, because of which sebum get trapped in the pore and pops up on the skin surface as pimple. There are many reasons of acnes like puberty, menstrual cycle, pregnancy, menopause, excessive oil production, dead skin and bacteria building in the pores and many more. Reason may be any but taking care of acne prone skin is necessary.  Making simple lifestyle changes can give you healthy pimple free skin, these may include: • Wash your face at least twice a day with mild cleanser. It is really important to cleanse your face after exercise or excessive sweating...

S ummer is blooming and as the temperature is rising, so is our urge to go on vacation. Vacations are rejuvenating, spending time with family, doing physical activity, getting some vitamin D is necessary, but taking care of your skin is equally important in this sweltering heat. It’s very easy for your skin care to get disturbed when away from home, but this is the time when our skin needs most attention. So, by taking care of some tips, you can have wonderful skin in Vacations. ·        Sunscreen First and foremost, whenever going out in sun apply sunscreen. This should be applied thoroughly in thick layer on all exposed body parts. Try to choose sunscreen which has SPF of 15 or higher and provide protection against both UVA and UVB rays. Take doctors consultation before applying sunscreen on Infants who are 6 months or less. As sunscreens waive off easily so make sure to reapply if you stay out for more than 2 hours or after swimmin...

Vitiligo Depression Vitiligo is a skin disorder in which skin patches lose pigment and develop light colour patches on the skin. This is chronic autoimmune disorder that can affect either small area or whole body. In this the skin cells responsible of making pigment that is melanocytes skin cells are attacked and destroyed by body’s own healthy tissues by mistake.   Vitiligo is not contagious in nature that means it cannot spread from one person to other through physical touch, sharing food or sexual activity.  Though it is not communicable still it is treated as curse in our society, which impacts mental health of person with vitiligo.  Conditions like low self-esteem, anxiety, depression are really common in vitiligo patients.  Vitiligo patient fights a daily battle with themselves, feeling of being different and not accepted as normal in the society may tear them down emotionally and make them feel low about their body. Therefore, ...

होली के बाद बालों की देखभाल के दिशा निर्देश: अपने बालों से जितना हो सके रंग झाड़ ले जब तक रंग सूखा हो तब तक उसे हटाना आसान है | नहाने से पहले किसी पुराने तौलिये या नैपकिन से जितना हो सके रंग झाड़ ले  ठंडे पानी से धोऐ  अपने बालों को ठंडे पानी से धोएं | ऐसा करने से रंग आसनी से निकल जाता है इसके पशचात बालो को साफ करने के लिया मंद केसमार्जक (शैम्पू ) mild shampoo का प्रयोग करें |  कंडीशनर की मोटी परत लगाएं जब आपने अपने बालो से रंग को अच्छे से धो दिया हो, तब अपने बालो मे ऊपर से नीचे तक गहना कंडिशनर की मोटी परत लगाएं    पर्याप्त मात्रा में पानी पिएं होली के दौरान पानी पीना बहुत महत्वपूर्ण है | क्योकि होली मे हम रंगो से खेलते वक्त ज्यादा तर समय धूप मे बिताते है, इसलिए हमारे शरीर को नम रहना जरूरी है | इस समय आपको अत्यधिक पानी पीना चाहिए अन्यथा थका हुआ और कमज़ोर महसूस करेंगे |

होली  के पूर्व बालो की देखभाल के लिए दिशानिर्देश होली खेलने जाने से ठीक पहले , अपने सर की त्वचा पर अपने पसंदीदा तेल के साथ मालिश कीजिए  जैसे की नारियल का तेल, जैतून का तेल या फिर बादाम का तेल | यह प्रक्रिया आपने बालो को रसायन से होने वाली हानि से बचाता है एवं आपके सर की त्वचा  को पोषित करता है |  दोमुहे बालो को काट दीजिये  होली के रंगो मे रंगने से कुछ दिन पहले अपने दोमुहे बालो को काट ले | होली के रंग आपके बालों के सिरों को क्षतिग्रस्त कर देते है, जिससे आपके दोमुहे  बाल और ज्यादा विभाजित हो जाता है | अपने बालो को ढक कर या  फिर बाँध कर रखे  अपने बालो को टूटने से बचाने के लिए चोटी बनाना सुनिशिचत करें | यदि आप यह नही करना चाहते, तो अपने बालों को केवल किसी सूती दुपटे से लपेट लीजिये |

Skincare tips to follow for protecting your skin this HOLI... 1. Stop using all actives and exfoliants 2 days prior to Holi. 2. No scrubbing should be done 3. No in clinic procedures such as peels and lasers should be done. 4. Moisturise your skin well with a thick moisturiser. 5. Use petroleum jelly  to protect your lips, corner of mouth, eyes, nose and behind your ears 6. Cover your nails with transparent nail polish and extend it beyond nail margins 7. Slather yourself with liberal quantity of sunscreen. Don't forget your hands and feet.  8. Protect your hair by applying coconut oil all over your scalp and hair length. 9. Opt for full sleeve clothing, protective hairstyles such as buns and braids. You can use bandana and scarfs to protect your hair and don't forget your sunglasses. Remember to be safe Happy holi !!! Enjoy to the fullest

POST HOLI HAIR CARE TIPS: Dust off color as much colour as you can It is easier to remove the colour while it is still dry. Take old towels, napkins and try to dust off as much of it as you can before getting into the shower and getting wet. Wash with cold water Wash your hair with cold water as it removes the colours easily. Then use a mild shampoo to cleanse the hair. Apply thick layer of conditioner  Once you have washed off the colour from your hair, apply a thick layer of intense conditioner all over the length of your hair. Remain hydrated Drinking water is vital during Holi. Since, we spend most of the time under the sun while playing with colour, so our body needs to remain hydrated. You should drink lots of water otherwise you will    feel tired and exhausted

PRE HOLI HAIR CARE TIPS: Begin with a oil massage Massade your scalp with any oil of your choice, like coconut, almond, or olive oil right before you go to play Holi. This protects your hair from getting damaged from the harsh chemicals and nourishes your scalp. Chop off the split ends A couple of days before you douse yourself in colour, get rid of your split ends. Holi colours leaves you with damaged ends, causing your hair to split way more than usual. Always cover or tie your hair Make sure to braid your hair te prevent breakage. If you really want to go the extra mile, simply wrap your hair up in a cotton scarf or cover it with a hat.

जिम में त्वचा के संक्रमण(infection ) को रोकने में मदद के लिए त्वचा विशेषज्ञ निम्नलिखित युक्तियों की सलाह देते हैं: ढीले-ढाले, नमी सोखने वाले कपड़े पहनें। यह आपकी त्वचा को खुष्क रखने में मदद करेगा और कीटाणुओं को बढ़ने से रोकेगा। अपने जिम के कपड़े पहनने के बाद उन्हें धोना न भूलें। हमेशा जूते पहनें, खासकर पूल के आसपास और लॉकर रूम और शावर में। अपने जिम बैग में शॉवर शूज, फ्लिप-फ्लॉप या सैंडल की एक जोड़ी रखें। पब्लिक जिम में कभी भी नंगे पैर न चलें। किसी भी कट को साफ और ढक कर रखें। जब तक आपका घाव ठीक नहीं हो जाता तब तक सौना, स्टीम रूम और हॉट टब के इस्तेमाल से बचें। उपयोग करने से पहले और बाद में उपकरणों को कीटाणुरहित करें। कीटाणुनाशक वाइप्स या स्प्रे से उपकरण साफ करें। अतिरिक्त सुरक्षा के लिए आपकी त्वचा और साझा सतहों के बीच एक बाधा जोड़ने पर विचार करें, जैसे कि एक तौलिया, जैसे कसरत बेंच और साइकिल सीट। जब योगा मैट जैसे अपने खुद के उपकरण मुहैया कराना संभव हो, तो जिम का इस्तेमाल करने के बजाय इसे घर से लाएं। वर्कआउट करने के तुरंत बाद अपने हाथ धोएं या सैनिटाइज करें। जितनी जल्दी हो सके स...

 Do you dread the winter months, especially the effect that cold weather has on your skin? We understand the harsh cold climate presents some truly annoying skincare challenges. It is no wonder our skin often ends up dry, flaky, itchy and dehydrated. Moreover, dryness triggers irritation in the skin. These are some widespread concerns that impact individuals of all ages and with the drop of temperature, these skincare issues will intensify. Moisturizers containing shea butter, paraffin, glycerin etc. help but the patient should seek proper consultation with a dermatologist to alleviate the symptoms. So, now it is right time to reinvent your skincare routine to combat extreme winter dryness and keep your skin glowing and healthy throughout the chilly weather. Here are some power-packed skin care tips to combat winter dryness and keep your skin glowing and healthy through winter season. Avoid hot baths and showers that dehydrate and potentially trigger irritation in the s...

From common problems such as acne, under eye dark circles and fungal infections to birthmarks, white patches and scars, we have a custom treatment just for you. The range of techniques that we adopt and which you can choose from is quite wide. Whatever the age of patients who walk into our facility, we endeavor to give them healthy, youthful skin that lasts. However, it is not just the needs of ad ults that we look after. Skin Conditions We Treat Some examples of skin conditions the Doctor treats: • Acne • Alopecia (hair loss) • Atopic dermatitis • Cloasma & Melasma (dark skin discoloration) • Eczema • Nail fungus & infections (e.g. paronychia) • Pigmentation • Psoriasis (red skin and irritation) • Sexually transmitted diseases • Skin cancers • Warts • Vitiligo Specialty Areas Besides general dermatological issues, we have two special areas of interest: Children’s Services: Children’s skin is constantly affected by the environments they are in. We help you treat their issues a...