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25.01.2022 Talking about skin of colour, here is my collaboration with my colleague @dr_dalya_shaikbzeni where we discuss melasma, a skin condition that mainly affects women (and some men) with darker skin type. Swipe across to find out what causes it, risk factors, and how to treat it. Thank you for shedding light on conditions that affect those with skin of colour. Check out her other great educational posts and videos @dr_dalya_shaikbzeni

22.01.2022 On our recent family trip to the zoo I learnt that even sun bears get melanoma!! Yikes! It’s ‘The National Skin Cancer Action Week’ and a fitting time to remind everyone to take action to prevent skin cancer by ‘slip, slip, slap, slide and seeking shade’. Make sure you check your skin for suspicious spots and see your dermatologist or GP if you are worried about any lesion. More on what you should look out for soon...... #askdrtevi #skin #dermatology #dermatologist #skincancer #skincancerawareness #skincancerprevention #melanoma #skincheck #sydneydermatologist #deltadermatology #nationalskincanceractionweek #doctorsofinstagram

16.01.2022 I talked about pigmentation being an issue for darker skin type. This is a condition known as ‘Poikiloderma of Civatte’s’ where the UV rays can cause permanent damage to fair skin resulting in red and brown blotchy patches. Interestingly you can see how the patch of skin directly beneath the chin is still fair -that’s because your chin was like an umbrella over your upper neck and protected that part from sun’s harmful rays. Again prevention is key. Sun protection is cornerstone to treatment too. We also use light and laser devices to treat this condition.

14.01.2022 Our new practice waiting room. Loving the chairs- and still glad I went with that cliched Bronte bath scene . #deltadermatology #syndeydermatologist #dermatology #dermdigs #skin #derm #doctorswaitingroom #waitingroom #artwork #photography #dronephotography #bronte #brontebeach #easternsuburbssydney

13.01.2022 Like myself there are many people that wear masks most days of the week for many hours at a time. This can cause several skin issues. In this series I will provide some simple tips to help you troubleshoot these concerns. So this post is dedicated to mask acne or ‘maskne’ - a phenomena of acne break outs in the region where mask is worn Looks and feels like:... - Cysts/pimples/ pustules and whiteheads/ blackheads that break out over the jaw line, cheeks, nose and around the mouth - Can be painful or tender Risk factors: - the constant mask wearing blocks up your follicles and oil glands and causes bacteria and oils to build up resulting in pimples breaking out - increased temperature under the mask also increases sweat and oil production contributing to the clogging of follicles and glands Prevention: - avoid thick greasy moisturisers and oil based skin care products - Avoid thick make up (hey why not go make up free, it’s not like anyone can tell under that mask) - use a regular facial cleanser with some actives for acne control. Look for actives such as benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, etc. My fave is Neutrogena oil free cleanser - use a sunscreen that’s non comedogenic. My faves are La Roache Passay Anthelios XL ultra or Propaira light tinted sunscreen. Treatment: - when severe enough to need treatment see your GP or ask for a dermatologist to discuss your concerns - range of medications from cream antibiotic and retinoid gels to tablet antibiotics/retinoids can be prescribed to control severe mask acne #Askdrtevi #skin #dermatologist #dermatology #syndeydermatologist #mask #masks #covid19 #acne #maskne #maskacne #skinconditions

13.01.2022 Excited to talk to @sick.happens about rashes in kids. Tune in Thursday.

12.01.2022 As a dermatologist I treat not only skin but also hair (and nail) disorders. This women suffers from an uncommon disorder known as trichotillomania. It’s a result of compulsive hair pulling which results in bald patches on the scalp (sometimes other parts of the body too). It’s actually a psychiatric diagnosis. In fact as a derm I often encounter co-existing psychological/psychiatric conditions in quite a few of my patients. This poor woman had no idea she was doing this to ...herself. There are clues that helped me clinch the diagnosis like hairs of variable length, preservation of hair follicles and preservation of the fringe hairs. This is an example of how as dermatologist we often make a diagnosis based on what we see rather than what the patient maybe able to tell us. #askdrtevi #dermatology #dermatologist #sydneydermatologist #hair #hairloss #alopecia #trichotillomania #deltadermatology #trichotillomaniaawareness

11.01.2022 Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there. What a fun day out for our little family. #fathers #fathersday #sydneydads #easternsuburbsmums

08.01.2022 Increased temperature, friction, sweating and occlusion from mask wearing can result in skin barrier being compromised. Mask wearing can lead to various types of dermatitis including pre-existing atopic dermatitis and seborrhoeic dermatitis. Looks like and feels like: red, flaky skin with small bumps that maybe fluid filled classically in the pattern of the mask... very itchy Risk factors: Contact irritant dermatitis is most commonest of the dermatitis caused by magi wearing. The likely irritants are - sweat - moisture - fabric of the mask itself A contact allergic dermatitis to masks is rare. If allergy does occur the culprit chemicals are often: - rubbers in the elastic band for attachment - nickel in the wire for moulding the mask - glue strip on nose and cheek area -formaldehyde Prevention: keep your skin care regimen simple (avoid too many actives in these times of mask wearing- all that occlusion means the actives are way more ‘active’ and can make any type of dermatitis worse condition your skin with good a moisturiser (use the greasier ones at night when not wearing the mask and lighter cream based ones during the day under the mask) apply a protective barrier cream (I like the Silic 15 cream which is a silicone based protective cream that prevents irritants like sweat or friction from the mask reacting with the skin) change the type of mask you are wearing (simply changing the brand or the material of the mask can improve irritation on the skin) take regular ‘mask breaks’ and allow your skin to breathe (even 5mins here and there would be helpful) Treatment: if you break out with dermatitis despite above measures speak to your dermatologist or GP about treatment options steroid creams and ointments (both over the counter and prescription based) as well as non-steroidal creams can be used to tackle the dermatitis your dermatologist will be able to tease out the type of dermatitis you are suffering from and if an allergy patch test is required they will be able to organise one for you. #askdrtevi #skin #dermatologist #dermatology #sydneydermatology #deltadermatology #mask #masks

07.01.2022 It’s spring time... So let’s talk sunscreen for little ones. When it comes to sun protection for your little ones key is to provide shade, hat, sunglasses and cover up with clothing. We all know how hard it is to get a hat and sunscreen on to our bubbas (they just pull it right off). But it’s still important to model behaviour by doing it yourself and having it there for them should they wish to copy you. Also try and limit their sun exposure during peak UV times (usually 10a...m-3pm but use the UV app for more accurate information). Sunscreen is the last line of defence in children. FACTS: Sunscreen is recommended for children older than 6 months. The best sunscreen for young skin is physical/mineral type (check out my sun protection series 3 post for more details). They are less irritating for sensitive skin of children. These may leave a white residue but are great at letting you know where you are missing coverage and also for when to reapply. when children are under six months of age, it’s usually recommended to keep them away from direct sunlight altogether and protect fully with shade, clothing, hats, etc. This is because they are at higher risk of overheating. My TIPS: Apply SPF 50+ sunscreen atleast 20mins before exposure to sun light Reapply every 2 hours especially if sweating or swimming I love liquid sunscreens for children - easy, quick and reliable! Avoid sprays which are difficult to apply on children (moving targets) and a lot gets swallowed or wasted. Stick application is ok but you need 4 passes on each part of skin to get adequate cover- ain’t no body got time for that! Make sunscreen application fun for kids- apply dots squiggles and lines on face, arms and legs and then rub it in. #skin #sunprotection #sunscreen #sunshine #skincare #baby #babyskin #babyskincare #dermatologist #dermatology #askdrmum #sydneydermatologist #spring

05.01.2022 So most of you may know that I’m a dermatologist (yes, enough with the sunscreen bashing!). What you might not know, is that I sub-specialise in women’s genital dermatology (as well as paediatric skin conditions). My women often ask what on earth made me me get into this field of dermatology? My answer: I know that this is a very neglected field of dermatology and therefore a lot of my patients have also felt neglected by themselves, their partner, and their doctors. ... As clichéd as it sounds, I know by treating women with vulval skin problems I can make a huge difference in their quality of life, their relationship with their loved one but most importantly their relationship with themselves. ‘Skin down under’ is no different to skin elsewhere on your body. As unsexy as it may seem- treating vulval skin conditions is my jam. So this women’s health week, my shout out is to all the women’s health workers/specialists/doctors/midwives/allied health staff, who choose everyday to help women to be healthier and happier.

04.01.2022 This is a hidrocystoma. It’s a sweat gland cyst that occurs around the eyelid margin. Bets way to treat it is surgery. I noticed this man’s hidrocystoma whilst doing his skin check. He thought it was a stye. #skincheck #skin #dermatologist #askdrtevi #dermatology #cyst #hidrocystoma