Posts Tagged ‘age spot’

Skin Problems in the Elderly

Sunday, November 29th, 2009

Dr Christophe HSU – dermatologist. Geneva, Switzerland What are the common skin problems occurring in the elderly? Appearance and Texture Changes The skin is constantly renewing itself. New cells are formed on the lower layer of skin which slowly move upward. By the time they reach the surface of the skin, these cells are dead […]

Tumours and Birthmarks on the Scalp

Sunday, November 29th, 2009

Dr Christophe Hsu – dermatologist. Geneva, Switzerland Naevus Sebaceous Naevus sebaceous are birthmarks originating from the oil glands of the skin. They are present at birth, initially as a faint yellowish patch that becomes raised and rough and wart-like as the child grows older. It usually appears on the scalp, but can occur on the […]

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