Patient Information – Dermatological Conditions
Folliculitis
Patient Information Sheet: Folliculitis Understanding Folliculitis: Folliculitis is a common skin condition characterised by inflammation of the hair follicles. It can affect people of all ages and occurs when hair follicles become infected or irritated, leading to the development of red, swollen, and sometimes painful bumps or pustules on the skin. Folliculitis can occur anywhere…
Eye care for Dupilumab (Dupixent)
Up to 20% of patients receiving Dupixent experience dry or irritable eyes within the first two weeks to six months of treatment, this is Dupilumab Associated Occular Surface Disease (DAOSD). There is evidence that recommends the commencement of lubricating eye drops at the same time as Dupixent to reduce or minimise these side effects. Symptoms…
Scabies
Patient Information Sheet: Scabies What is Scabies?Scabies is a contagious skin infestation caused by a mite known as Sarcoptes scabiei. It spreads through close skin-to-skin contact and can affect anyone regardless of hygiene. Symptoms: Diagnosis:Diagnosis is typically made based on the appearance of the rash and skin examination under a microscope. Treatment: Managing Post-Scabies Itch:…
Dr Anes Yang
Dermatologist MD/BMed(UNSW) MPH(SYD) MSc(UNSW) FACD
SouthDerm
47 Regent St
Kogarah
Tel: 9553 0700
Eastern Suburbs Dermatology
Suite 2001 Level 20
Westfield Tower 2
101 Grafton St
Bondi Junction
Tel: 9389 7333
Dr Anes Yang 