A sub-specialty of Internal medicine, gastroenterology deals with the diagnosis, treatment and management of components of the gastrointestinal tract. A gastroenterologist covers all concerns starting from the oesophagus to the rectum and treat illnesses such as Achalasia, Gastroparesis and Appendicitis.
Hepatology deals with all diseases of the liver and associated concerns. According to WHO, there is an influx of approximately 150,000 cases of Hepatitis each year in Pakistan. This is due to the poor sanitation and sewage conditions of Pakistan, which cause the persistence of the virus. The study of hepatology works to administer medical care which can combat the liver damage sustained due to hepatitis and other diseases such as cirrhosis, Liver cancer and polycystic liver disease.
Both branches of medicine require significant aftercare to ensure a good quality of life. Medical Practitioners aim to do so through the introduction of minimally invasive technology that can aid in the diagnosis of the concerned areas.
Established in 1990, the department of Dermatology at ch.rehmat ali Hospital has been doing its utmost to cater to the needs of the community. It has a rich history of scientific, educational and clinical advancements. The department is equipped with state of the art latest diagnostic and therapeutic facilities. Our care is dedicated to not only the people of Lahore but our reputation draws patients both from the peripheries of Lahore and other cities as well. We are one of the largest clinical services at Shalamar Hospital with a great number of patients.
Our goal is to become a center of excellence in aesthetics and clinical dermatology offering comprehensive and advanced treatment facilities to our patients in an environment marked by compassion and care.
Laser Services Available in Dermatology Department Shalamar Hospital Lahore
1. Hair Reduction
LASERS AVIALABLE
- Nd YAG LASER (1064nm)
- DIODE LASER (800nm)
INDICATIONS
- Hirsutism (male pattern facial hair) in females
- Unwanted Facial hairs in men and women
- Unwanted body hairs in men and women
- Hairy congenital naevi
- Beckers nevus (pigmentary naevus with hair growth)
- Faun tail (hair growth at lower back)
- Hair bearing skin grafts
- Pseudofolliculitis (ingrown hairs)
- Folliculitis decalvans (severe recurrent infection of hairs causing scarring)
IDEAL PATIENT
- Lighter skin color
- Dark brown to black coarse hair
PROTOCOL
- Initial assessment is required before staring treatment that includes history examination and relevant investigations if required and written consent before the procedure is essential.
- Patient visits the clinic for every treatment session.
- There is no downtime
- Multiples sessions are required.
- Interval between sessions is 4 – 8 weeks.
- Patients should avoid hair plucking, waxing, threading and bleach prior and during the treatment.
EXPECTED RESULT
60 TO 80 % reduction in hairs after 6 to 8 sessions
SIDE EFFECTS / COMPLICATIONS
- No serious complications are reported
- Side effects are usually mild and resolve in few days
- Erythema
- Swelling
- Dyspigmentation
PLATELET RICH PLASMA THERAPY (PRP)
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is an increased concentration of autologous platelets suspended in a small amount of plasma after centrifugation and used for injection into a wound or a particular skin condition.
Platelet-rich plasma is also called autologous platelet gel, plasma rich in growth factors (PRGF), and platelet concentrate (PC).
INDICATIONS
Hair loss
PRP has been shown to reinvigorate dormant hair follicles and stimulate new hair growth in alopecia
- Androgenic alopecia
- Female pattern baldness
- Telogen effluvium
- Hair thinning
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