Tips and Tricks
By Adrian Lim (ninemsn)
What do you need to know before committing to cosmetic surgery? Consultant dermatologist and phlebologist Dr Adrian Lim lists the 10 most important things to consider…
Myth Busters
Point 10 by Adrian Lim (Bulletin with Newsweek)
Myth: Don’t cross your legs or you’ll get varicose veins.
Australian College of Phlebology spokesman Dr Adrian Lim says genetics are the main factor and there’s no known way to prevent varicose veins if you’re predisposed…
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ArticlesMask of Pregnancy
By Adrian Lim (Medical Observer)
A 29-year-old woman presents with a mottled facial hyper-pigmentation that started during her pregnancy. She is 12 months post-partum and the appearance has only improved slightly. She has tried many different over-the-counter fading creams with no significant improvement. She is currently on the oral contraceptive pill. How can this woman be helped?…
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ArticlesAcne scar treatment
By Adrian Lim (Medical Observer)
Treatments for acne scarring have improved dramatically over recent years. A 42-year-old Asian male presents with moderate acne scarring and requests treatment. The scarring is present on the areas of the face that were previously affected by acne, the cheeks, temples and forehead. How can this man be help?…
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ArticlesThe Plethoric Face
By Adrian Lim (Medical Observer)
A 55-year-old man with rosacea presents with facial erythema and telangiectasias. He is perturbed by the flucehd appearance and the perception that he drinks too much. How can this man be helped?…