Medical articles from Dr Moumita Chattopadhyay

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28/05/2020

Dermatologist

Acne: am I cleaning my face enough?

While it’s very common in teenagers, acne can be a persistent problem for some adults too. But what causes acne to continue into adulthood? Is it to do with make-up and cleanliness? Or can overcleaning our faces actually be one of the main problems? Dr Moumita Chattopadhyay, one of our top dermatologist based in Birmingham, explains why acne forms in adults and how many times we should be washing our faces a day.

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20/11/2019

Dr Moumita Chattopadhyay

Dermatologist

Genital warts - causes and treatment

Genital warts are caused by the low-risk human papillomavirus (HPV) which is passed on through sexual activity. They are quite common, but arguably many people believe they won’t ever be affected. So, what should you do if you think you could have genital warts and if so, what can you expect? Dr Moumita Chattopadhyay, a highly experienced dermatologist, explains the causes, diagnosis and available treatment options.

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22/10/2019

Dr Moumita Chattopadhyay

Dermatologist

What you should know about lichen sclerosus and how it affects the vulva

Lichen sclerosus is one of the most common conditions that can affect the vulva. Left untreated, it can progress to scarring and in rare cases can even progress to skin cancer. We spoke to leading consultant dermatologist Dr Moumita Chattopadhyay to find out how patients can spot the condition and how it is treated.