Dr.Erfankhattakskinclinic

Dr.Erfankhattakskinclinic Board certified Clinical Dermatologist and aethetic physician

What’s your diagnosis? 🤔A patient presented with:🔸 Intensely itchy chronic plaques🔸 Thick hyperkeratotic / verrucous nod...
23/05/2026

What’s your diagnosis? 🤔

A patient presented with:
🔸 Intensely itchy chronic plaques
🔸 Thick hyperkeratotic / verrucous nodules
🔸 Predominant shin involvement
🔸 Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation & excoriations

What would be your top differential? 👇

A) Hypertrophic lichen planus
B) Verrucous psoriasis
C) Prurigo nodularis
D) Chromoblastomycosis

🩺 Chronic itchy verrucous plaques on the legs should always be evaluated carefully. Dermoscopy and sometimes biopsy are essential to rule out mimickers and chronic inflammatory dermatoses.

📍Ali Medical Clinic F-8
📞 051-8090200

📍Islamabad Specialist Clinic F-8
📞 0343-8530063

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🧑‍🦲 “Just dandruff”… or something more?Not every scaly scalp is simple dandruff.Tinea capitis is a fungal infection of t...
22/05/2026

🧑‍🦲 “Just dandruff”… or something more?

Not every scaly scalp is simple dandruff.
Tinea capitis is a fungal infection of the scalp that can lead to:

⚠️ Hair loss
⚠️ Broken hairs (“black dots”)
⚠️ Itching & scaling
⚠️ Painful swollen patches (kerion)
⚠️ Permanent scarring if ignored

👦 Commonly seen in children, but adults can get it too.

📌 Clues on examination & dermoscopy may include:
• Black dots
• Comma hairs
• Corkscrew hairs
• Scaling around follicles

❌ Hair oils and steroid creams may worsen the condition.
✅ Proper oral antifungal treatment is usually needed.

Early diagnosis = better hair recovery.

📍 Ali Medical Clinic, F-8
📞 051-8090200

📍 Islamabad Specialist Clinic, F-8
📞 0343-8530063

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🧩 DERM QUIZ (Axillary and inguinal Pigmentation Case)📌 Family history positive (mother & sister affected)🔥 Worsens in su...
20/05/2026

🧩 DERM QUIZ
(Axillary and inguinal Pigmentation Case)
📌 Family history positive (mother & sister affected)
🔥 Worsens in summer / sweating

What is the MOST likely diagnosis?

A) Dowling–Degos disease
B) Galli–Galli disease
C) Hidradenitis suppurativa
D) Hailey–Hailey disease
E) Acanthosis nigricans

💬 Comment your answer below 👇
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🩺 Dermatology Quiz Time! 🔍A child presents with a rash on the extensor surface (knee).✨ Key findings:✅ Well-defined eryt...
16/05/2026

🩺 Dermatology Quiz Time! 🔍

A child presents with a rash on the extensor surface (knee).

✨ Key findings:
✅ Well-defined erythematous plaque
✅ Prominent follicular keratotic plugs
➡️ giving a classic “nutmeg grater / sandpaper” texture

Similar lesions are present on the elbows too

📌 Question:
What is the most likely diagnosis? 🤔

And what are your differentials?

💭 Possible options include:
🔸 Psoriasis
🔸 Follicular eczema
🔸 Lichen spinulosus
🔸 Keratosis pilaris
🔸 Juvenile Localised PRP (Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris) 🍊

Drop your answer in the comments! 👇

📍 Ali Medical Clinic F-8, Islamabad Specialist Clinic
📞 051-8090200 | 0343-8530063

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🔍 The Scale Tells the Story! (Dermatology Tip) ✨Many skin rashes look similar at first glance… but in dermatology, the s...
13/05/2026

🔍 The Scale Tells the Story! (Dermatology Tip) ✨

Many skin rashes look similar at first glance… but in dermatology, the scale often gives away the diagnosis.

This picture shows multiple small scaly papules/plaques — and the differential changes completely depending on the type and pattern of scaling.

📌 Why is examining the scale so important?

Because the same-looking rash can represent different conditions such as:

🔸 Psoriasis
➡️ Thick, silvery-white adherent scale
➡️ Well-defined plaques
➡️ May show pinpoint bleeding after removing scale (Auspitz sign)

🔸 Pityriasis Rosea
➡️ Fine collarette scale (scale at the edge)
➡️ Often starts with a herald patch
➡️ Follows cleavage lines

🔸 Pityriasis Lichenoides Chronica (PLC)
➡️ Multiple small papules with fine “mica-like” scale
➡️ Chronic and recurrent course

🔸 Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris (PRP)
➡️ Follicular papules with scaling
➡️ May show orange-red plaques
➡️ Classic clue: “islands of sparing”

💡 The takeaway:
A careful look at the scale can change the diagnosis, investigations, and treatment plan completely.

🩺 That’s why a proper dermatology examination (and dermoscopy when needed) is essential before starting treatment.

📍 Ali Medical Clinic F-8, Islamabad Specialist Clinic
📞 051-8090200 | 0343-8530063

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✨ Sometimes even our nails tell a story ✨This is called Median Canaliform Nail Dystrophy (Heller’s dystrophy) — a harmle...
12/05/2026

✨ Sometimes even our nails tell a story ✨

This is called Median Canaliform Nail Dystrophy (Heller’s dystrophy) — a harmless nail condition where a central groove develops in the nail with side ridges, creating a classic “Christmas tree” pattern 🎄.

💡 What causes it?
It usually happens due to minor repeated trauma to the nail matrix, such as:
🔸 Nail picking or rubbing
🔸 Habit tic
🔸 Frequent pressure on the nail
🔸 Sometimes stress-related habits

📌 Is it dangerous?
✅ No. It is benign and non-cancerous.
But it can look concerning and affect confidence.

📌 Treatment options include:
✨ Avoiding nail trauma
✨ Moisturizing and nail care
✨ Topical treatments in selected cases
✨ Sometimes it improves on its own with time

⚠️ If you notice persistent nail splitting, discoloration, or pain, it’s always best to get it checked by a dermatologist.

Healthy nails are not always perfect… but they can still be beautiful. 💅✨

📍 Ali Medical Clinic F-8, Islamabad Specialist Clinic
📞 051-8090200 | 0343-8530063

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There are perfections in some imperfections ✨This delicate unilateral facial rash in a young girl is proof that the skin...
11/05/2026

There are perfections in some imperfections ✨

This delicate unilateral facial rash in a young girl is proof that the skin can create patterns as unique as art. ❤️

These fine red lines are called telangiectasias — tiny superficial blood vessels that become visible on the skin. They are benign (non-cancerous), but because they appear on the face, they often become a cosmetic concern for patients and parents.

🔍 On dermoscopy, we can clearly see the typical fine branching/serpentine vessels, which helps confirm the diagnosis and rule out other vascular lesions.

💡 The good news:
Most cases are harmless, but evaluation is important to identify the exact type and decide if treatment is required.

📌 When should you consult a dermatologist?
✔ If the patch is increasing in size
✔ If there is associated redness, swelling, or bleeding
✔ If it is affecting confidence/self-esteem
✔ If you want cosmetic improvement

🌿 Treatment options may include:
✨ Laser therapy (most effective option)
✨ Topical measures and skin barrier care
✨ Observation if stable and asymptomatic

Because sometimes… even visible vessels can create a beautiful pattern. ❤️✨

📍 Ali Medical Clinic F-8, Islamabad Specialist Clinic
📞 051-8090200 | 0343-8530063

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⚠️ A Fast-Growing Skin Lump Could Be DangerousThis type of skin growth may be Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC) or Keratoaca...
06/05/2026

⚠️ A Fast-Growing Skin Lump Could Be Dangerous

This type of skin growth may be Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC) or Keratoacanthoma (KA).

These can look like a simple “boil” or “wart”, but they may actually be a skin cancer that grows quickly.

🔍 Warning Signs to Watch For:
⚠️ A rapidly growing lump (weeks to months)
⚠️ A hard, rough, scaly patch
⚠️ A sore that doesn’t heal
⚠️ A growth with a central crust or keratin plug
⚠️ Bleeding or pain on touch

📍 Common Sites
☀️ Face, ears, lips
☀️ Hands and arms
☀️ Scalp
☀️ Sometimes back or legs

🔬 Why Dermoscopy Matters
At our clinic, we use dermoscopy (skin microscope) to detect suspicious skin cancers early and decide if biopsy is needed.

🧪 Final Diagnosis
A skin biopsy confirms SCC/KA.

🩺 Good news:
Early treatment with minor surgery can completely remove it and prevent spread.

📌 If a skin growth is increasing in size quickly, don’t ignore it. Get it checked early.

📍 For consultation & dermoscopy-based skin check:
🏥 Ali Medical Clinic (F-8), Islamabad
📞 051-8090200

🏥 Islamabad Specialist Clinic (F-8), Islamabad
📞 0343-8530063

This lesion was found on the back of a young man and turned out to be Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC) — the most common skin ...
05/05/2026

This lesion was found on the back of a young man and turned out to be Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC) — the most common skin cancer.

Many people ignore it because it grows slowly and may look harmless.

🔍 Warning Signs to Watch For:
✅ A wound that doesn’t heal
✅ A small lump that slowly increases in size
✅ Bleeding with minor touch
✅ A scab that keeps coming back
✅ A shiny or raised-edge patch

📍 Important:
Skin cancer is not only on the face — it can also appear on the back, chest, arms, or legs.

🔬 Why Dermoscopy Matters
At our clinic, we use dermoscopy (skin microscope) to detect early skin cancers by identifying features not visible to the naked eye.

🩺 Good news:
If detected early, BCC is completely treatable with minor surgery.

📌 Don’t ignore any skin lesion lasting more than 4–6 weeks. Get it checked.

📍 For consultation & dermoscopy-based skin check:
📌 Concerned about a non-healing spot or suspicious mole?

Get a dermoscopy-based skin check today.

🏥 Ali Medical Clinic (F-8), Islamabad
📞 051-8090200

🏥 Islamabad Specialist Clinic (F-8), Islamabad
📞 0343-8530063

✅ Early detection saves skin and prevents complications.

✨ AMWC SEA 2025 — Advancing Aesthetic Excellence ✨Thrilled to be attending AMWC Southeast Asia 2025, one of the leading ...
22/11/2025

✨ AMWC SEA 2025 — Advancing Aesthetic Excellence ✨
Thrilled to be attending AMWC Southeast Asia 2025, one of the leading global conferences in aesthetic medicine, anti-aging, and dermatology.

A brilliant gathering of experts, cutting-edge technologies, live demonstrations, and evidence-based learning — all under one roof.

Looking forward to:
🔹 New innovations in injectables & skin rejuvenation
🔹 Updates in laser & energy-based devices
🔹 Masterclasses from world-renowned speakers
🔹 Global networking with top clinicians
🔹 Bringing advanced techniques back to my practice

📍 Bangkok, Thailand
📅 2025

Grateful for the opportunity to learn, grow, and enhance patient outcomes.

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