The exact cause of acne is not known, but one important factor is an increase in hormones called androgens. These male sex hormones increase in both boys and girls during puberty. Some things that can make acne worse include friction caused by leaning on or rubbing the skin, harsh scrubbing, picking or squeezing blemishes, and emotional stress. Acne is not caused by chocolate or other kinds of foods.

Skin is the body’s largest organ. It regulates body temperature, protects against injury, and prevents infection. The skin contains nerves that sense cold, heat, pain, pressure, and touch.

The most common cause of hair loss for both men and women is heredity. Either or both parents can pass on the gene that causes hair loss. Typically, men are more susceptible to hereditary loss of hair because of testosterone. When broken down to dihydrotestosterone, it acts as a catalyst to activate the hair loss gene. Both men and women are susceptible to this condition, which has been labeled as androgenetic alopecia. This means hereditary loss of hair with androgens (dihydrotestosterone). Other reasons for hair loss may be underlying medical or hormonal problems, medications, excessive weight loss, chemotherapy, or radiation.

Individuals with good health and no medical illness are good candidates for cosmetic surgery. It is very important for individuals planning for cosmetic surgery to have realistic expectations and largely depends upon communication between you and your plastic surgeon.

All surgical procedures have some level of risks. But most of the cosmetic surgery procedures are very safe and chances of complications are rare. It is essential that you choose a well qualified plastic surgeon for your treatment. It is also important to discuss all your medical conditions with your doctor and follow all pre as well as post-surgical instructions.

It depends upon the type and extent of cosmetic procedure. Complete recovery after cosmetic surgery may take a couple of days to weeks. Every individual has different pain threshold. But in most patients pain and discomfort after majority of the cosmetic surgeries can be easily controlled with appropriate medications.