For those with grass pollen allergy, this is the right time to prepare oneself for allergy season. Desensitization helps to reduce the symptoms such as conjunctivitis, rhinitis, runny nose, sneezing, coughing, including bronchial asthma. These symptoms should be taken seriously as pollen allergy can even lead to bronchitis and in the worst case even to an attack
During christmas season, the office will be closed from December 23rd 2014 until Januars 11th 2015. The last appointments before christmas will be available on December 22nd. In the new year, we will re-open on January 12th. We wish you and your family Merry Christmas and a happy New Year! Contact inquiry
Acne rosacea – or simply just „rosacea“ – is an „adult type“ of acne which can sometimes be persistent. This year, a new treatment has been approved in Europe giving hope for many sufferers of rosacea. Is this treatment really new? What does it do? How safe is it? Dermatologist Dr. Okamoto informs about a new drug against acne rosacea Is this method really new? Even though the compound
Especially in the cold season, eczema can aggravate. Red scaly patches that itch and sometimes even blister are the consequences. The skin is vulnerable and through minor injuries (scratching!), bacteria can invade to the skin (see also erysipelas). Eczemas are in principal chronic but can be a serious challenge in daily life. An appropriate treatment should
Dr. Okamoto is now a netdoktor expert and informs online about dermatologic (skin) diseases. Netdoktor.at is a medical online service and informs about various topics regarding diseases, health issues, drugs, etc. Health related information by experts is provided for the general public. Dr. Okamoto informs about erysipelas in netdoktor.at Univ. Prof. Dr. Okamoto informs as a medical expert in
Every year, more and more people are suffering from seasonal "hay fever", i.e. running noses, conjunctivitis or even asthma. In most cases, these symptoms are due to pollen allergy. Even though these pollens are not life threatening in principle, these symptoms can become severe challenging daily life and increasing risk of chronic diseases. Recurrent inflammatory
Skin care in winter - particularly in Vienna - is very important as low temperature and heated rooms increase the risk of dry skin. Many expats from numerous countries suffer from eczema, severe attack of atopic dermatitis or other skin diseases after experiencing winter in Vienna, as the climate is different compared to their homelands. Especially hands,
Herpes of fewer blisters are caused by an infection with herpes simplex virus. Although most people have encountered with the virus, the symptoms (blisters) do not always break out. However, in some cases herpes can reoccur and become chronic with frequent relapses. To better understand the disease, dermatologist Dr. Okamoto informs about 9 myths about herpes. What you
Warts are not only optically disturbing, they can itch and even cause considerable pain. Common warts are clinically benign "tumors" caused by human papilloma viruses (also known as HPVs). Depending on their location, warts can display numerous shapes and forms such as plantar warts as well as genital warts. These human papilloma viruses are spread through
Red eyes, sneezing and a congested nose; particularly spring time is a hard time for those with pollen allergies. But they are not the only signs of allergies. Also skin condition can deteriorate. Prof. Dr. Ichiro Okamoto, dermatologist in Vienna, offers a practical pollen widget to keep you updated with the latest information on pollen
