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Daijiworld Media Network-Mangalore(MD)
Mangalore, May 20: The AJ Institute of Medical Sciences (AJIMS) will organize a free skin check-up camp for the general public. The camp will be held for four days from Wednesday May 21 to Saturday May 24 between 9 am and 12 pm. The camp will be held in the department of Dermatology, AJIMS campus, Kuntikana, Mangalore.
A team of dermatologists headed by Dr Narendra J Shetty, professor and head of the department, dermatology AJIMS will treat the camp attendees. The medical team will include the best skin specialists and experts in various diseases. For the comfort of the attendees, the medical team will include both male and lady doctors. The hospital hopes that the economically and socially disadvantaged people of the region and the rural areas will benefit greatly from this camp.
Speaking to the media here on Tuesday May 20 at the press club, Dr Narendra J Shetty said, "Skin is an integral part of a persons' identity. Any unusual changes in skin colour or complexion is a cause of worry for most people. This not only causes psychological stress, but also leads people pursue wrong treatment or get misled by advertisements."
"For such people it is best to consult a qualified dermatologist who can scientifically diagnose the condition and prescribe effective remedies," he added.
He said, "Chronic conditions like psoriasis, bullous disease, leprosy and sexually transmitted infections (STI) will also be treated. If the patient's condition is severe, further advice, investigation and references will be given for the continued treatment."
"Taking care of the skin is often neglected by people and they see a doctor only when the problems become severe. The objective of the camp is to promote skin health and create an awareness among people. The camp will screen the people for all types of skin ailments along with giving them free medication, including diagnostic services, lab tests and so on. If hospitalization is required for the treatment, that too will be provided for free to the patients," he concluded.
Bhaskar Aras and others were present during the press conference.