Evidence-Based Hair and Nail Health Care
From managing persistent dandruff to treating painful ingrown toenails, I focus on clinical diagnosis and proven medical treatments to restore your hair and nail health.
Struggling with dandruff this winter? In this video, I share three simple and effective steps you can take at home to reduce flakes, including how to properly use an anti-dandruff shampoo. If the problem persists, a professional consultation is key.
This guide introduces Alopecia Areata, an autoimmune condition that causes hair to fall out in patches. It can affect the scalp, eyebrows, and other parts of the body, and requires a proper dermatological diagnosis.
The causes of Alopecia Areata are complex, involving a mix of genetics, hormones, stress, and other systemic factors. Understanding these triggers is a crucial part of developing a management plan for this type of hair loss.
Treatment for Alopecia Areata is aimed at managing the autoimmune response and stimulating regrowth. This graphic outlines the options I use, from intralesional corticosteroids, the most common and effective method, to other systemic medications.
A painful, red, and swollen toe could be an ingrown toenail. This video explains the condition and shows how I perform a quick, 30-minute in-clinic procedure to treat it safely, with minimal pain and no stitches.
In this video, I explain what an ingrown toenail is, what causes it, and what you can do to prevent it. Proper nail trimming techniques and wearing the right footwear are simple but important steps for your foot health.
Before your next manicure or pedicure, there are a few important things to keep in mind for your nail health. I share key pointers, including why you should never let a technician trim your cuticles, which serve as a protective barrier against infection.
About this collection
If you are struggling with a painful, swollen toe, you do not need to live with the discomfort. I perform a precise in-clinic procedure to fix ingrown nails, focusing on permanent resolution with minimal pain. For hair concerns like patchy hair loss or stubborn dandruff, we start with a thorough diagnosis to identify the root cause—whether it is hormonal, stress-related, or lifestyle-driven—so we can map out a treatment plan that actually works for your specific biology.
Hair and nail issues are often treated with guesswork, but I believe in a scientific approach to diagnosis. Whether you are dealing with hair thinning, patchy hair loss like Alopecia Areata, or a scalp condition that refuses to clear up, my practice in Indiranagar focuses on finding the underlying trigger. We look at factors like your nutritional profile, stress levels, and genetic history before recommending interventions such as intralesional corticosteroids or specialized scalp therapies.
Practical Care for Nails
Many patients come to me with painful ingrown toenails that have been exacerbated by improper trimming or poor footwear choices. An ingrown nail is not just a cosmetic nuisance; it is a medical issue that can lead to infection if left untreated. My in-clinic surgical approach involves a matricectomy, a quick and sterile procedure designed to remove the problematic nail edge and prevent it from recurring.
I also see many patients who damage their long-term nail health through aggressive salon habits, particularly excessive cuticle trimming. It is vital to remember that your cuticles serve as a protective barrier against infection. If you are experiencing chronic nail pain, inflammation, or hair loss, avoid home remedies that only mask the symptoms. Let us look at the clinical facts and build a treatment path that prioritizes your safety and long-term results.
Anusha Shivaswamy
I am Dr. Anusha, and I believe in diagnosing the root cause of your hair and nail concerns before starting any treatment. At my clinic, I handle every consultation and procedure personally to ensure you get safe, effective care that is tailored to your specific needs.
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