21 Aug, 2020 1:12 PM

For treatment of Morphea, a rare skin condition that causes painless, discolored patches on skin, in Nairobi, kenya - contact Dr Hannah Wanyika of Nairobi Skin Centre, for diagnosis, management and treatment. Morphea is a rare skin condition that will usually only affect the appearance of the skin.

At The Skin Centre, we offer Morphea treatment procedures such as:
- Oral medications: For severe or widespread morphea, we may prescribe an immunosuppressive medication, such as oral methotrexate corticosteroid pills or both
- Medicated creams: We prescribe a vitamin D cream to help soften the skin patches
- Light therapy: For severe or widespread morphea, we recommend treatment prodecure may include the use of ultraviolet light (phototherapy)

Symptoms and Complications associated with Morphea
. Reddish or purplish oval patches of skin, often on the abdomen, chest, face, arms, legs or back
. Patches that gradually develop a lighter or whitish center
. Linear patches, especially on the arms or legs
. Widespread areas of hardened, discolored skin. Numerous new patches of hard, discolored skin may seem to join together, a condition known as generalized morphea.
. A gradual change in the affected skin, which becomes hard, thickened, dry and shiny.
. Eye damage. Children with head and neck morphea may experience unnoticeable but permanent eye damage.
. Loss of hair and sweat glands in the affected area over time.
. Movement problems. Morphea that affects the arms or legs can impair joint mobility.
. Morphea usually affects only the skin and underlying tissue but sometimes involves bone as well. The condition generally lasts several years and then disappears by itself. It may leave scars or areas of darkened or discolored skin.
. Self-esteem issues. Morphea can have a negative effect on your self-esteem and body image, particularly if discolored patches of skin appear on your arms, legs or face.

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