What is Acne?
Acne is the appearance of blemishes on the skin of patients caused by oily secretions of the skin’s sebaceous glands. The oil secreted blocks the pores of the skin causing acne.
What different types of Acne Treatments are there?
Acne is treated by using topical medications, prescription tablets, laser assisted acne treatments and treatments using broadband light.
Are Acne Treatments painful?
Laser assisted acne treatments and broadband light assisted acne treatments are performed after applying numbing creams or administering local anaesthesia. Patients should not feel pain during the procedure.
When can I travel by air after Acne Treatments?
Patients can travel by air immediately after laser or broadband light assisted acne treatments. If they feel any discomfort they can fly after they feel better.
How long does recovery take after having Acne Treatments?
Recovery after laser or broadband light assisted acne treatments takes from three days to a week.
What after care is required after Acne Treatments?
Patients should take any prescribed medications correctly. They should use cold packs to bring down any swelling after laser or broadband light assisted acne treatments, for at least two days. They should avoid touching or scratching the treated area. They should avoid direct sunlight and use a strong sunblock after laser and broadband light assisted acne treatments for at least a month. Patients should drink plenty of water to help their skin recover.
Why do tourists visit South Africa?
South Africa is home to amazing landscapes, wonderful wildlife, pristine beaches and magnificent, luxury train journeys. Cities have large shopping malls with high-end fashion boutiques. There are smaller, bustling markets selling traditional African arts and crafts. South Africa has a unique cuisine and has become famous for its local wines. South Africa is a multicultural country with a friendly people. Accommodation options include luxury resorts, budget hotels, farm stays, guest houses and game lodges.
Why do international patients visit South Africa?
South Africa has many world class hospitals with state of the art facilities and highly qualified doctors. Many of these hospitals are part of large international hospital chains. Hospitals and clinics in South Africa offer high quality specialist medical, dental and surgical services at affordable prices for overseas patients. Many hospitals offer packages for medical tourists that include a holiday, treatments and procedures, accommodation and local transportation.
Does South Africa have international airports?
South Africa has three major international airports serving major cities. Most hospitals and clinics offer airport transfers as part of the medical tourism package.
What are the visa requirements for patients travelling for medical treatments to South Africa?
Medical tourists travelling for treatments or procedures in South Africa require a medical treatment visa. Details of how to obtain a medical treatment visa to travel for treatments in South Africa are available at the website: http://www.home-affairs.gov.za/index.php/immigration-services/types-of-visas
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