Exceeded Expectations: From 300 to 20/20 for Barbie Abanggan

Exceeded Expectations: From 300 to 20/20 for Barbie Abanggan

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From 300 to 20/10.

Barbie Ann Abanggan’s vision drastically improved after having LASIK and it even exceeded her own expectations.

“From 300 eye grade to 20/10 vision after LASIK. I only hoped for 20/20 but got 3 levels better than it,” shared Barbie, a dedicated Business Woman and Full Time Mom.

She shared how like most who had LASIK, she struggles with blurry vision for a long time, too.

“I’ve been wearing prescription glasses since 2009 and has been dealing with severe migraine with nausea and vomiting for years already. It was so bad that I had to take 1000 mg of paracetamol every time.”

“Malinaw na po lahat ng bagay sa paligid ko without eyeglasses. It still feels surreal now!”

Be an even more powerful woman by boosting your life with bright vision just like here!

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What are the Most Common Rashes?

What are the Most Common Rashes?

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No matter what kind of rash you may have, if it lasts for more than a few days, you should make an appointment with us as soon as possible. 

Common rashes can happen for a variety of reasons and therefore have a variety of different treatment options.

Here are a few common rashes that we encounter on a daily basis:

Atopic Dermatitis

Atopic dermatitis is the most common type of eczema. It might be inherited genetically and is commonly found in children and patients with asthma or hay fever. It’s usually found in the elbows or knees, as well as the cheeks, neck, wrists and ankles. Other forms of dermatitis include seborrheic, contact and stasis. All of these forms of dermatitis are red and itchy. At Charleston Dermatology, we can help soothe the itch and make dealing with dermatitis a little more bearable!

Psoriasis

It’s estimated that 125 million people worldwide have psoriasis, so we’d say it’s pretty common. Psoriasis is a scaly rash that results in dry, sometimes itchy patches. Unfortunately, psoriasis is a chronic disease that has no cure. However, there are many treatment options to make it more bearable. 

Hives

Hives are technically known as urticaria. They appear on the skin as swollen bumps or plaques and can appear anywhere on the body. They are usually itchy and are caused by an allergic reaction, but can also pop up for unknown reasons. 

Nummular Eczema

Nummular eczema may occur after a skin injury or insect bite. It appears as a coin-shaped lesion or lesions and can last for several months. Nummular eczema occurs more often in men than women. Luckily, it isn’t contagious!

Miliaria

Heat rashes are often found on babies, but can also occur with adults. There are more than 200,000 cases in the United States each year, so it’s very common. Heat rashes are caused by blocked sweat ducts and trapped sweat beneath the skin. It usually goes away on its own.

Poison Ivy Rash

Poison ivy rash is caused by an allergic reaction to an oily resin called urushiol that is found in the poison ivy plant. Usually it goes away on its own, but you can speed up the process by taking an antihistamine, applying hydrocortisone cream and not scratching (that’s the toughest part).

Athlete’s Foot

Also known as tinea pedis, athlete’s foot is very contagious and is seen in more than three million cases in the United States every year. It’s a fungal infection that usually begins between the toes and can usually be treated by using topical antifungal medications.  

If you’re suffering from a rash that you’re unsure about, don’t hesitate to reach our expert dermatologists.

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13 Celebrities, Influencers, and Athletes who had LASIK at Shinagawa

13 Celebrities, Influencers, and Athletes who had LASIK at Shinagawa

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Having the country’s most popular and iconic figures is a regular thing for us at Shinagawa as more and more of them trust us with their eyes and vision.

While this list is not enough to enumerate all prominent celebrities, influencers, athletes, and everything in between, that had their LASIK done at Shinagawa, here are some of them who achieved bright vision in Shinagawa’s 13-year run in the country so far:

Anne Curtis (2017)

The constant star of various television amd media platforms had her LASIK in Shinagawa Makati last 2017 as part of her preparations for her wedding during that time.

June Mar Fajardo (2021)

The six-time PBA MVP underwent LASIK last 2021 in the off-season in Shinagawa BGC to further give himself an edge on the court.

Sanya Lopez (2021)

The “First Yaya” star had her LASIK at a time where her primetime Teleserye was at a peak.

Mimiyuhhh (2019)

This popular social media influencer had LASIK in Shinagawa Ortigas in 2019.

Kimpoy Feliciano (2018)

Yet another popular influencer, he had his LASIK in Shinagawa Makati in 2018 while his mom was also a vision correction patient as well.

Megan Young (2017)

The former Miss World 2013 was one of the first celebrities to have LASIK in Shinagawa Ortigas.

Amy Perez (2017)

“Tyang” Amy had her LASIK in Shinagawa Makati to make her hosting life much easier.

Ariel Rivera (2010)

The timeless singer/actor was actually Shinagawa’s first celebrity ambassador, having LASIK way back in 2010.

Camille Prats (2017)

This former child star had her LASIK done in Shinagawa Makati several years back.

Marc Pingris (2021)

Enhancing his daily life post-basketball, “Ping” had his LASIK in 2021, almost around the same time as his good pal June Mar.

Nina (2019)

The “Soul Siren” had LASIK in Shinagawa Ortigas in 2019 make reading notes and lyrics much easier. 

Barbie Forteza (2018)

Way before she reached stardom with “Maria Clara”, Barbie had her LASIK done in 2018 in Shinagawa Makati.

Ellen Adarna (2017)

The popular Cebuana had her LASIK in Shinagawa Makati last 2017 where she is peaking as a well-rounded celebrity.

These ambassadors are key parts of Shinagawa’s 13-year journey in the Philippines so far.

While we embrace all our ambassadors, we always take pleasure in giving more and more people from all walks of life brighter vision for a better quality of life.

Let us make a difference in your life, too!

For inquiries, questions, and appointments, call our Patient Care Lines: 

📱 (+63) 917 862 7454

📱 (+63) 921 217 0517

📞 (+632) 7-368 5238

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Joy Limgenco Finally Got What She Deserves

Joy Limgenco Finally Got What She Deserves

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Yes, we all deserve a bright eyesight. That’s what Joy Limgenco felt after spending more than half of her existence with a blurred vision.

“After all the opportunities that came knocking on my door to consider having a LASIK surgery, everything fell into place and I finally decided to give it a go. It was the best decision ever!” shared Joy, a team manager.

“Right after passing the LASIK screening, I wasted no time getting those new eyes. From an eye grade of 800, to 20/12 vision! Beat that!”

Joy shared how she finally came to her decision of having LASIK as she felt enough was enough.

“Wearing eyeglasses since high school days was never easy. I can’t enjoy swimming on summers and other things. I learned to live with life’s inconveniences for more than half of my existence for having a blurred vision, and this was my normal.”

“Pandemic came and wearing glasses (together with the face mask and face shield) just became much more difficult to handle… and they said, this was the new normal. Felt like I was forced to accept this fate like most of us, thinking I really didn’t have any choice. But thankfully, I did.”

The amazing experience at Shinagawa makes it even sweeter for her.

“Thank you for this gift and the amazing experience, Shinagawa! I deserve this!”

If she deserves it, you deserve it, too! Schedule your LASIK screening now to be on your way to achieving brighter vision!

For inquiries, questions, and appointments, call our Patient Care Lines (8 AM – 7 PM): 

📞 (+632) 7-368 5238

📱 (+63) 917 862 7454

📱 (+63) 921 217 0517 

 

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The Tanning Dilemma

The Tanning Dilemma

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Countless people storm the beach, soaking in as much Vitamin D sunshine as they can. The tanner they get the better, right?

Not exactly.

There is no form of tanning that is considered safe. In fact, a tan is actually a sign of skin damage, and the tanner your skin gets, the more likely you will be to speed up the aging of your skin and increase your risk for skin cancer.

UV radiation

Which is found in sunlight and the bulbs of a tanning bed — is a known carcinogen.

Additionally, tanning has been shown to cause visible signs of skin damage, wrinkles and age spots, as well as change an individual’s skin texture. Ever see someone who’s skin looked like leather? Chances are, excessive exposure to UV rays was the culprit.

And while tanning in any form is harmful to the health of your skin, tanning beds in particular are especially detrimental. A study published in the International Journal of Cancer found that using a tanning bed before the age of 35 would increase an individual’s risk of developing melanoma by 75 percent.

So what are you supposed to do? Avoid the outdoors all together?

While we do believe limiting your time in the sun is beneficial, we also recognize that it’s not the easiest solution. Which is why we recommend being smarter about sun safety by wearing broad spectrum, 30+ SPF sunscreen, covering up and seeking the shade as much as possible.

Also, if you’re looking to get a healthy dose of Vitamin D, consider incorporating Vitamin D-rich foods into your daily diet instead of trying to soak it in through sun exposure. Milk, yogurt, orange juice fortified with Vitamin D, salmon, mackerel and tuna are all Vitamin D-rich foods that can help you meet your quota. If you want a more in-depth look at a Vitamin D-rich diet, take a look at our previous blog.

If you’re still questioning what is right or wrong when it comes to tanning, schedule a consult with one of our board-certified dermatologists. They will be able to set you on the right path.

Call our Patient Care Lines: (+632) 7-368 5238 l (+63) 917 862 7454 l (+63) 921 217 0517 for inquiries, questions, and appointments or talk to our consultants via LiveChat at https://shinagawa.ph so we can address and answer them for you.