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A 34-year-old male presented to our clinic with *dark, patchy pigmentation over his cheeks, forehead, and upper lip* for the last 2 years. The pigmentation gradually increased despite trying multiple over-the-counter creams and home remedies. Frustrated and self-conscious, the patient reported loss of confidence and discomfort in social settings.

He visited *Dr. Girishkumar M Chalawadi, Chief Dermatologist at G Square Skin & Aesthetics, Hubli*, seeking a safe, effective, and long-term solution.

At G Square Skin, Hair & Plastic Surgery Clinic in Hubli, we are committed to delivering safe, evidence-based skincare solutions. Our clinic is a trusted destination for advanced skin treatments in North Karnataka, serving patients from Dharwad, Belgaum, Gadag, Bagalkot, and beyond.

One common concern we treat frequently is warts — a benign but often bothersome skin condition. Unfortunately, many patients attempt home remedies before consulting a qualified dermatologist, which can lead to serious skin damage.

At G Square Clinic, located in Hubli, we treat a variety of skin tumors, but once in a while, a case comes along that presents an unusual challenge.
Recently, we encountered a 74-year-old male with a slow-growing, painless lesion on the top of his foot — a rare presentation of keratoacanthoma, a skin tumor that closely resembles squamous cell carcinoma (SCC).

Recently, we treated a serious case of Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN)—a severe, life-threatening skin reaction caused by certain medications. The patient, a 70-year-old man, had taken a painkiller from a pharmacy without consulting a doctor or having a valid prescription.

Within a day of consuming the tablet, he developed a sudden and severe drug rash with extensive skin peeling and blisters all over his body—a classic sign of TEN. This is considered a dermatological emergency requiring immediate medical attention.

Hair loss, especially in the form of Androgenic Alopecia (AGA)—commonly known as male-pattern baldness—is a growing concern for many men across India, particularly in urban and semi-urban areas like Hubli, North Karnataka. With rising awareness and access to advanced dermatological care, more individuals are now seeking professional help rather than relying on over-the-counter solutions.