Edesiri Ighorodje

Dr. Edesiri Ighorodje is a consultant dermatologist and venereologist at the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. She has gained attention for her warnings regarding the excessive use of bath sponges, urging the public to be cautious about their skin health. Her expertise highlights the risks associated with improper sponge use, including skin damage and infections, particularly in a tropical climate like Nigeria's. A Fellow of the West African College of Physicians and an OMI Fellow, Dr. Ighorodje emphasizes the importance of moderation in exfoliation and proper skin care.