What is a Dermatologist? What Health Concerns are Treated by them?

Healthy skin is the dream of many. It is an indicator of your physical health. Having healthy skin not only enhances your appearance but also boosts your confidence and self-esteem, making you feel good about yourself both inside and out. Therefore, taking care of your skin should be an essential part of your overall health and wellness routine.

However, one of the most frequent questions I hear is, “How can I take care of my skin? How should I know about the condition of my skin?”  to all these questions, a dermatologist is your best bet to answer.

Dermatologists are experts in skincare and can provide personalized recommendations based on your skin type, concerns, and lifestyle. They can also diagnose and treat any skin conditions, nail diseases, and cosmetic disorders including hair loss and scars.

They give better treatment based on the illness and the subspecialty fields concentrating it with extra care. The dermatologist subspecialty includes:

Dermatopathology: It is concerned with the microscopic analysis of skin disorders.

Mohs surgery: Surgical removal of skin tumours, penile cancer, or skin soft tissue sarcoma.

Paediatric dermatology: Specialists in diagnosing and treating skin conditions in children and managing paediatric medications correctly.

Cosmetic dermatology: Concerned with the cosmetic enhancement of the skin, especially the face and neck.

Diseases Treated by a Dermatologist

There are several symptoms / health concerns that need a consultation with a dermatologist and the below symptoms / health concerns are the most common diseases treated by them

Acne:  It is most common in teenagers and young adults that results from blocked pores.

Eczema: Characteristics of eczema are dry, itchy areas of skin. When you come into contact with an irritant or allergy, it can get worse.

Hair Loss: There are many types of hair loss, which can affect people of any age or gender, including children. Androgenic alopecia, also called baldness, is the most common type of hair loss.

Nail Fungus: Nails become yellow and thick with possible white dots or streaks. The most common kind of nail fungus, known as tinea unguium, is caused by a dermatophyte.

Psoriasis: It is a skin autoimmune disorder that leads to irritation and itching. Plaque psoriasis is the most common type of psoriasis. It leads to patches of thick, scaly skin.

Skin cancer: It develops when cells in the skin multiply rapidly and are out of control. It has a cure that is possible with early diagnosis and treatment.

Rosacea: It is a common skin condition that causes redness on the nose, chin, cheeks, and forehead. It typically affects the face.

What Treatments do they Provide?

Dermatologists often perform diagnostic treatments for skin problems such as:

• Medicines that are applied on the skin or given by injection.
• Therapy with ultraviolet (UV) light.
• Electrosurgery
• Cryosurgery
• Excision surgery
• Mohs surgery
• Mole removal and
• Vein treatment

Bottom Line:

The skin is the longest and heaviest organ and has vital purposes. It protects us from heat, cold, and germs, and is a great indicator of our overall health. Thus, it is necessary to care for your skin. So, it is best to consult a dermatologist instead of treating skin problems at home.

Healthy skin means a healthy body!