Conditions commonly treated by dermatologists

  • Acne is a common skin condition that can significantly impact an individual’s appearance and self-esteem and affects a broad range of ages, not just teens.

  • Atopic dermatitis, commonly referred to as eczema, is a chronic skin condition characterized by red, itchy, and inflamed patches. Living with atopic dermatitis can be challenging due to its recurrent nature and its impact on sleep and confidence.

  • Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune condition typically characterized by the rapid buildup of skin cells, leading to red, itchy, and scaly patches on the skin’s surface. It can also affect, the nails, joints (psoriatic arthritis) and other body systems).

  • Hyperhidrosis is a medical condition characterised by excessive sweating that goes beyond what is necessary to regulate body temperature. This condition can significantly impact an individual’s daily life, leading to social discomfort and a decreased quality of life.

  • Hair loss, or alopecia, can be a distressing condition affecting both men and women.

    There can be many different underlying triggers of hair loss including stress related shedding, autoimmune disorders as well as age and hormonal causes.

  • Rosacea is a chronic skin condition characterized by facial redness and flushing, visible blood vessels, and sometimes, acne/pustule-like bumps. It can also lead to enlargement/thickening of the skin in the nose, forehead, chin, and ear area.

  • For many patients, skin checks and medical and surgical treatment with their GP will be sufficient to manage common and early-stage skin cancers, however GPs may request the assistance of a dermatologist for identification and management of suspicious moles or lesions, or for skin surveillance in certain high risk groups such as patients with many naevi (moles), a history of melanoma or a family history of melanoma, severely sun damaged skin, or long term immunosuppression, such as patients who have a transplant or certain autoimmune conditions or blood cancers/disorders.

  • Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic inflammatory (non-infectious) skin condition characterized by the development of painful, inflamed nodules and abscesses, typically in areas where skin rubs together, such as the armpits, groin, buttocks, and under the breasts.

  • Vitiligo is a skin disorder characterized by loss of melanin pigment, resulting in white patches on the skin.

  • As well as having expertise in disorders of the skin and hair, Dermatologists are also experts in the diagnosis and management of nail disorders.