DERMATOLOGY

Key Areas in Dermatology

Dermatology is the branch of medicine that specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of skin, hair, nail, and mucous membrane disorders. Dermatologists are medical doctors who are experts in managing a wide range of conditions, from cosmetic issues to complex diseases affecting the integumentary system.

General Dermatology:
- Skin Diseases: Conditions like eczema, psoriasis, acne, and rosacea.
- Infections: Bacterial (e.g., cellulitis), fungal (e.g., ringworm), viral (e.g., herpes simplex), and parasitic (e.g., scabies).
Cosmetic Dermatology:
- Aesthetic Treatments: Procedures such as Botox, fillers, laser treatments, chemical peels, and microdermabrasion.
- Skin Rejuvenation: Treatments for wrinkles, age spots, and pigmentation disorders.

Surgical Dermatology:
- Skin Cancer Surgery: Including Mohs micrographic surgery for precise removal of skin cancer.
- Removal of Benign Lesions: Such as moles, cysts, and lipomas.
Pediatric Dermatology:
- Focuses on skin disorders in children, such as birthmarks, cradle cap, and atopic dermatitis.
Dermatopathology:
- Study of skin biopsies under the microscope to diagnose skin diseases, including cancers and inflammatory conditions.
Hair and Nail Disorders:
- Conditions like alopecia (hair loss), hirsutism (excess hair growth), fungal nail infections, and brittle nails.

Autoimmune and Chronic Skin Conditions:
- Diseases like lupus, vitiligo, and dermatomyositis.
Skin Cancers:
- Diagnosis and treatment of melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma.
Contact and Environmental Dermatology:
- Focus on allergic and irritant contact dermatitis caused by environmental exposure.
Sexually Transmitted Skin Infections:
- Including conditions like syphilis and genital warts.