Dermatologist San Fernando CA

 

Dermatologist - Diagnose Your Skin Problems

A Dermatologist San Fernando CA is a kind of doctor who diagnoses and treats various conditions that affect the skin, hair, and nails of your body. The most common conditions they specialize in are acne, eczema, facial rejuvenation, keratosis pilaris, menopause, psoriasis, reactive arthritis, skin cancer, sunburn, tattoos, wrinkles, and pregnancy. They also often treat other conditions which affect the sensitive tissue, or mucus membranes that surround your eyes, nose, mouth, and scalp. Their job is to make sure you have healthy skin and the best appearance possible.

Skin diseases affect the largest organ in your body. This organ, your skin, is made up of two layers. The outermost epidermis layer is called the epidermis and the innermost layer is called the dermis. Most of the diseases that affect the skin affect the dermis. Although it is the most outer layer, it is also the most vulnerable to conditions which can damage it deeply.

To be able to diagnose a disease, a dermatologist uses a combination of techniques including clinical and laboratory tests to identify and treat the cause of the condition. A dermatologist is the only doctor who can diagnose a particular condition accurately. Other doctors like physicians, may try to diagnose the problem but are unable to treat it properly as they lack the expertise and experience necessary to diagnose and treat a condition accurately.

There are four main kinds of skin conditions which a Dermatologist can diagnose. These are: Acne, Eczema, Inflammatory Dry Skin, and Keratosis Pilaris. Acne is the most common disease which affects the face, chest, shoulders, and back. Most people with acne only get rid of the problem by scrubbing or applying creams or lotions. The main reason for acne is excessive sebum secretion, which blocks the hair follicles. Acne can cause scarring in the long run if left untreated.

The second kind of skin problem which a Dermatologist can diagnose is Inflammatory Dry Skin. This is also the most common disease affecting the face and the body. The main reason for Inflammatory Dry Skin is too much exposure to the sun. A Dermatologist can easily determine if your hair is getting damaged from the sun or not. They check for redness, itchiness, or any other kind of irritation.

The third kind of problem is Keratosis Pilaris. This kind of problem usually affects the scalp, the hair, the skin, or even the nails of the hands. Keratosis Pilaris is caused by the inflammation of the intertriginous area which surrounds the hair follicles and the skin of the arms. Usually people suffering with this problem get red, itchy rash on the arms or even on their legs. There is no specific treatment for Keratosis Pilaris. However, a Dermatologist can diagnose the disease and recommend the most appropriate treatment.

The fourth kind of condition which a Dermatologist can diagnose conditions like psoriasis and dandruff. Psoriasis mainly affects the skin, but in rare cases it can affect the nails as well. It is characterized by red and dry patches. There is no specific treatment to treat psoriasis but a Dermatologist can diagnose it and prescribe the best treatment available.

Finally, there are other rare kinds of diseases and conditions like Lupus, psoriasis, keratosis pilaris, autoimmune diseases, cancer, birth defects, etc. In any case, a Dermatologist can diagnose the exact nature of the disease and can prescribe the right kind of medication. So, next time when you go to a beauty clinic make sure you check what procedures the doctor carrying the profession has undergone and what kind of treatment he or she will be offering to you.