Dermatology

What diseases does a dermatologist treat?

• skin and nail fungus;
• infectious skin lesions;
• lichen;
• papillomas;
• herpes;
• eczema and neurodermatitis;
• allergic dermatitis;
• parasitic skin lesions;
• somatic and inflammatory diseases of the sebaceous and sweat glands, such as seborrhea;
• skin lesions and rashes that appear due to diseases of the internal organs;
• psoriasis;
• acne;
• teenage hormonal skin problems and other skin conditions.

When should I visit a dermatologist?

You should visit a dermatologist if you have one of these symptoms:

• Skin rashes of any kind;
• Swollen skin;
• Skin cracks;
• Long-term itch;
• Pustules, boils;
• Profuse warts or moles, change of their size;
• Inflamed or wet skin;
• Acne;
• Nail fungus, change of nail colour or structure;
• All bothersome symptoms related to skin, hair or nails.

Diagnostic methods of a dermatologist:

• Visual examination;
• Microscopic evaluation;
• Skin or nail scraping;
• Different blood tests;
• Skin biopsy with histology;
• Immunofluorescence studies (to detect autoimmune diseases).

What happens during a dermatologist’s appointment

The dermatologist interviews the patient, makes visual examination and performs all required diagnostic tests. Sometimes the doctor can prescribe additional investigations.

According to the data collected, the dermatologist draws a conclusion, makes a diagnosis and prescribes treatment – medication, physiotherapy or otherwise.

FAQ

How to prevent rapid skin aging?

Skin aging is a natural process, but there are factors that can accelerate it. Two essential factors are:

• Hormonal background. Women, who have had an early menopause, can suffer early skin ageing. In this case, after having weighed up the pros and cons, the doctor can prescribe hormone replacement therapy that will affect not only the skin condition, but also other important functions of the body.
• The sun. Studies show that sun exposure is the key factor of skin ageing. One should use sunblock even on days when the sun is not very bright, and even more so – in the heat. Also one should remember that “toasting” on the beach certainly does the skin more harm than good.

How to moisturize dry facial skin?

To get rid of dry and tight skin, try to follow these easy recommendations:

• Change your moisturizer every few years, as the skin gets used to the same ingredients and stops responding to them. The moisturizing cream should include hyaluronic, milk or glycolic acid that retains moisture in the cells.
• Moisturize your skin with thermal water before applying the cream.
• Make moisturizing face masks twice a week.
• Do not expose your face to the sun, protect it from frost.
• Drink more water.
• Do not wash your face with hot water.
• Buy a small air humidifier and put it near your workplace, if possible.

How to book an appointment?

• Online appointment is the fastest and most convenient way. It is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It takes less than 5 minutes to schedule!
• You can also call us at + 7 812 327 03 01 (24/7), and the call-centre specialists will schedule an appointment whenever convenient to you.