General dermatology

Some of the most common skin conditions include:

• Acne: Characterised by pimples, blackheads, and cysts, acne is a common condition affecting the face, back, and shoulders.
• Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis): This condition causes itchy, red, and inflamed skin.
• Psoriasis: A chronic condition that causes rapid skin cell turnover, leading to thick, scaly patches of skin that are often red and itchy.
• Rosacea: This condition causes redness and visible blood vessels on the face, often accompanied by small, red, pus-filled bumps.
• Contact Dermatitis: An allergic reaction or irritation leading to red, itchy, and inflamed skin.
• Skin Cancer: Includes different types such as basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma. Skin cancer can present as new or changing moles or sores that do not heal.
• Warts: Caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), warts are benign growths on the skin that can appear anywhere on the body.
• Hives (Urticaria): Characterised by itchy, raised welts on the skin.
• Vitiligo: A condition where the skin loses its pigment, leading to white patches on the skin.
• Ringworm (Tinea): A fungal infection that causes circular, itchy, and red patches with a clear center.
• Scabies: Scabies leads to intense itching and a rash consisting of small, red bumps and blisters. It is highly contagious and spreads through prolonged skin-to-skin contact.