How should I prepare for my first visit to a dermatologist?
You must gather all your medical history documented with relevant diagnostic reports and results, write down doubts you have, document skin issues and symptoms you’re experiencing, submit referral letters from physicians (if applicable), and consult regarding precautions and post-treatment follow-ups to take.
What advancements or technologies are utilised by dermatologists?
At Aster Prime in Hyderabad, we are equipped with advanced dermatology medical devices, including Raman spectroscopy, fluorescence imaging, multispectral optoacoustic tomography, total-body digital photography, dermoscopy, melanin-binding laser, cryo modulation, optical coherence tomography, high-frequency ultrasound, and others.
How do dermatologists decide if surgery is necessary?
Dermatologists in Hyderabad perform several diagnostic and imaging tests to review the patient’s medical health, analyse potential symptoms, identify dysfunctional body organs, etc. With thorough examination and detailed insights, surgical & non-surgical options are analysed.
What is the role of a dermatologist in a patient's treatment?
From diagnosing patients’ skin diseases and hair and nail illnesses to identifying suitable surgical and non-surgical conditions, managing acute and chronic skin diseases, and following medical/ surgical/ cosmetic procedures, specialists at Aster Prime ensure comprehensive post-treatment care for patients.
What skin conditions do dermatologists attend to?
Expert dermatologists address a wide range of skin conditions, including acne, skin cancer, eczema and dermatitis, psoriasis, rosacea, skin infections, warts and molluscum contagiosum, hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation, allergic reactions, and other related health issues.
What are the most common types of conditions that dermatologists treat?
Major conditions that require expert dermatology treatments are hair loss, nail problems, psoriasis, eczema, acne, skin cancer, dermatitis, infections, rosacea, warts, vitiligo, etc. Specialists conduct comprehensive surgical, medical, and cosmetic dermatology procedures to provide the required treatment.
Will a dermatologist help manage side effects during treatment?
Experts at Aster Prime treat patients suffering from post-treatment side effects. These include topical steroids and calcineurin inhibitors for dry skin, topical retinoids and antibiotics for acne, topical lightening agents and laser treatments for hyperpigmentation.
What question you should ask a dermatologist?
Patients must consult with top dermatologists in Hyderabad regarding the treatment process, a procedure they’d follow, post-treatment side effects, precautions to consider, changes in lifestyle, and other related questions according to their health condition.
When should I consider seeing a dermatologist?
If you experience long-lasting skin irritation, infections, warts, hair loss, nail disorders, fungal infections, acne, rosacea, psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis, hives, suspicious moles or skin growths, hyperpigmentation, vitiligo, scars, or skin cancer, consult with specialists of Aster Prime in Hyderabad.
Who is a dermatologist, and what do they do?
A skilled dermatologist is an expert in diagnosing and treating skin, hair, and nail diseases. They address severe skin conditions, including skin cancer, eczema, psoriasis, acne, rosacea, and dermatitis. They are also skilled in conducting complex medical treatments, including biopsies, cryotherapy, laser therapy, and surgical excisions.
