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Dermatologist
A dermatologist examines and treats skin conditions, allergies and various systemic diseases that affect the skin as well as skin changes. At Mehiläinen, you can quickly get an appointment with a dermatologist.
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Dermatologist services at a glance
- A dermatologist provides an accurate diagnosis and effective treatment for skin conditions.
- A dermatologist's appointment usually takes 20–60 minutes, depending on the procedures required.
- Before your dermatologist's appointment, write down your symptoms and their duration, as well as the medications you are taking.
The most common skin conditions
A dermatologist examines and treats skin conditions, allergic symptoms and various changes in the skin. The dermatologist's area of expertise also includes sexually transmitted infections and skin conditions affecting the genitals as well as many systemic diseases that cause skin symptoms. There are about 3,000 different rashes and skin conditions that dermatologists can treat.
Common dermatologist-treated skin conditions include:
- acne
- various types of eczema, such as atopic eczema and seborrheic eczema
- psoriasis
- infectious skin conditions such as cold sores, impetigo, molluscum contagiosum, warts and fungal skin and nail infections
- skin tumours, such as benign moles or skin cancer
- hives
- allergic rashes and drug reactions
How a private dermatologist's appointment proceeds
Before an appointment with a dermatologist, it's a good idea to write down or make a mental checklist of, at least, the following:
- Symptoms, such as what kinds of symptoms you have and their duration.
- Your current medications.
At the appointment, your dermatologist will start by discussing your symptoms with you and possibly ask other questions related to your health and the medicines you are taking. After the initial discussion, the dermatologist will assess the visible skin symptoms of the skin change or skin condition on the basis of the information you have provided, such as the symptoms of the rash and their duration.
Usually, the dermatologist can make a diagnosis at the appointment on the basis of the above information and their observations. The dermatologist will usually check the entire skin during the appointment.
Sometimes the skin symptom requires additional tests, such as laboratory tests and allergy tests. A biopsy sample can also be taken from a rash or skin change. A dermatoscope makes it easier to distinguish, for example, benign moles from suspicious moles that require removal.
Skin conditions can be treated with various topical or oral medications. In addition to these, a dermatologist can use treatments such as phototherapy, skin laser treatment, cryotherapy and surgery to treat skin conditions. Some dermatologists also perform aesthetic treatments for the skin.
Symptoms and problems related to skin conditions
Frequently asked questions about dermatologist's appointments
A dermatologist is a specialist who examines and treats skin conditions, allergy symptoms and various skin changes. The dermatologist's area of expertise also includes sexually transmitted infections and skin conditions affecting the genitals as well as many systemic diseases that cause skin symptoms. Previously, dermatologists graduated as specialists in dermatology and sexually transmitted infections. With the change in the training programme, the title changed to specialist in dermatology and allergology.
If you have skin symptoms, suspect you have a skin condition or notice new or suspicious skin changes, it's a good idea to book an appointment with a dermatologist. Common dermatologist-treated skin conditions include:
- acne
- various types of eczema, such as atopic eczema and seborrheic eczema
- psoriasis
- infectious skin conditions such as cold sores, impetigo, molluscum contagiosum, warts and fungal skin and nail infections
- skin tumours, such as benign moles or skin cancer
- hives
- allergic rashes and drug reactions
Your dermatologist will start by discussing your symptoms with you and possibly ask other questions related to your health and the medications you are taking. After the initial discussion, the dermatologist will assess the visible skin symptoms of the skin change or skin condition on the basis of the information you have provided, such as the symptoms of the rash and their duration. The dermatologist will usually check the entire skin. Often, the dermatologist can make a diagnosis during the appointment. Sometimes the skin symptom requires additional tests, such as laboratory tests and allergy tests.
