Pediatric dermatologist consultation

The child's skin is a kind of "indicator" of health. The condition of the skin can indicate dysfunction of organs or systems, so it is very important to monitor the appearance of rash elements, changes in skin color, and not to engage in self-treatment, but to immediately consult a specialist.

Pediatric dermatologist - a doctor who diagnoses and treats skin, hair, nails, and visible mucous membrane diseases in children. The structure of a child's skin is more delicate, which makes it an easy entry point for fungal, viral, and bacterial infections. As the immune system of infants is still imperfect, and the external environment already interacts with the skin, children often suffer from various skin diseases. At each stage of a child's development, certain reasons for visiting a pediatric dermatologist prevail. The most common issues in infancy include diaper dermatitis, rashes, heat rash, and vesiculopustulosis. In early and preschool age, dermatoses, various parasitic and infectious pathologies (such as microsporia, pediculosis, herpes, scabies, etc.) are often encountered. In school and teenage years, conditions like furuncles, folliculitis, acne, psoriasis, onychomycosis, and dandruff are widespread.

Wasting time trying to independently treat a child's skin disease with makeshift remedies often leads to undesirable consequences - symptoms worsen, and the complexity and cost of treating the disease increase. The right decision in such a situation is to timely schedule a consultation with a pediatric dermatologist at the "Dobrobut" medical clinic network in Kyiv. Our doctors are the best specialists in dermatology in Ukraine.

By seeking help at "Dobrobut," you are guaranteed to find a solution to your child's health problems, quick service, quality care, professionalism, a pleasant atmosphere, and affordable prices.

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What diseases does a pediatric dermatologist treat?

The most common pathologies that a pediatric dermatologist encounters include:

• skin diseases in newborns and infants (seborrheic dermatitis, diaper dermatitis, vesiculitis, childhood eczema);
• skin pathologies of infectious nature (microsporia, herpes, papillomas, impetigo, most varieties of ringworm, scabies);
• inflammatory skin diseases with allergic origins (allergic dermatitis, neurodermatitis, urticaria);
• diseases caused by skin pigmentation disorders (vitiligo);

• inflammatory skin diseases of non-infectious nature (eczema, lichen planus, contact dermatitis, psoriasis, erythema);
• skin neoplasms (lipomas, fibromas, keratomas), malignant skin pathologies;
• seborrhea, acne;
• hair diseases: focal or diffuse hair loss (alopecia) and hypertrichosis (excessive hair growth in atypical areas for the child);
• pediculosis.

When should you consult a pediatric dermatologist?

A planned consultation with a pediatric dermatologist should be conducted annually. An unscheduled appointment is necessary if any of the following symptoms appear:

• the appearance of red spots on the skin;
• rash in the form of small dots, blisters, nodules, vesicles;
• acne or pustules;
• ulcers on the skin;
• redness, itching, and peeling of the skin;
• the appearance of new or intense growth of existing moles;
• dandruff, peeling of the scalp;
• hair loss, either localized or generalized;
• changes in the shape, color, or texture of the nails.

How does a consultation with a pediatric dermatologist proceed?

During the first visit, the dermatologist collects a detailed medical history, interviews the parents or child, clarifies the patient's lifestyle, dietary habits, any existing health conditions, and any dermatological issues in family members. The doctor then conducts a thorough examination of the child's entire body, paying special attention to the altered areas. A dermatological magnifying glass may be used for the examination, which is necessary for assessing the nature of the rash. Next, a scraping is taken from the altered elements for microscopic and bacteriological analysis, to detect infectious diseases and determine the sensitivity of the pathogen to antibacterial or antifungal medications. If it is necessary to examine moles or small rash elements, digital dermatoscopy is utilized. Laboratory tests may also be prescribed to clarify the diagnosis.

Treatment

Based on the conducted examination, the pediatric dermatologist develops the most effective treatment strategy, taking into account the individual characteristics of the patient, their age, and the complexity of each case. The main method of treating dermatological diseases is conservative therapy. Medications are usually prescribed in courses, taken orally or applied locally, in the form of ointments/gels/creams, etc. Sometimes, physiotherapeutic procedures are prescribed. The need for surgical treatment arises rarely.

To make an appointment for a consultation with a pediatric dermatologist at the "Dobrobut" clinic in Kyiv, call our call center at any time of day or use the callback service.

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Advantages of treatment in the "Dobrobut" medical network

By choosing the "Dobrobut" medical network, you and your child will receive quality and timely diagnostics and a guarantee of adherence to the highest standards in the treatment of skin, nail, and hair diseases. Additionally, you will benefit from an individual approach and comfortable conditions for undergoing diagnostics and treatment in one of the best private medical institutions in Ukraine.