Warts are a very common problem. Dermatologists tend to get referred the more difficult persistent warts. There are various types including subtle examples on the face, called plane warts. These are often treated with topical retinoid preparations. Other sites include...
Skin Cancer screening will detect skin cancer lesions early, so it is important to regularly exam your own skin. Your dermatologist will explain how to do this. Skin cancer has a high cure rate when detected early. One helpful tool is to take photographs of your skin...
Rosacea is a common condition that leads to redness, bumps (papules) and pimples on the face. It can sometimes be hard to distinguish from acne. However, it has an older demographic and is often, but not always, associated with facial flushing, broken blood vessels,...
Psoriasis is seen on the skin as very well-defined red plaques with overlying scale. Common sites include the elbows and knees. Particularly if it occurs on the palms or soles and is very irritated, small cuts and splits of the skin can occur and this can lead to...
At Western Dermatology, we have many years of experience with phototherapy (light therapy). This delivers therapeutic very safe narrow band ultraviolet B light. There are two state of the art computer controlled Waldmann phototherapy booths. These treatments are bulk...
Patients also see dermatologists for skin issues involving their genitalia. This could be an inflammatory issue such as irritation of the penis called balanitis, which is the common cause of symptoms at this site. A less common condition is called lichen sclerosis and...