A dermatologist is a doctor specialized in diseases of the skin, hair, nails and mucous membranes. Performs diagnoses and treatments for conditions such as acne, psoriasis, dermatitis, skin infections, hair loss and skin cancer. It is advisable to see a dermatologist if symptoms such as persistent rashes, changes in moles, hair loss, brittle nails or any alteration in the skin, hair or nails that do not disappear with basic treatments occur.
The abscess is the grouping and combination of damaged tissues forming a dome of pus in defense of an infection.
Acne is a skin disorder caused by inflammation of the sebaceous glands and hair follicles. It occurs when the pores are clogged with grease and dead cells.
Actinic keratosis occurs due to sun exposure for years. They are thick and scaly patches on the skin.
Actinic reticuloid is a presence of erythematous-edematous papules and plaques, generally due to chronic photodermatosis typical of advanced ages.
Albinism is a hereditary genetic disorder that causes the absence or total reduction of melanic pigment in the eyes, skin and hair.
Alopecia is the disease that causes abnormal hair loss in the scalp or any other part of the body. Alopecia or baldness can be localized or generalized and temporary or definitive.
Alopecia areata is characterized by abundantly round hair loss and tufts. The condition extends to all body hair.
The alopecia of women is the loss of capillary density in the most visible areas of the scalp, due to both hair loss and thinning of the strands of the hair.
Anagen effluvium is the abrupt loss of hair, its most frequent cause is cancer treatment
Androgenic alopecia is the permanent loss of hair commonly in the upper and frontal part of the head. Male alopecia affects more than 60% of men throughout their lives.
Angioedema is swelling under the skin that may be accompanied by itching, burning, redness, and blisters.
Angiofibroma is a benign vascular tumor that generally appears on the face, in areas such as the cheeks and nose.
Atopic dermatitis is a disorder that causes redness and itching of the skin. It occurs at any age, but is usually more common in children. It can manifest with allergies or rhinitis.
Baggy eyes or ptosis is a condition in which one or both eyelids sag downward, causing the person to look older and tired.
Balanitis xerotica obliterans is a chronic inflammation of the skin of the glans and foreskin, in some cases affecting the urethra.
Baldness is excessive hair loss until no hair is left.
Birthmarks are a spot that forms before the baby is born.
Boils are swelling from infected hair follicles which fill with pus causing painful bumps.
Botryomycosis is a secondary effect of a bacterial infection in which a suppurative reaction and / or pus-filled blisters (pustules) occur.
Bullous pemphigoid is the appearance of large, fluid-filled blisters on the skin.
Burns are external injuries to the skin caused by fire or some hot item.
Calciphylaxis is the vascular calcification of arteries of medium and small caliber, generally occurring in patients with renal failure.
Capillaroscopy is a diagnostic study performed on the fingers of the hand using a microscope to view the capillaries and diagnose diseases such as rheumatism.
The caput succedaneum is a mass without margins. Serous accumulation of subcutaneous intracranial fluid, causing intracranial pressure.
Carcinoma is a very common type of cancer that consists of the appearance of tumors on the surface of the skin.
Cellulite better known as the orange-peel skin, it is a deformity in the skin that men and women suffer due to the accumulation of fat in areas usually located in the thighs, abdomen or buttocks.
Cephalohematoma is the unilateral collection of blood under the scalp.
Chancroid is a sexually transmitted disease in which sores with pustules appear on the genitals.
Cheilitis is the appearance of cracks and inflammation in the mouth.
Couperose is a vascular condition with symptoms that include redness, dilated blood vessels and spider veins.
Cryotherapy is a procedure performed to remove HPV warts with nitrogen (cold)
Cutaneous cylinders are benign growths that originate in the sebaceous, sweat glands, and the scalp.
Cutaneous leishmaniasis is a skin disease caused by a parasite.
Cutaneous mucinosis is due to the accumulation of mucin in a focal or diffuse manner in the dermis or hair follicle.
Cutaneous nocardiosis is a skin infection caused by a gram-positive bacteria and mainly affects patients with immunodeficiency.
Demodicidosis is a skin disease caused by mites.
Contact dermatitis is the reaction of the skin from exposure to allergens or irritants, causing irritation and rash on contact.
Dermatofibroma is a common skin lesion that manifests as a solitary, slow-growing, firm papule.
Dermatomyositis is a dark red rash that appears on the face and generally affects women, the elderly, and in some cases children.
Dermatosis is the genetic name given to skin pathologies.
Dermographism is a skin disorder where raised hives-like marks are created every time there is a scrape or cut.
Dermoscopy is a non-invasive test used by dermatologists to diagnose skin conditions.
Dry skin is caused by the lack of hydration in the skin and the skin loses too much water and oil.
Dry or rough skin may have small scales or cracks. This dryness occurs when the skin loses too much water and oil.
Ecthyma is a skin infection caused by a pseudomonas
The term '' ectodermal dysplasia '' defines a group of hereditary heterogeneous diseases of the skin, nails and hair
Eczema is an inflammation of the skin, which is known as dermatitis. There are different types of dermatitis.
Acrodermatitis enteropathica is a genetic pathology resulting from zinc deficiency and related to metabolism that causes alopecia, diarrhea and dermatitis in the extremities.
Epidermolysis bullosa is a group of inherited skin diseases, characterized by the eruption of blisters on the skin.
Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) is a group of inherited conditions that cause blistering and erosions in the skin and mucous membranes.
Erysipelas is a skin infection caused by bacteria
Erythema is a reddening of the skin in a specific area of the body due to increased blood in the capillaries.
Erythrasma is a contagious infection of the first layer of the skin and of chronic evolution.
Erythroderma is associated with metabolic disorders where an inflammation of the body surface occurs with erythema and desquamation.
Erythromelalgia is an annoying vasodilation in the minor arteries of the hands and feet causing an increase in temperature and erythema.
Excessive or uncontrollable sweating affects the hands, feet and armpits, it is called focal hyperhidrosis. Excessive sweating is often caused by anxiety, excitement, anger, or fear.
Facial cleansing is the removal of impurities from the skin such as blackheads, pimples, pimples, pimples and dead cells accumulated in the pores of the face.
Folliculitis is an infection produced in the follicle where hair grows.
Freckles are a pigmentation in the form of dots that appear on the surface of the skin.
Genital warts are known as HPV or Human Papilloma Virus and it is a sexually transmitted disease (STD). They form in the area of the genitals and the mouth, both in men and women and do not usually cause pain.
Granuloma annulare are ring-shaped bumps on the skin that usually appear on the hands and feet.
Hair loss, known medically as alopecia, is frequent hair loss caused by multiple causes.
Hair transplantation is a procedure that is performed to place hair in areas where it is no longer born.
Plantar hellomas or calluses may be due to the use of inappropriate shoes, or frequent friction with an area of skin. Calluses or calluses are thickened layers of skin, often on the hands or feet.
Hemangiomas occur with the appearance of normal and abnormal vessels on organs or skin and are generally benign.
Hidradenitis suppurativa are skin lesions that appear with inflammation or infection of the sweat glands.
Hidradenitis suppurativa (also known as acne inversa) is an inflammatory skin disease characterized by deep boil-like lumps under the skin.
Hirsutism is the excessive growth of hair in women, following a male pattern in areas such as: sideburns, chin, breast areolas, neck, thorax, as well as back and thighs.
Hydrocystoma is the formation of cysts in the sweat glands that are located mainly on the lower eyelids or at the edge.
Hyperhidrosis is excessive, abnormal sweating, involving the extremities, face and armpits, generally related to body temperature.
Hypomelanosis is the appearance of rounded white spots on the skin resulting from exposure to the sun, it is more known as a pigmentation disorder.
Ichthyosis is a skin problem in which skin is flaky, dry, or thickened.
Impetigo is the appearance of red sores caused by a highly contagious skin infection.
Infections is the invasion of a microorganism in the body causing certain symptoms and diseases.
Intertrigo is a disease originated in the folds of the skin caused by friction or friction between them.
Irregular pigmentation occurs with changes in a substance made in cells called melanin.
Itchy skin (pruritus) is an irritation on the skin that causes an uncontrolled desire to scratch.
Keloid is generated by the overgrowth of scar tissue in a skin lesion.
Keratoacanthoma is a skin mass resulting from sun exposure.
Keratosis is caused by years of exposure to the sun in which rough and scaly areas appear.
Leprosy is a contagious skin disease caused by bacteria, causing damage to the skin and nerves.
Leukoplakia is the presence of thickened white patches inside the mouth.
Lichen planus is an inflammatory pathology of the mucous membranes and skin.
Lipoid necrobiosis is the appearance of yellowish plaques on the skin, it is associated with several diseases such as diabetes mellitus.
Livedo reticularis refers to a reticular pattern of bluish and reddish pigmentation of the skin.
Lupus is an inflammatory and autoimmune disease where the body attacks healthy cells causing damage to itself.
Lupus is a disease where your immune system attacks your body.
Melanoma is a type of skin cancer. It occurs when melanocytes, pigment producing cells, become cancerous.
Melanonychia is produced by an excess of melanin causing the nails to take on a blackish color.
Melasma is the hyperpigmentation that usually appears on the face as brown spots during hormonal changes during pregnancy or by exposure to the sun.
The miliaria is a pathology in the skin which is produced by the obstruction of ducts through which sweat passes, remaining trapped under the skin.
Moles are dark brown spots that grow on the skin. They can occur anywhere on the body and are caused by clumps of pigment-producing cells in the skin.
Molluscum contagiosum is a viral skin infection that produces small, painless, elevated lesions. It is caused by a virus that spreads through sexual intercourse and is often confused with herpes or warts.
Morphea is a disease where it occurs in hardening of the skin and fat in some areas with chronic evolution, it mainly affects women.
Pimples occur when a hair follicle fills with dead cells and fat, in some cases it is the product of acne and can be painful.
Myiasis is an infectious pathology caused by larvae on the skin.
Neurofibromas are tumors that form within nerves and appear as lumps on or under the skin.
The nevus better known as moles are proliferations of cells on the skin.
Ochronosis is the accumulation of homogentisic acid within connective tissues.
The onychectomy is the extraction of the nail completely or partially.
Onychomycosis is a fungal infection of the nails. Alters the aesthetics of the affected nails and does not usually cause discomfort
Panniculitis is an inflammation of the adipose tissue generally in the lower limbs.
Paronychia is a localized infection in the nail bed or plexus.
Pellagra occurs with the lack of intake of vitamin B3, produced by a deficiency in the intake of it.
Perniosis is the appearance of sores from exposure to high temperatures.
Photoaging is damage or premature aging caused by solar radiation.
Phytophotodermatitis are skin rashes that occur after touching fruits or flowers and being exposed to the sun, causing bruises or blisters to appear.
Piebaldism is a depigmentation caused by the lack of melanocytes in the affected areas.
Pilomatricoma is a slow-growing, hard lump that is located under the skin. it is usually more common on the face and neck.
The pilonidal sinus is a neoplasm located in the coccyx abnormally with skin and hair.
Pimples are bumps that are filled with sebum or pus and usually appear mostly on the face and back.
Pityriasis is a fungal infection that causes round, oval spots.
Plantar warts are small bumps that usually appear on the heels or weight-bearing points of the foot. Plantar warts are viral infections caused by the human papillomavirus.
The polymorphic light eruption is a reaction caused by exposure to the sun
Prurigo is the skin reaction to insect bites.
Psoriasis is a skin disease that occurs when the life cycle of rough and dead cells is accelerated. The excess skin cells form red spots and scales that are itchy and sometimes painful.
Pyoderma gangrenosum are rare, large painful ulcers or sores of which the exact cause is unknown, however, they may be associated with the immune system.
The rash is a temporary outbreak of reddish patches on the skin, causing scaling and itching; possibly with hives or blisters
Rosacea is a chronic disease which causes redness of the skin and often small pus-filled bumps on the face and in some cases the eyes.
Sagging skin is the loss or deficit of muscle firmness and density. It occurs when there is a deficiency in elastin and collagen responsible for providing elasticity and firmness to the skin.
Scabies (Scabies) is a contagious skin disease caused by arador mites
Scars are the skin's reaction to create a protective layer where a wound has occurred
Scleredema is a connective tissue pathology which presents as a rare hardening of the skin.
Scleroderma is a rare autoimmune disease that affects the connective tissue and causes symptoms such as: Thickening and hardening of skin, especially on fingers, hands, arms, feet and around lips. This leads to formation of fibrotic cords which results in stiffness of the fingers or toes. Immune system problem. Chronic lung disease, such as interstitial pneumonitis and pulmonary fibrosis.
Seborrheic dermatitis (dandruff) is an inflammatory skin condition which causes the formation of yellowish or white scales in fatty areas such as the scalp, inside the ear and face.
Autoeczematization is when a process of creating inflammatory lesions on the skin from a focus in another area is carried out.
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are infections that are spread by sexual contact. STDs can cause pain, inflammation, and scarring. They can also lead to infertility and even death.
Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a reddish rash that tends to itch and cause pain, which grows in a circular way through the body, snake-like.
A skin biopsy is an examination that is performed on a small portion of skin or tissue, in order to rule out or confirm the existence of malignant cells.
Cutaneous cancer is caused by the transformation of skin cells to malignant cells such as keratinocytes and melanocytes. Mostly, skin cancers grow rapidly and uncontrollably.
Skin cancer is a malignant disease caused by the abnormal growth of skin cells. The most common types of skin cancer are: basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma.
Skin infections are caused by bacteria, which by penetrating the hair follicles or through small breaks in the skin cause skin infection; They can affect a small area of skin or spread.
Skin infections are skin conditions caused by bacteria that cause a myriad of skin pathologies.
Skin tags are small benign tumors (red in color) that form on the skin, especially where there are folds such as: neck, armpits, groin.
Soft fibromas are small, normal or brown colored skin pedicle growths that are frequently found in the armpits.
Spider veins are small red and blue veins visible through the skin, sometimes they can be painful or itchy.
The spots are the non-uniform tones in the skin caused by hormonal imbalance, sun or external agents such as creams and lotions.
Stretch marks are scars caused by stretching of the middle and inner layers of the skin.
Sun allergy manifests itself as a rash or itchiness that appears after sun exposure.
Syringoma are tumors located in the sweat glands, they are benign and usually affect mostly women of puberty age.
Systemic sclerosis is an alteration in the collagen produced by an autoimmune disease.
Tilomas (calluses) are hyperkeratic skin lesions that can vary in size.
Urticaria is an allergic reaction that can come from some medicine or food, manifests itself with intense itching, inflammation and hives.
Varicose veins, or varicose veins, are twisted and dilated veins caused by an abnormal accumulation of blood. Any vein can be varicose but usually appear on the legs.
Vasculitis is an autoimmune disease that attacks the body causing inflammation of the blood vessels.
Venous lake is the dilation of a vein that appears in sun-damaged skin.
Vitiligo is a skin disease that causes the loss of skin pigmentation in certain areas, white spots appear. Vitiligo is a chronic and non-contagious disease that occurs when pigment producing cells die or stop working.
Wrinkles are folds that form the skin due to wear or lack of collagen.
Xanthelasmas are benign or fatty tumors located in the tear or eyelid area.
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