Paediatric Dermatology

If a child has a skin disease/ condition such as itching, patches, warts or birthmark, a paediatric dermatologist has the perfect qualification and experience to treat the child. Paediatric dermatologists treat a wide variety of skin-related conditions in children from birth to adolescence.

What conditions are treated by Paediatric dermatologist?
- Birthmarks
- Dermatitis
- Moles
- Skin infections
- Skin cancer
- Drug allergies
- Viral eruptions
- Collagen vascular disorders
- Congenital skin disorders
- Psoriasis
- Vitiligo
- Hives
- Conditions affecting nails and hair
When should I see a Pediatric Dermatologist?

Consultants
What are the skin diseases commonly seen among children?
- Ringworm infection
- Cradle cap
- Chickenpox
- Measles
- Scabies
- Fungal infections
- Impetigo
- Warts
- Heat rash (Prickly heat)
- Contact dermatitis
- Hand-foot-mouth disease
- Eczema
- Hives

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