is a branch of medicine specializing in the study and description of skin’s structure and function, as well as disorders of skin, hair and nails and some systemic diseases which manifest primarily on the skin. A dermatologist examines skin and searches for possible causes of abnormalities in its appearance. The most common conditions treated by dermatologist are:
acne;
atopic dermatitis (AD);
seborrhoeic dermatitis;
psoriasis;
vitiligo;
pediculosis;
eczema;
hair loss;
dandruff;
birthmarks (moles);
erythema;
herpes;
impetigo;
fungal infections;
warts;
bedsores;
stretch marks;
excessive sweating;
skin cancer.