Many skin conditions can be uncomfortable, unsightly and disconcerting. Some common skin problems can lead you to websites where you immediately think of the worst case scenario; life threatening skin cancer. The fact is that many common skin conditions can be treated swiftly and permanently when diagnosed properly by a Dermatologist.
An online diagnosis or self diagnosis of a skin disease or condition can be dangerous. Even just a patch of red itchy skin that persists should be examined by a Dermatologist. Your dermatologist could interpret important health information that you may not expect. Some skin disorders could be symptoms of larger chronic systemic health issues.