What is a Pediatric Dermatologist?
A dermatologist is a specialist in the diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions and diseases, but dermatology services aren’t just for adults. Children and teens can benefit from dermatology services too. A pediatric dermatologist is a specialist within a specialty, focusing on skin conditions affecting newborns through teenagers.
Common Skin Conditions Affecting Children
A pediatric dermatologist is an expert at the diagnosis and treatment of acne and acne scarring, skin rashes, including poison ivy and hives, eczema, warts, and moles.
Services Available from a Pediatric Dermatologist
A pediatric dermatologist can provide treatment in the form of:
- Oral medications, to reduce or eliminate itching, inflammation, redness, and other signs and symptoms
- Topical medications, to reduce itching, redness, swelling, and inflammation
- Surgical treatment, to close an open wound or treat a laceration or other skin injury
When To Visit a Pediatric Dermatologist
You should call or schedule an appointment with a pediatric dermatologist if your child has a skin infection, skin rash, or other skin issue that isn’t resolving or is getting worse.