Dermatology

Dermatology, also known as skin and venereal diseases, is the branch of medicine that covers the skin, hair, nails, mucous membranes, and sexually transmitted diseases. Also called cildiye, it deals with the diagnosis and treatment of various disorders affecting these systems.

Dermatology is a medical field that studies the skin, hair, nails, mucous membranes, and sexually transmitted diseases. This broad area has led to the division of dermatology into various subspecialties.

The main subspecialties of dermatology are:

• Dermato-oncology

• Cosmetic Dermatology

• Pediatric Dermatology

• Dermatoallergy

• Dermatopathology

• Venereology (Sexually Transmitted Diseases)

• Photodermatology

These subspecialties deepen the field of dermatology, allowing for more specific and effective treatment methods for patients.

Some common conditions that dermatology deals with:

Skin Diseases:

• Acne

• Eczema (Dermatitis)

• Psoriasis

• Urticaria (Hives)

• Rosacea

• Vitiligo

• Allergic Reactions

Skin Infections:

• Bacterial infections: Impetigo

• Viral infections: Cold sores, warts, shingles

• Fungal infections: Tinea (ringworm, athlete’s foot)

• Parasitic infections

Skin Cancers:

• Basal cell carcinoma

• Squamous cell carcinoma

• Melanoma

Hair and Scalp Diseases:

• Hair loss (Alopecia)

• Scalp diseases: Seborrheic dermatitis

Nail Diseases:

• Nail fungus

• Ingrown nails

Other Skin Conditions:

• Skin aging

• Ichthyosis vulgaris (Fish scale disease)

• Behçet’s disease

Skin Rejuvenation and Treatments:

• Laser therapies

Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs):
Another important area of dermatology is sexually transmitted infections. Common STDs include:

• Genital warts (HPV)

• Genital herpes

• Gonorrhea

• Syphilis

• Chlamydia

As A Life Health Group, we diagnose skin diseases with our expert doctors in the field of dermatology at our hospitals in Ankara. We provide solutions for issues related to skin, hair, nail health, and sexually transmitted diseases.

Dermatology treatments address a wide range of diseases and conditions affecting the skin, hair, nails, and mucous membranes. Treatment methods vary depending on the type and severity of the condition.

Some commonly used dermatological treatment methods include:

• Skin biopsy

• Cryotherapy

• Electrocauterization

• Curettage and excision

• Laser treatment

• Light therapy (Phototherapy)

• Botox

• Filler applications

• Chemical peeling

• Mesotherapy

Botox (Botulinum toxin) is a commonly used injection procedure in dermatology. This treatment involves a protein derived from the bacterium Clostridium botulinum.

Cryotherapy is a treatment method used in dermatology and other medical fields based on the principle of destroying abnormal tissue by freezing. In this method, extreme cold is typically applied using substances such as liquid nitrogen or argon gas.

Mesotherapy can be used for the treatment of various skin problems and in cosmetic applications.

Skin biopsy is an important diagnostic method in dermatology. It is frequently used to differentiate between suspected skin cancer, inflammatory skin diseases, infections, and other skin lesions.

In dermatology, laser treatment is a modern and effective method used to address various skin issues. Lasers produce intense light at specific wavelengths, selectively targeting tissues in the skin. This allows the desired treatment to be performed without damaging surrounding tissues.

Chemical peeling is a commonly used skin rejuvenation method in dermatology. It is particularly effective in treating skin problems such as acne, acne scars, pigmentation spots, fine wrinkles, and uneven skin tone.

Filler applications are used in dermatology and aesthetic medicine. These treatments are performed to restore volume loss in the skin. They also reduce wrinkles and enhance facial contours. Fillers are administered through injections.

Curettage and excision are important surgical procedures used in dermatology for both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.

Curettage is a method primarily used to remove superficial skin lesions. In this procedure, a sharp-edged, spoon-shaped instrument called a curette is used to "scrape" off the lesion. Curettage is especially applied in the treatment of seborrheic keratosis and certain types of basal cell carcinoma.

Electrocauterization is a commonly used treatment method in dermatology. In this procedure, electrical energy is converted into heat energy to burn or destroy various skin lesions. It is particularly effective in treating benign skin lesions such as warts, skin tags (acrochordons), seborrheic keratosis, and actinic keratosis.

Phototherapy (light therapy) is a method used in dermatology to treat certain skin diseases. In this method, ultraviolet (UV) rays produced by special devices are applied to the affected skin areas.

Digital dermatoscopy is a modern technique used for the early diagnosis of skin cancer and monitoring of moles. Dermatoscopy is a microscopic method used to examine moles and pigmented skin lesions. In this method, the skin surface is examined in detail using a device called a dermatoscope, which provides illumination and magnification.