Skin checks are performed to assess pigmented and non pigmented skin lesions often with the use of a dermatoscope to assess structures and colours that may not be visible to the naked eye or under natural light. Most skin lesions are benight freckles and moles however new, evolving or scab like lesions that keep returning require proper assesment and in some cases a biopsy or surgical removal for diagnostic testing.

 

Lumps and bumps are common skin concerns and can vary in size, shape and sensation depending on the type of lump or bump, the most common types include cyst, boils, ipoma, scar tissue, dermatofibroma, keratosis pilaris, folliculitis, cherry angiomas, sebacious hyperplasia, warts and ganglions.

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Eczema (atopic dermatitis) is a common chronic skin condition that presents as patches of red, dry, itchy and inflammed skin. During severe flare up the skin can crack, weep and form a crust or scab and lead to permanent skin changes over time. Eczema can be treated with over the counter medicines and topical creams and in some cases may require prescription treatments or a referral to a Dermatologist for specialist restricted interventions.

Dermatitis (other) including contact dermatitis and seborrheic dermatisits are common skin condition that can be chronic or acute and presents as patches of red, dry, itchy and inflammed skin similar to eczema. Contact dermatitis is caused by an allergy or irritant that has come in "contact" with the skin and can also present with blisters. Seborrheic dermatitis (dandruff) causes skin to flake or peel commonly affecting the scalp, face and chest. Dermatitis can be treated with over the counter medicines and topical creams and in some cases may require prescription treatments or a referral to a Dermatologist for specialist restricted interventions.
 

Psoriasis is a common chronic skin condition that presents as patches of red, dry, itchy, scaley inflammed and sore skin. Psoriasis can also affect nails and joints (psoriatic arthritis). 

During severe flare up the skin can crack, weep and form a crust or scab and lead to permanent skin changes over time. Psoriasis can be treated with over the counter medicines and topical creams and in some cases may require prescription treatments or a referral to a Dermatologist for specialist and restricted interventions.

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Rosacea is a common chronic skin condition that presents as facial redness, visible facial blood vessels, thick and inflammed skin and can bumpy patches or pimples. Rosacea can present with a stinging or burining sensation and become quite sensitive or painful. Rosacea can be treated by avoiding triggers (spicy foods, alcohol, hot and cold temperatures, stress and vasodilator medications), or with over the counter medicines and topical creams and in some cases may require prescription treatments or a referral to a Dermatologist for specialist interventions.

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Acne is a common chronic skin condition that presents as mild or non inflammatory acne involving whiteheads and black heads only, moderate inflammatory acne involving papules, pustules or  severe inflammatory acne involving nodules and cysts. Acne can also be hormonal, drug related or infective acne. Moderate to severe forms of acne can be quite painful and debilitating, mild acne can be treated with over the counter topical products, moderate acne may also require antibiotics or prescription topical products and severe acne may require a Dermatologist referral for specialist interventions.

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Vitiligo is a chronic skin condition that often presents as patchy depigmentation (skin colour loss) anywhere on the body, scalp hair and inside the mouth. Vitiligo is caused by the bodies immune system attacking the melanocytes (pigment skin cells) causing the loss of pigment and often more noticable in darker skin types. Treatments may include temporary or permanent camoflage for mild cases, pigment restoration procedures or topical therapies in mild cases or depigmentation procedures in moderate to severe cases. Vitiligo is a complex condition to treat and may require a Dermatologist referral for specialist interventions.

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Hyperhidrosis is an overactive eccrine gland (sweat gland) disorder where the body sweats more and than usual and often affects the axilla (armpits), palms and soles of your feet. Hyperhidrosis can lead to other health complications if left untreated andmay begin to impact on peoples professional, social and personal lives. Hyperhidrosis can be treated with special antipersperant deoderants, medications or referral to a Dermatologist referral for specialist interventions.

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Alopecia and hair loss conditions include androgenic alopecia (genetic), alopecia areata (autoimmune), scarring alopecia (scar tissue replaces hair folicle), traction alopecia (tight hairstyles) telogen effluvium (stress/shock) and trichotillomania (hair-pulling disorder). Common treatable causes of hairloss includes hormonal changes, medical conditions, medications, stress, nutrition deficiencies, and excessive heat, colouring and styling. Proper assessment and diagnosis is required to identify the correct hairloss cause and best treatment options or referral to a Dermatologist referral for specialist interventions.

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Hirsutism is an excessive hair growth condition that involves dark coarse hairs growing on a womans body including the face (upper lip, chin and jaw), chest, back, abdomen, buttocks and inner thighs. Hirsutism is often linked to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), adrenal gland disorders, medications and genetics. Hirsutism can be treated with hair removal procedures at home (shave, wax, creams) referral to a Dermatologist referral for specialist interventions.