Dermatologists should be sensitive to any patient's needs, although for the reasons below , a paediatric dermatologist needs a unique approach. Their skin may be similar in a medical sense but children and adults are not the same.
Helping children gain confidence matters, to deal with their skin condition in a positive way. The approach of a good children’s dermatologist encourages this, alongside their choices on diagnosis and treatment.
Our dermatologists focus on non invasive investigations and on understanding how children feel about the care they are receiving as a part of promoting confidence and belief.
Tretement is supported by the state of art equpment, they may use a digital, confocal, microscope, in preference to a biopsy, or finely targeted laser treatment instead of a scalpel. Dermatologists should appreciate that what seems minor inconvenience to an adult is not to a child.
Paediatric Care
At House of Dermatology Clinic, we are leaders in the treatment of all skin issues. The great experience in medical treatment for more than 20 years and the more than 600 new cases of skin disease treated every year support us. Common skin conditions in children include eczema, nappy rash, dandruff, MCs (Molluscum Contagiosum), warts, and autoimmune disorders
Infectious Diseases
Infectious childhood diseases include measles, chickenpox, impetigo, ringworm. Many reach beyond the skin, although evidence there provides a good route for diagnosis.
Other rashes can have viral causes, or come through toxins, allergic reaction, drugs. In rarer cases, autoimmune disease, or an animal borne infection.
Too much time in the sun can cause problems, now, or long in the future. You may wish to see a video young children will appreciate on staying safe in the sun, along with tips for all ages. Skin cancer is rare in children but the seeds can be sown.
Hives, or urticaria, is more common, generally from an allergic reaction. Eczema is another prevalent issue, which may vanish from a child’s life as they grow but not always. Paediatric dermatologists also treat psoriasis, by no means solely an adult disease.
Acne is for later years and almost inescapable for teenagers. For a few, this can be serious and deserve dedicated acne treatment, to prevent current misery, or future scarring.
A similar principle applies in most areas. The key to children’s dermatology in our clinics is to separate natural parts of childhood, from more concerning conditions. Whether through sudden onset, or longer term, such as birthmarks, or pigmentation issues.
Auto-Immune Disorders
Auto-Immune disorders in childeren occur when the immune system mistkenly attacks healty cells, often driven by a combation of genetics and environmental triggers. Few examples are Vitiligo, Psoriasis, Lupus and Xeroderma pigmentosa.
Diagnosis & Treatment
Early and accurate diagnosis has a dual benefit. Children and their parents often have less to worry about, in cases where there is a serious condition, prompt treatment is often the best treatment.
Skin Care Network is unusual in the private sector. Our dermatologists have all been trained to diagnose and treat children, we have the policies and expert care in place, to ensure their skin problems can be properly addressed.
Neither is diagnosis limited due to age. Alongside experience, the latest equipment and our in house laboratory play a part for children, as well as adults. Skilled paediatric dermatologists can adjust options to suit children, such as allergy patch testing.
Treatment naturally depends on diagnosis. In many cases, avoidance of potential irritants can help, or safe, common medication, such as antihistamines. Where more complex support is needed, this is readily available.
Children’s dermatology in Pakistan is an integral part of our services. Every child will be seen by a consultant dermatologist and offered all the support they need. Parents are well assured and properly guided in detail regarding the treatment plan for complex issues.
