Dermatology & Skin Conditions

Dermatology is the study of medicine that focuses on diseases and issues pertaining to the skin, nails and hair. Houston Methodist dermatologists deliver specialty care to patients suffering from diseases or conditions affecting the skin. In addition to full outpatient care, dermatologists often conduct inpatient consults for skin irritations or infections, as well as perform innovative surgical and therapeutic treatments on patients with skin cancer or a variety of skin diseases.

 

Our dermatologists offer diagnosis and treatment of a variety of common and less common skin conditions. Dedicated to comprehensive treatment of the body's largest organ, our doctors work across all centers, departments and specialties to ensure patients get individualized care and treatment for their specific condition.

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Houston Methodist delivers specialty care to patients with diseases or conditions affecting the skin. We offer both outpatient services as well as inpatient consultations for a variety of skin conditions, including the following:

Skin Reactions

Skin reactions include a noticeable change in color, texture or sensitivity of the skin — for example becoming red, bumpy or itchy. Addressing the cause can help ease the symptoms of your skin reaction.

Skin Infections

If not treated appropriately or immediately, skin infections like cuts or rashes can become infected. Skin infections are identified by their cause, such as a staph infection, which can begin with a small cut, or a boil, which starts in a hair follicle or oil gland.

Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a common skin condition that results in a build up of thick, dry and itchy skin and can appear anywhere on the body, including the scalp. It is a chronic condition for which there is no cure. Treatments options, however, vary according to the severity of your condition and include topical medications, orals, injections, and light-box treatments. Working closely with your dermatologist and following prescribed, individualized treatment plans can help you manage your psoriasis.

Eczema

Eczema (also know as atopic dermatitis) is a chronic condition where your skin appears itchy and red or irritated. It is most common in infants and children, and is often outgrown, but can appear at any age. Flare-ups are not unusual and then subside. With the right treatment, Eczema can be managed.

Basal and Squamous Skin Cancers

Basal and squamous skin cancers are the most common form of all cancers. Both are caused by cumulative overexposure to the sun and most often appear on the head, neck or back of hands. Squamous-cell carcinoma (cancer) are more likely to grow into deeper layers of the skin and spread to other organs. Basal cell carcinoma, the most common type of skin cancer, does not often spread to other organs — it starts in the outermost layer of the skin, in the basal cells. Once removed, basal cell carcinoma can recur or appear in other areas on the body, so diligent observation and checkups are necessary.

Malignant Melanoma

Malignant melanoma is generated from similar pigment-making skin cells that make moles. Discoloration or changes in a mole's size or other skin pigmentation should be examined immediately by a dermatologist to determine whether it is benign (noncancerous) or malignant (cancerous). Melanoma is less common than basal and squamous cell cancers, but more dangerous — if not caught early it can spread to other organs. People exposed to natural or artificial sunlight (tanning beds) for long periods of time have an increased risk of melanoma. Other risk factors include having fair skin, a history of sunburns or a family history of melanoma or unusual moles.     
What You Need to Know About Melanoma

What You Need to Know About Melanoma

Not all skin cancer is created equal. Melanoma can hide from you, including in your hair and nails or hard to see locations. Early detection through self and professional examination on a monthly basis is very important.

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