Although the different types of childhood skin conditions are varied, many can cause discomfort, look unsightly, and even negatively impact self-confidence for people suffering with them. This can be very concerning for patients, as well as for their parents.
Whatever the condition, Derma’s expertise in diagnosing and treating childhood skin conditions offers the gold standard in care, with access to the latest research and treatment methods; as well as resources to support patients and their families.
Childhood Skin Problems
While common in all ages of children, skin problems can be a worry for you and upsetting for your child. At Derma, our dermatologists have helped children with a fast diagnosis and effective treatment for common childhood skin conditions.
Types of Childhood Skin Problems
Acne
Acne is a very common condition that affects most adolescents and can also occur in adults.
Eczema
While there are multiple forms of eczema, the most common form is atopic eczema (also known as atopic dermatitis).
Infantile Seborrhoeic Dermatitis
Infantile seborrhoeic dermatitis (which may also be known as ISD or cradle cap) is a skin condition that occurs in babies.
Molluscum Contagiosum
Molluscum contagiosum is a viral skin infection that presents similarly to acne; however, it is contagious.
Strawberry Haemangioma
Sometimes also called a strawberry birthmark, it occurs when a group of blood vessels becomes tangled in, or under a baby’s skin.
Viral Exanthem
An exanthem is a rash on the skin, caused by the infection of certain types of viruses.
Warts and Verrucae
Warts are growths of tough skin caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV).
Related Specialists at Derma
Dr Rima Clayton
Consultant Dermatologist
General dermatologyPaediatric dermatologySkin surgery
Founder of Derma Reading, seeing adults and children, with a particular interest in skin cancer and skin surgery.
Dr Inge Kreuser-Genis
Consultant Dermatologist
General dermatologyPaediatric dermatologySkin surgery
Specialist interests in paediatric and vulval dermatology.