Disorders of the scalp, hair and nails can be caused by different reasons, but they can often cause patients to feel self-conscious, and have a negative impact on an individual’s psychological well-being.
Derma’s expertise in treating disorders of the skin and nails offers the gold standard in care, with access to the latest research and treatment methods; as well as resources to support patients managing symptoms in all different stages.
Hair and Nail Disorders
While fungal skin conditions can usually be managed with over-the-counter treatment available at the chemist, it’s often necessary to treat fungal nail infections with prescription medications, and in severe cases, some or all of an affected nail may need to be removed.
There are several different types of alopecia, which may determine whether the condition is temporary or permanent, as well as its treatment.
Types of Hair and Nail Disorders
Alopecia
Alopecia is the medical term for hair loss, which can range from small patches to widespread hair loss all over the body.
Fungal Nail Infection
Fungi, the plural of fungus, are microscopic organisms that live everywhere – in plants, soil, and even on your skin.
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Dr Charles Archer
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Dr Sanju Arianayagam
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Dr Rima Clayton
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Dr Rachel Fisher
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Dr Sabrina Khan
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Specialist interest in vulval dermatology, and lead for the Oxford NHS vulval service.
Dr Inge Kreuser-Genis
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Specialist interests in paediatric and vulval dermatology.
Dr Antonia Lloyd-Lavery
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Professor Rubeta Matin
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Dr John Reed
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Dr Isabelle Vandormael
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