Clinical Dermatology

Moles & Skin Lesions

Not all moles are harmless. Our dermatologists evaluate and treat suspicious or changing lesions with precision and care — including mole mapping, biopsies, and skin cancer screenings.

Hair loss can affect your confidence and quality of life — but you don’t have to face it alone. At South Florida Dermatology, we diagnose and treat all types of alopecia, from hormonal thinning to autoimmune patchiness, using personalized, evidence-based care.

Acne

Acne starts when oil and dead skin cells clog the skin’s pores. If germs get into the pores, the result can be swelling, redness, and pus. For most people, acne starts during the teen years. This is because hormone changes after puberty make the skin oilier.

Atopic Dermatitis

Atopic dermatitis is a long-lasting skin problem. It causes dry skin, intense itching, and then a red, raised rash. In severe cases, the rash forms clear, fluid-filled blisters. It cannot be spread from person to person.

Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Hidradenitis suppurativa is a chronic skin inflammation marked by the presence of blackheads and one or more red tender bumps (lesions). The lesions often enlarge, break open and drain pus. Scarring may result after several occurrences.

Actinic Keratosis

Actinic keratosis, also called solar or senile keratosis, is a precancerous skin condition that develops in sun-exposed skin, especially on the face, hands, forearms, and the neck.

Birthmarks

A birthmark is a colored mark on or under a newborn baby skin. Some birthmarks show up soon after a baby is born. Most birthmarks are obvious at birth.

Hyperpigmentation

Hyperpigmentation is caused by an increase in melanin, the substance in the body that is responsible for color (pigment).

Hypopigmentation (Vitiligo and Albinism)

Hypopigmentation is the result of a reduction in melanin production. Examples of hypopigmentation include vitiligo and albinism.

Molluscum Contagiosum

Molluscum contagiosum is a viral infection of the skin that causes small pearly or flesh-colored bumps. The bumps may be clear, and the center is often indented. The virus is easily spread but is not harmful.

Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a common and chronic condition that usually causes patches of itchy, scaly and sometimes inflamed skin. Although they can appear anywhere, these patches, called plaques, are most likely to crop up on your knees, elbows, hands, feet, scalp, or back.

Rosacea

Rosacea is a skin disease that causes redness and pimples on your nose, cheeks, chin, and forehead. The redness may come and go. People sometimes call rosacea “adult acne” because it can cause outbreaks that look like acne. It can also cause burning and soreness in the eyes and eyelids.