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Skin is your largest organ, weighing in at an average of nine pounds and covering a whopping 21 square feet. The sheer amount of skin on your body leaves ample opportunity for common skin conditions to crop up.
To combat the discomfort and appearance of common skin conditions in Bensalem, seek the expert care of Dr. Imran Amir at City Dermatology Skin Institute. He treats all manner of skin problems for patients in the greater Philadelphia area.
If your skin is under attack, call for immediate and effective treatment, or use the online booking tool to schedule an appointment.
City Dermatology Skin Institute
Imran Amir, MD
Cosmetic Surgeon & Dermatologist
Bensalem, PA
Common Skin Conditions Q&A
Why is my skin under attack?
Your skin’s primary role is to act as a shield between you and the outside world, and it does a remarkably good job protecting you from injury, infection, and more. As with any good frontline soldier, however, battle wounds come with the territory.
Your skin is assaulted from every angle: from the elements, from bacteria, and whatever else the world has to throw at it. By putting itself in the line of fire, skin conditions can, and do, arise fairly frequently. In addition, some skin problems signal that something’s wrong on the inside, meaning the skin condition is simply a symptom of something much larger at play.
Whatever the issue, you should not take skin conditions lightly. Whether they’re an annoyance or an aesthetic problem, it bears closer study by an expert such as Dr. Amir.
What are the most common skin conditions?
There are hundreds of conditions that can affect your skin, but the most common reasons for visiting Dr. Amir are:
- Rashes
- Eczema
- Psoriasis
- Acne
- Hives
- Warts
- Fungus
- Moles
- Skin tags
- Skin discoloration
- Excessive sweating
When should I consider treatment for my skin conditions?
Tending to a skin condition at an early stage will make it easier to treat and minimize lasting skin damage, including scarring and discoloration. If a condition is already in a middle or later stage, the patient must immediately get treatment to prevent further skin damage and complications. We encourage you to come to us for treatment the moment you notice skin irregularities.
What should I expect during my consultation?
Next, Dr. Amir will recommend treatment options for your skin condition. He will design a treatment plan to achieve the best results. It’s important that you understand the treatment plan, so make sure to ask questions.
How are skin conditions treated?
The answer to this question depends entirely upon Dr. Amir’s diagnosis. After a thorough examination and testing, if needed, Dr. Amir reviews your treatment options.
If your skin condition is the primary problem, he generally prescribes and recommends one, or a combination of, the following:
- Medications
- At-home care instructions
- Lifestyle modifications
If your skin has been infected by bacteria, fungus, or a virus, the first order of business is to get rid of the offending invader. Dr. Amir typically does this with antibiotics. While the antibiotic goes to work, Dr. Amir instructs you on how to best take care of the skin condition itself, for example through special washing or creams.
If your skin condition is a symptom of something larger, Dr. Amir treats the visible symptoms on your skin while he investigates the underlying cause in order to treat that as well.
To learn more about how Dr. Amir effectively relieves common skin conditions, call City Dermatology Skin Institute, or use the online booking tool to schedule a visit.
How Much will it cost to improve my skin?
The price of treating your common skin condition(s) will depend on the extent of your treatment. Severe and complex skin conditions may require a combination of procedures, while mild skin irritation can often be resolved with less intensive interventions. Once Dr. Amir has assessed your concerns and developed your customized treatment protocol, the details of your procedure(s), including the associated costs, will be reviewed with you.
Schedule a Consultation
Not only can common skin conditions cause discomfort, but they often cause self-consciousness and emotional distress. The good news is that Dr. Amir can provide solutions for a range of skin concerns. Contact our office to schedule a consultation for treatment of your common skin condition in Bensalem today, so our dedicated team can help you look and feel your best.
Your Common Skin Conditions treatment will be performed in Dr. Amir‘s surgery center located in Bensalem.