Pediatric dermatology is a subspecialty of dermatology that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of skin-related issues in infants, children, and adolescents. This specialty requires additional training that allows experts to understand the specific needs of pediatric patients.
This specialty might be needed in the following scenarios, among others:
- Autoimmune skin diseases
- Eczema diaper dermatitis
- Genetic skin disorders
- Hair and nail disorders
- Psoriasis allergic skin reactions
- Skin infections