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1. • • Doctors can diagnose some skin problems by how they look. For other problems, they will use skin tests. Your doctor will first examine you and ask about your medical history. They may check to see if your skin problems may be caused by psoriasis or other chronic conditions.
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   How do doctors diagnose skin problems?

   • Doctors can diagnose some skin problems by how they look. For other problems, they will use skin tests. Your doctor will first examine you and ask about your medical history. They may check to see if your skin problems may be caused by psoriasis or other chronic conditions.

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   How does a GP diagnose a skin condition?

   • Your GP or dermatologist will perform a range of tests to diagnose your skin condition. And, not forgetting, a physical examination of your skin complaint. Many of these tests are standard diagnostic tools which are used to help determine the causes of any medical condition. They are tried and tested and very effective at doing so.

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   How do you know if you have a skin problem?

   • To check the distribution of a skin problem, the doctor often asks the person to undress completely, even though the person may have noticed an abnormality on only a small area of skin. If simply looking at the skin does not provide the doctor with a diagnosis, many tests to identify skin disorders are available.

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   How does a doctor check for psoriasis?

   • Your doctor will first examine you and ask about your medical history. They may check to see if your skin problems may be caused by psoriasis or other chronic conditions. Skin tests can help to diagnose allergies, infections, and other problems affecting the skin.

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   Why do you need a skin test?

   • They may check to see if your skin problems may be caused by psoriasis or other chronic conditions. Skin tests can help to diagnose allergies, infections, and other problems affecting the skin. They're are also used to tell the difference between malignant (cancerous) cells and benign (noncancerous) cells.

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   How does a dermatologist evaluate a rash?

   • The dermatologist will evaluate the cause of the rash by asking about your medical history and the products you use at home (for example, are you using any new cosmetics or cleaning products), or if you’ve tried any new foods, or medications or been in contact with foreign substances.

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   We'll show you a non-exclusive selection of some common skin conditions with the characteristics you have chosen: a dark blue box indicates a diagnosis is COMMON, light blue indicates it's UNCOMMON, and grey indicates a diagnosis is RARE. Click on IMAGE box for examples of the condition. To find out more about the condition, click on the BLUE box.

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   Oct 21, 2024 · Here are some signs you should seek medical advice: Severe or persistent rashes: If a rash doesn’t go away after a few days or gets worse, it’s worth consulting a GP. A rash that spreads quickly or is accompanied by other symptoms like fever may indicate an infection or allergic reaction. Unexplained skin changes: New or changing moles ...

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   Your GP or dermatologist will perform a range of tests to diagnose your skin condition. These include: Skin biopsy. Blood test. X-rays. MRI/CT scans. Allergy testing. Swab (taken from a sensitive area, e.g. the mouth) And, not forgetting, a physical examination of your skin complaint.

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   Doctors can identify many skin disorders simply by looking at the skin. A full skin examination includes examination of the scalp, nails, and mucous membranes. Sometimes the doctor uses a hand-held lens or a dermatoscope (which includes a magnifying lens and a built-in light) to better see the areas of concern.

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   Sep 15, 2023 · Doctors can diagnose some skin problems by how they look. For other problems, they will use skin tests. Your doctor will first examine you and ask about your medical history. They may check...

8. www.britishskinfoundation.org.uk › checking-your-skinChecking your skin - British Skin Foundation

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   If your GP is concerned, they can refer you for free through the NHS to a skin cancer specialist, usually a Consultant Dermatologist - an expert in diagnosing skin cancer. Examine all of your skin in a well lit room. 1. It's best to get someone to help you - they can see the areas you can't.

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   Sep 27, 2024 · How are skin rashes diagnosed and treated? The dermatologist will evaluate the cause of the rash by asking about your medical history and the products you use at home (for example, are you using any new cosmetics or cleaning products), or if you’ve tried any new foods, or medications or been in contact with foreign substances.