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Medical Dermatology
Skin Conditions
Our providers treat a wide range of skin conditions. Whether acute or chronic, malignant or benign, medically necessary or cosmetic, Southern Illinois Dermatology is prepared to provide expert dermatological care. Common conditions or concerns our team regularly addresses for our clients include:
- Acne
- Eczema
- Psoriasis
- Atopic and contact dermatitis
- Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating)
- Fungal or viral infections that cause skin, nail, or hair issues
- Skin discoloration from age spots, melasma, vitiligo, and more
- Raised growths or bumps such as moles, papules, warts, keratoses, and more
- Redness or blood vessel irregularities due to rosacea, telangiectasis, and more
- Scarring from keloids, severe acne, previous procedures, and more
- Skin cancers including basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, melanoma and other rare forms of skin cancer
This is just a short list of the numerous conditions treated by our expert dermatological providers. Ultimately, the Southern Illinois Dermatology team is dedicated to providing the best possible care to any skin, hair, or nail concerns impacting your health, comfort, appearance, and quality of life.
Skin Cancer
Skin cancer is an abnormal growth of skin cells typically caused by exposure to the sun’s harmful rays. Skin cancer comes in many forms, but if it is caught early, can be a highly treatable condition.
At Southern Illinois Dermatology, we can diagnose and treat various types of skin cancer, such as basal cell carcinoma (BCC), squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), and melanoma.
If you are concerned about skin spots or discoloration, reach out to us to schedule an appointment.
Treatments
Our treatment options are just as varied as the many conditions our offices support. We take pride in tailoring each intervention and care plan to the unique needs of each patient. In general, our options for dermatologic interventions may include:
- Medications
- Dermatologic procedures
- Dermatologic surgery
- Ultraviolet Light Therapy
- Superficial Radiation Therapy
- Laser Treatments
- Cosmetic procedures
- Other minimally invasive approaches
After meeting with one of our providers, they will explain their specific treatment recommendations so you can understand your options and how they plan to address your needs.
Superficial Radiation Therapy
Southern Illinois Dermatology offers Superficial Radiation Therapy (SRT) using the industry-leading technology of GentleCure’s Image-Guided SRT. GentleCure is widely regarded as the gold-standard approach for skin cancer treatment. SRT is a type of radiation that uses low levels of X-ray energy to kill skin cancer cells. If you are diagnosed with skin cancer, our Southern Illinois team will walk you through the process of reviewing your diagnosis, discussing your goals for treatment, and determining if GentleCure SRT is right for you.
Preventative Care
Even if you don’t have any immediate symptoms, regular visits with your dermatologist can help to detect potential concerns early or prevent future issues altogether. Preventative care includes a skincare routine including protecting your skin from the sun and other harmful elements, routine checkups and skin screenings, diagnostic tests and risk factor awareness. Depending on your unique personal or family medical history, your physician will recommend one or a combination of these preventative approaches.