Dermatitis Diagnosis & Treatment
Not every skin condition has a clear name or predictable symptoms. General skin inflammation, rashes, and outbreaks can impact anyone, even those without chronic skin issues. Terms like “dermatitis” or “atopic dermatitis” cover a wide range of skin irritations, including occasional, recurring, or persistent dryness and flakiness. Whatever the cause or symptoms, Ganger Dermatology offers effective relief and expert care.
Identifying & Solving Skin Irritation
Dermatitis has many forms, but every form is inconvenient. Often resulting in dry, flaking, itching, or cracked skin, dermatitis can come and go, stick around for weeks, or pop up on a regular basis without a known cause. Thankfully, there are numerous treatment options for providing relief and preventing future outbreaks.
At Ganger Dermatology, we’ll start by listening to your medical history and symptoms. We’ll examine your rash and uncover the type of dermatitis you have. Afterward, we can prescribe a course of treatment or combination of treatments. These may include over-the-counter medications/creams, topical steroids, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory creams, oral medications, injectable medications, or light therapy.
Benefits of Dermatitis Treatment
- Reduced inflammation
- Reduced itching
- Quicker outbreaks
- Fewer outbreaks
- Safe & effective
- Convenient & at-home treatment options
- Lasting relief
- Improved confidence
Dermatitis FAQs
You’ve heard of other common skin conditions before, such as eczema, acne, psoriasis, rosacea, and shingles. Dermatitis, while including eczema, is a broad category of rashes and skin irritation. Dermatitis takes many forms and has many causes, including childhood or adult atopic dermatitis, nummular (or “coin-shaped”) eczema, hand eczema, contact dermatitis, stasis dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis, and many more.
If you suspect you’re suffering from a form of dermatitis, contact our Ann Arbor location today at (734) 344-4567 or find a Ganger Dermatology office near you.
If you’re experiencing persistent, recurring, or infrequent rashes without a known cause or relation to other chronic skin conditions, you may have a form of dermatitis. Common symptoms include dry skin, itchy skin, swelling, rashes, redness, blisters (sometimes oozing or crusting), dandruff, or thick, scaly skin.
At Ganger Dermatology, we can help you determine next steps and prescribe a course of action to provide relief.
Not every rash deserves immediate medical attention, but there are signs and symptoms that should encourage you to visit a dermatologist. If your rash becomes so inflamed that it causes a distraction, or if the pain becomes too great to ignore, you should seek professional medical treatment. Similarly, if you suspect your rash is infected or spreading, treatment may be required to prevent more dangerous symptoms.
Ditch the Mystery & Treat Your Rash!
Not every rash points to dermatitis, but with so many types of skin irritation and inflammation, identifying the cause can be challenging without expert help. At Ganger Dermatology, our team works closely with you to uncover the source of your rash and create a personalized treatment plan for lasting relief.
Though dermatitis may seem minor initially, untreated rashes can become painful and even lead to infections. Don’t wait—let our professionals assess and treat it promptly. Proudly serving Ann Arbor, Plymouth, and Wixom, MI, communities. Schedule your appointment today.
