You should consider seeing a dermatologist if you experience:

• Persistent or severe eczema, acne, or psoriasis.
• Skin growths, moles, or lesions that change in shape, colour, or bleed.
• Recurrent skin, hair, or nail infections.
• Unexplained rashes, pigmentation, or allergies.
• Hair loss or scalp conditions that worsen over time.

For mild or temporary issues like sunburn, insect bites, or simple dryness, basic home care may be enough.

Most cases are diagnosed clinically by a dermatologist, and tests are only needed in some cases:

• Patch test - identifies allergens that may trigger eczema.
• Blood test - checks for food or environmental allergies.
• Skin microscopy - rules out fungal infections or scabies.
• Skin biopsy - confirms eczema and excludes other conditions.

At TSN Dermatology, treatment is personalised and may include:

• Education - skincare guidance, moisturisers, and trigger avoidance.
• Topical therapy - steroid/non-steroid creams, ointments, lotions, and wet wrap therapy.
• Phototherapy - narrowband UVB treatment for extensive eczema.
• Oral medications - from steroids to newer JAK-inhibitors.
• Biologics - targeted therapy such as Dupilumab (Dupixent), proven safe and effective.

Mohs Micrographic Surgery is most suitable for:

• Skin cancers on the face, scalp, neck, hands, feet, and genital areas.
• Large, deep, or ill-defined skin cancers.
• Aggressive cancers identified on biopsy.
• Recurrent skin cancers that have returned after previous treatment.
• Patients with lowered immunity who have higher risk of recurrence.

This technique is especially recommended when it’s important to remove all cancer cells while keeping as much healthy skin as possible.