When to see a dermatologist

See a dermatologist for painful or scarring acne, spreading melasma, sudden hair loss, unexplained rash, wounds that do not heal, or a changing mole. Laser or injectables are not the starting point if the diagnosis is unclear. At Venezia Center, a visit with Dr. Reham Asaad places a device or treatment in its medical context. This article is educational and does not replace an examination. Content reviewed by Dr. Reham Asaad.