Dermatovenereologist

Dermatology is the branch of medicine that studies diseases of the skin and its appendages

A dermatovenereologist is a specialist trained in diagnosing and treating sexually transmitted infections and skin diseases, as well as in preventing them.

When to make an appointment

The work of a dermatovenereologist covers the female and male genitals, hair, skin, and nails.

warts, herpes, HPV
psoriasis
acne
neurodermatitis and allergic dermatitis

skin infections
cosmetic skin problems
hepatitis C and B
fungal infections

Venereologist

Unusual symptoms, discomfort, and rashes can be signs of complex diseases that should be treated only by specialists.

chlamydia
gonorrhea
trichomoniasis
ureaplasmosis

mycoplasmosis
gardnerellosis
prostatitis
sexual dysfunction

Diagnostics with a dermatovenereologist

A visit to this specialist involves certain tests, on the basis of which an accurate diagnosis is made. Tests relevant to a dermatovenereologist visit include the following:

Blood

Blood testing for allergens, antigens, and antibodies. Because the number of possible allergens is huge, laboratories group them into so-called panels.

Microscopy

Swab for flora, microscopy, PCR. Microbiology, meaning a culture for flora with testing of sensitivity to antifungal medications and antibiotics.