Dermatology patient education Topic Map
All dermatology patient-education articles Organized by topic — find articles by the question you have, not by table-of-contents scrolling. There are 9 articles completed, 8 categories growing. Each topic has its own "Common myths", "Evidence-based treatment" and "When to see a doctor" coverage.
Acne
Comedones, papules, cysts, nodules, scars — every aspect of acne: medications, myths, scar strategies.
Sunscreen · UV
SPF, PA, UVA, UVB, visible light, blue light, tinted sunscreen, pregnancy options — complete sunscreen guide.
Atopic Dermatitis · Eczema
Topical steroids, TCI (Protopic, Elidel), crisaborole, dupilumab, JAK inhibitor — complete treatment ladder from mild to severe.
- Atopic dermatitis overview — pathophysiology, diagnosis, severity
- AD topical treatment — moisturizer, steroid, TCI, PDE4, topical JAK
- AD systemic treatment — biologics, JAK inhibitors, phototherapy
- AD comorbidities & special populations — atopic march, mental health, pregnancy, infection
- Pediatric eczema — the dupilumab-infant era
Pigmentation · Brightening
Melasma, sun spots, freckles, Hori's macules, post-inflammatory marks — identification, treatment ladder, product ingredients.
Rosacea
Not an allergy, not Demodex — rosacea triggers, prescription drugs, laser options.
Hair Loss · Scalp
AGA, alopecia areata, telogen effluvium, postpartum shedding, female pattern hair loss — minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, JAK inhibitor treatment ladder.
Infections · Fungi · Viruses
Athlete's foot, nail fungus, ringworm, tinea capitis, warts, molluscum, shingles — infectious skin disease management.
Immune · Autoimmune
Psoriasis, urticaria, autoimmune disease — IL-17 / IL-23 / antihistamines / biologics complete treatment ladder.
- Psoriasis complete guide — subtypes, severity, triggers, diagnosis
- Psoriasis topical treatment — steroids, vitamin D, special sites
- Psoriasis systemic treatment — phototherapy, oral, biologics, Taiwan NHI
- Psoriasis comorbidities & special populations — PsA, CV, pregnancy, pediatric, nail, erythroderma
- 7 Psoriasis Myths — not tinea, not contagious, are biologics safe?
Topical & Prescription Drugs
Retinoids (tretinoin, retinol), azelaic acid, AHAs, salicylic acid, PHA, oral isotretinoin, antibiotics, biologics — full prescription drug review.
Important notice
All articles are for general education only. Individual evaluation, prescription, laser, or surgery must be assessed by a dermatologist in person. This site does not engage in medical advertising and does not recommend specific clinics or procedures.
About this site →Procedures / Surgery
Skin biopsy techniques, benign tumor excision, nail biopsy, post-op care — full workflow from diagnosis to treatment.