Skin Disorders West Des Moines IA

Find top doctors who perform Skin Disorders in West Des Moines, IA. Whether you’re seeking treatment or looking to schedule a preventative screening, we can connect you with the best dermatologists near you in West Des Moines, IA.

Local Businesses

Iowa Oral Maxillofacial

(515) 262-6035
3834 County Road A
Des Moines, IA 50317


Jeffrey Scott Carithers

515-277-5555
535 40Th St
Des Moines, IA 50312


Alan Koslow, M.D.

515-284-1976
974 73Rd Street,Suite 23
Des Moines, IA 50312


Ent Clinic Of Iowa Pc

(515) 288-8433
1000 N. Oak Avenue Marshfield Clinic
Des Moines, IA 50309


Carithers, Jeffrey S – Carithers & Koch Facial Plstc

(206) 467-1000
535 40Th St # 12
Des Moines, IA 50936


Porto Dennis P

(515) 222-0677
1000 North Oak Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50311


Broadlawns Medical Center

(515) 282-2331
1801 Hickman Rd
Des Moines, IA 50314


Randall Maharry

(515) 243-8676
1212 Pleasant St Ste 406
Des Moines, IA 50309


The Spa At The Firehouse

(515) 277-4984
535 40Th St
Des Moines, IA 50312


Bergman Cosmetic Surgery & Spa

(515) 222-1111
135 S Gibson St
Des Moines, IA 50312


Rinehart, Richard J – Iowa Head & Neck Assoc

(515) 274-9135
1000 N Oak Ave # 4A13F3
Des Moines, IA 50301


Radiant Complexions Clinic

(515) 287-5757
316 Vincent St
Des Moines, IA 50320


Vanderlinden, Sandy – Carithers & Koch Facial Plstc

(206) 624-3561
535 40Th St # 12
Des Moines, IA 50936


Midwest Plastic Surgery

1-515-244-6205
411 Laurel Street Suite 1300
Des Moines, IA 50314


Vanderlinden, Sandy – Carithers & Koch Facial Plstc

(515) 277-5555
1000 North Oak Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50301


Douglas Scott Parks

515-267-1776
1200 Pleasant St
Des Moines, IA 50309


Ronald Steven Bergman

(515) 222-1111
2000 Grand Ave
Des Moines, IA 50312


Scott Shumway

(515) 247-8400
1840 Post Rd Ste 7
Des Moines, IA 50314


Bregman Cosmetic Surgery

1-515-222-1111
2000 Grand Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50312


Lin, Ian – Des Moines Orthopedic Surgeons

(515) 263-9696
1301 Pennsylvania Ave, #213
Des Moines, IA 50316


Skin Disorders FAQ in West Des Moines, IA

What are 5 physical signs of stress?

Diffculty breathing. Panic attacks. Blurred eyesight or sore eyes. Sleep problems. Fatigue. Muscle aches and headaches. Chest pains and high blood pressure. Indigestion or heartburn.

What skin disorder is often life threatening?

Toxic epidermal necrolysis is a life-threatening skin disorder characterized by a blistering and peeling of the skin. This disorder can be caused by a drug reaction—often antibiotics or anticonvulsives.

What are the four types of skin infections?

Bacterial skin infections. Bacterial skin infections often begin as small, red bumps that slowly increase in size. Viral skin infections. Viral skin infections are caused by a virus. Fungal skin infections. Parasitic skin infection.

What does skin cancers look like?

It might look skin coloured, waxy, like a scar or thickened area of skin that’s very slowly getting bigger. You might also see small blood vessels.

What is a fatal skin disease?

Pemphigus vulgaris (PV) Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) Toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome (SSS)

What are the 4 signs of melanoma?

Asymmetry. One part of a mole or birthmark doesn’t match the other. Border. The edges are irregular, ragged, notched, or blurred. Color. Diameter. Evolving.

How many types of skin disorders are there?

Acne (Acne vulgaris) Acne, the most common skin disorder in the U.S., can be a source of anxiety for every teen. Atopic dermatitis (Eczema) Shingles (Herpes Zoster) Hives (Urticaria) Sunburn. Contact Dermatitis. Diaper Rash. Rosacea.

What does AK mean in skin?

Actinic keratoses are scaly spots or patches on the top layer of skin. With time they may become hard with a wartlike surface. An actinic keratosis (ak-TIN-ik ker-uh-TOE-sis) is a rough, scaly patch on the skin that develops from years of sun exposure.

What are the 4 main skin types?

There are four basic types of healthy skin: normal, dry, oily and combination skin.

What is a psychosomatic rash?

Stress rashes often appear as raised red bumps called hives. They can affect any part of the body, but often a stress rash is on the face, neck, chest or arms. Hives may range from tiny dots to large welts and may form in clusters. They may be itchy or cause a burning or tingling sensation.

What happens if a skin infection goes untreated?

Left untreated, the infection can spread to the lymph nodes and bloodstream and rapidly become life-threatening.