GENERAL DERMATOLOGY AT HUDSON, OH

Your skin, it's the largest organ in your body. Its function is to protect the internal body, regulate temperature, waterproof, and provide the first line of immunity against the environment and pathogens. Its study is called dermatology.Dermatology (from Greek derma, "skin") is a branch of medicine dealing with the skin, its structure, functions, and diseases, as well as its appendages (nails, hair, sweat glands). Dermatology is a diverse specialty encompassing disorders and diseases of the skin, mucous membranes, hair and nails, and a number of sexually transmitted diseases. Dermatologists deal with a wide variety of diseases including acne, warts, multiple inflammatory dermatoses, skin cancers, autoimmune diseases, occupational dermatoses, and contact dermatitis.