Dermatologist: history and fun facts
Everything a curious kid might want to know about this job.
Did you know?
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Your skin is the biggest organ in your body. It works like a coat that you wear all day and all night!
Through history
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Long ago
People have studied skin for a very long time. Doctors slowly learned how to tell rashes and bumps apart, so they could help each person in the right way.
Tools of the trade
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Dermatoscope
This is a special magnifying glass. It helps the doctor see tiny details in a mole or spot, so they can check it carefully.
Words to know
- Rash
- A rash is an area of skin that looks red, bumpy, or different from usual. Dermatologists help figure out why it appeared and how to make it feel better.
Quiz time
Sunscreen can help protect your skin from the sun.
Your skin is made of bones.