Children’s skin is not simply smaller adult skin. It has different moisture dynamics, a less developed barrier function, and a higher surface-area-to-weight ratio that affects how medication is absorbed. Treatments that are safe and appropriate for adults, including some topical steroids, certain antifungals, and several oral medications, need to be significantly adjusted in children and, in some cases, avoided entirely depending on age.

Dr. Suresh completed advanced pediatric dermatology training in the UK, specific, formal training in childhood skin diseases that goes beyond what standard dermatology residency covers. He sees children of all ages at Sure Skin Clinic, from infants with eczema to teenagers dealing with acne and warts. Parents often arrive having been through a GP or general pediatrician who has managed the condition for months without resolution; the step forward is usually a proper dermatological diagnosis followed by an age-appropriate plan.