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Snapping Your Way to Healthy Skin: A Guide to Taking Photos for Online Skin Consultations

Gone are the days when annoying commutes and packed waiting rooms were necessary for

expert  skin advice. Online dermatology consultations have revolutionised access to quality

care, offering convenience and  personalised solutions from the comfort of your own home.

But for the best online experience, capturing clear and accurate photos of your skin

Why Photographs Matter?

Think of  your  photos  as  the  dermatologist's eyes. Detailed  visuals  help  them assess your

skin accurately, diagnose effectively, and tailor treatment plans specifically for you.  So,  ditch

the blurry selfies and follow these simple tips for picture-perfect success.

Hello, This is Dr. Ruchir Shah, a dermatologist, from neodermatologist.com. In today’s blog I

will tell you about what to do and what not to do while taking photographs for online

consultation.

We also have sample photographs of fungal infection images, tinea corporis images,

alopecia images, pityriasis rosea images, vitiligo images, eczema skin images on our

website. Please click on the link - hyperlink insertion to explore these images.

There are multiple factors that affect photography and are to be kept in mind while taking

photographs for online consultation. I will discuss these factors as follows.

1 Resolution of camera

2 Avoid digital zoom in

3 Avoid filters/beautification

4 Flash

5 Background

6 Light

7 Angle

8 Distance

Different mobile devices are being used by people to take photographs.

The first and most important factor is the resolution of the camera. If you have a 1000*1000

camera resolution, then that literally means that there are 1000 horizontal and 1000 vertical

pixels that collectively make it 10 lacs pixels that equals 1 megapixel. One should use a high

resolution camera having at least 2 MP resolution or more to capture your skin disease

clearly. Make sure that the photographic size is 1 Mb or more.

Avoid digital zoom in: most of the smartphones provide the digital zoom in feature. Digital

zoom in should be avoided as it can reduce the pixels and eventually alter the camera

resolution and it can compromise image quality. Your skin disease may not be clearly

depicted in photos if you take photographs with digital zoom, it is advisable to go nearer and

capture close-up shots of the affected area rather than zooming.

Honesty is the best policy: Avoid filters/beautification of the photographs: The

dermatologist needs to see your skin as it truly is for accurate diagnosis and treatment. The

features that beautify the photographs should be avoided as it may alter the actual image

and eventually affects the diagnostic outcome. For example, if someone has acne breakouts

on their face and taking photographs for online consultation using the features that beautify

their image may actually make those acne disappear from the face as it gets beautified and

eventually alter the diagnostic outcome.

Should you keep the flash on or off while taking the photographs?

Well, I would say that you should keep the flash off while taking the photographs for online

consultation. As keeping the flash on may sometimes alter the image such as change in

colour of a lesion and sometimes the lesion itself may fade due to excessive light over the

lesion while taking photographs.

Background: background while taking the photographs should always be of single colour

and preferably bright colours. Dark coloured or multi-coloured backgrounds should be

avoided. It may alter the contrast of the actual image.

Light: Embrace natural light, Ditch the harsh flash and seek well-lit areas with diffused

sunlight (morning or afternoon). Avoid direct sunlight, which can create harsh shadows.

If natural light is scarce, use indirect artificial lighting from a lamp positioned slightly behind

you while taking the photographs for online consultation and not on the top or in front of the

camera as this can alter the actual image. Make sure that the affected area (face, legs,

hands, forearms, abdomen, back, scalp, inner parts, buttocks) is evenly illuminated.

Angle: Camera should be placed at 90 degrees to the surface of the affected area. Angle of

the camera should not be oblique as it may not capture your disease properly. So, make

sure that the camera angle is at 90 degrees to the surface of the affected area in other

words vertically placed.

Distance: distance is another important factor to focus on while taking photographs for

online consultation. Close up as well as distance photographs should be taken at least from

a 6 inch and 24 inch distance respectively. Close up photographs allow the examiner to have

a clear and closer view of the lesion itself which helps to diagnose the disease whereas

distance photograph includes context, capturing a wider shot showing the affected area in

relation to its surrounding skin helps to understand the part of the body of which the

photograph has been taken.

Last but not the least,

Clean the lens: A smudgy camera lens is a recipe for disaster. Ensure it's spotless for clear,

crisp images.

Steady your hand: Camera shake can blur details. Use a tripod or lean against a stable

surface for sharp photos.

By following these tips, you'll be snapping your way to a successful online skin consultation

and getting the expert advice you need for healthy, happy skin!

If you're unsure about any aspect of taking photos, don't hesitate to reach out to us on

neodermatologist.com for guidance. We will be happy to help you capture the best possible

images for your consultation by providing you with sample photographs of fungal infection

images, tinea corporis images, alopecia images, pityriasis rosea images, vitiligo

images, eczema skin images.

A clear and informative photograph is a window to your skin’s good health. Open the window

wide, take clear and informative photographs for successful online consultation.

Thank you

Comments

Ronak Shah

As a committed user of NoeDermatologist- in other words, an online skin clinic, I wish to express my appreciation for the exceptional online skin and hair care services your platform offers. The blog, 'How to Take Photographs for Dernatologist Consultation Online,' is truly insightful. This resource not only reflects your dedication to educating users but also emphasizes the practical steps for a successful online consultation with dermatologists. It's this meticulous attention to detail that sets NoeDermatologist apart, delivering not just excellent online consultation services but also valuable insights to enhance the user experience. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to providing top-notch dermatological care, including expert guidance through online consultation with dermatologists.

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