Medical Disclaimer
Important information about the limitations of MySkinSage and when to seek professional medical care.
Last updated: January 1, 2025
⚠️ CRITICAL WARNING ⚠️
MYSKINSAGE IS NOT A MEDICAL DEVICE AND SHOULD NEVER REPLACE PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL CARE
DO NOT USE FOR:
- • Medical diagnosis or treatment decisions
- • Emergency medical situations
- • Replacing doctor consultations
- • Determining if treatment is needed
USE ONLY FOR:
- • Educational information only
- • General skin care guidance
- • Preparation for doctor visits
- • Learning about skin conditions
What MySkinSage IS NOT
Not a Medical Device
- • Not FDA approved or medically certified
- • Not validated for clinical use
- • Not regulated as medical equipment
Not Medical Advice
- • Cannot diagnose medical conditions
- • Cannot recommend specific treatments
- • Cannot assess medical urgency
System Limitations:
AI analysis is not equivalent to professional medical examination
Cannot detect all types of skin conditions or diseases
May not be accurate for all skin types, ages, or conditions
Cannot assess the severity or urgency of medical conditions
Does not consider your medical history or current medications
Cannot provide personalized medical treatment plans
May miss serious conditions that require immediate attention
Technical Limitations
- AI models are trained on specific datasets that may not represent all populations
- Image quality, lighting, and angle can affect analysis accuracy
- Cannot perform physical examination or assess texture, temperature, or pain
- May have reduced accuracy for certain skin tones or rare conditions
Medical Limitations
- Cannot diagnose medical conditions or diseases
- Does not consider patient history, symptoms, or context
- Cannot determine if a condition is benign or malignant
- Unable to assess the urgency or severity of conditions
Legal Limitations
- Not regulated as a medical device by health authorities
- Results cannot be used for medical insurance or legal purposes
- Not intended for use by healthcare professionals in clinical settings
- Users assume full responsibility for any decisions based on results
When to Seek Professional Medical Care
Emergency (Call Emergency Services)
- Severe allergic reactions (difficulty breathing, swelling)
- Signs of serious infection (fever, spreading redness, pus)
- Rapidly changing or growing lesions
- Severe burns or injuries
- Any life-threatening symptoms
Urgent (Within 24-48 hours)
- New or changing moles or lesions
- Persistent rash that's spreading
- Signs of infection (warmth, pain, discharge)
- Skin condition affecting daily activities
- Any concerning changes in existing conditions
Routine (Schedule appointment)
- Regular skin check-ups and screenings
- Chronic skin conditions needing management
- Cosmetic concerns or questions
- Preventive care and skin health education
- Follow-up for ongoing treatments
Your Responsibility as a User
What You Must Do:
- Consult healthcare professionals for medical concerns
- Use results only for educational purposes
- Seek immediate care for emergencies
- Make informed decisions about your health
What You Must NOT Do:
- Rely on AI analysis for medical decisions
- Delay medical care based on results
- Share results as medical advice
- Use for emergency situations
Legal Notice
By using MySkinSage, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this medical disclaimer. You assume full responsibility for any decisions you make based on information provided by our service. MySkinSage, its developers, and affiliated parties disclaim all liability for any health-related decisions or outcomes resulting from the use of this service. This disclaimer is part of our Terms of Service and is legally binding.