Synopses & Reviews
This is an introduction to dermatology that assumes a general understanding of medicine, but no specialist knowledge. The book provides the essential core of knowledge to which more detailed information can be added. It can be used for reference by general practitioners and doctors in other specialties. The discussion of common conditions before introducing more complex diseases makes it very suitable for teaching medical and nursing students.
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Synopsis
This is an introduction to dermatology that assumes a general understanding of medicine, but no specialist knowledge. The book provides the essential core of knowledge to which more detailed information can be added. It can be used for reference by general practitioners and doctors in other specialties. The discussion of common conditions before introducing more complex diseases makes it very suitable for teaching medical and nursing students.
Table of Contents
Introduction.
Psoriasis.
Treatment of psoriasis.
Eczema and dermatitis.
Treatment of eczema and inflammatory dermatoses.
Rashes with epidermal changes.
Rashes arising in the dermis.
Blisters and pustules.
Leg ulcers.
Acne and rosacea.
The hair and the scalp.
Diseases of the nails.
Lumps and bumps.
The sun and the skin.
Black spots in the skin.
The skin and systemic disease.
Cutaneous immunology.
Bacterial infections.
Viral infections.
AIDS and the skin.
Fungal and yeast infections.
Insect bites and infestations.
Tropical dermatology.
Practical procedures and where to use them.
Dermatology in general practice.
Formulary