Full Description
This book presents 15 cases as studies in how to reach a diagnosis from a presenting patient. It covers 15 major topics in clinical dermatology as a succinct reference for dermatology clinicians in practice, also offering a concise revision guide for those in training, from medical students and resident physicians preparing for higher examinations to established physicians in their continuing professional development.
Covers essential points in clinical dermatology for practice and training or revision and review for boards or certification.
Presents a succinct resource for dermatologists, family physicians, and other professionals with an interest in problems of the skin, nails, and hair.
Offers a one-stop guide to 15 core topics.
Contents
Preface.
List of Contributors.
Acknowledgments.
1. Comedones and inflammatory papules on the face. 2. Red gritty spots. 3. Itchy red rash on elbows and back of knees. 4. Soft subcutaneous nodule with central dark punctum. 5. Asymmetric brown to black variegated macule with irregular borders. 6. Erythematous excoriated pruritic papules. 7. Hypopigmented coalescing oval shaped macules with fine scaling. 8. Scaly annular lesions. 9. Red and tan macules and patches. 10. Patches of hair loss. 11. Diffuse erythematous patches and plaques with mild lichenification. 12. Itchy red spots on torso and arms. 13. Well-defined chalky white macules and patches. 14. Red scaly spots. 15. Painful erythematous nodules.
Index.
