Full Description
This text fills the gap between medical specialties in this topic, covering the dermatological diseases appearing during or affected by pregnancy; it also looks at safe drug usage and the cosmetic and aesthetic concerns of the pregnant woman. Most of the conditions discussed require a combined approach and treatment by the dermatologist and gynecologist and obstetrician, and this text establishes a united therapeutic approach for all practitioners.
Fills the gap between the various specialties involved in managing skin diseases in pregnant patients
Offers a unified approach for all health professionals managing pregnant patients
Presents a practical and detailed clinical resource
Contents
List of contributors.
1. Normal changes in the skin during pregnancy. 2. Inflammatory dermatoses during pregnancy: Papulosquamous disease and Eczema. 3. Specific dermatoses of pregnancy. 4. Vesiculobullous diseases and pregnancy. 5. Pigmentary disorders in pregnancy. 6. Disorders of hair in pregnancy and postpartum. 7. Acne and rosacea during pregnancy. 8. Melanocytic Nevi and melanoma in pregnancy. 9. Common Infections and Infestations during pregnancy. 10. Connective Tissue Diseases and Pregnancy. 11. Sexually transmitted diseases in pregnancy. 12. Striae Gravidarum and their management. 13. Keloids during pregnancy. 14. Safety of Dermatological Drugs in Pregnancy and in Lactation. 15. Cosmetics and cosmeceuticals in pregnancy. 16. Office procedures during pregnancy: chemical peels, lasers, physical therapies. 17. Approach to a pregnant woman with skin lesions.
Index.
