ABC of Dermatology, 5th Edition

by Paul K. Buxton (Consultant Dermatologist, Hampshire ); Rachael Morris-Jones (King's College Hospital, London )

• ISBN13: 9781444312386
• ISBN10: 1444312383
• Format: eBook
• Copyright: 2009-04-01
• Publisher: BMJ Books

Summary

With over 250 full colour illustrations the new 5th edition of the bestselling ABC of Dermatology covers the diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions for the non-dermatologist. It sets out the main types of clinical change that occur in and on the skin, and relates this to specific skin conditions and underlying pathological changes. It then summarises the relevant pathological processes, diagnostic features and learning points. The types of treatment are clearly differentiated - between those suitable for the patient to obtain 'off the shelf', on prescription, and in specialist units.The ABC of Dermatology provides the core knowledge of diagnosis and therapy of common conditions and the general principles of skin condition management. Including new chapters on drug rashes, connective tissue disease, skin tumours, practical procedures, laser treatments and a practical guide to dressings and bandages, this highly illustrated ABC is the perfect learning partner for GPs, GP registrars, junior doctors, medical students and primary care nurses.

Table of Contents

Introduction

Psoriasis

Management of psoriasis

Eczema

Urticaria, angioedema

Skin and photosensitivity

Inflammatory dermatoses - Drug rashes

Inflammatory dermatoses - Immunobullous disease and other blistering

disorders

Inflammatory dermatoses - Vasculitis and connective tissue disease

Skin and underlying disease

Leg ulcers and lymphodema

Acne and rosacea

Bacterial infections

Viral infections

HIV and the skin

Fungal infections

Insect bites and infestations

Tropical dermatology

Hair and scalp

Nails

Benign skin tumours

Premalignant and Malignant skin tumours

Practical procedures

Lasers, intense pulsed light and photodynamic therapy

Dressings and Bandages

Formulary

Index

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