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9780781760584

Manual of Dermatologic Therapeutics With Essentials of Diagnosis

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  • ISBN13:

    9780781760584

  • ISBN10:

    0781760585

  • Edition: 7th
  • Format: Paperback
  • Copyright: 2006-11-15
  • Publisher: LWW
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Summary

Now in its thoroughly revised, updated Seventh Edition, this popular Spiral(R) Manual is a practical, accessible guide to the diagnosis and treatment of skin disorders. The book concisely but thoroughly outlines the pathophysiology, symptoms, clinical findings, assessment, and therapy of each disease and offers detailed guidelines for choosing among therapeutic options. Also included are step-by-step instructions for operative procedures and diagnostic and therapeutic techniques. A complete and up-to-date formulary provides information on medications and other products used in dermatology, including pharmacology and dosage. A color atlas section adds to the usefulness of this classic therapeutic text.

Table of Contents

Preface xi
Contributors xiii
Color Plate
I: COMMON DERMATOLOGIC DISEASES: DIAGNOSIS AND THERAPY
Acne
3(16)
Alopecia Areata
19(5)
Aphthous Stomatitis (Canker Sores)
24(7)
Bacterial Skin Infections
31(6)
Bites and Stings
37(6)
Burns
43(3)
Corns and Calluses
46(3)
Dermatitis/Eczema
49(16)
Atopic Dermatitis
49(6)
Circumscribed Chronic Dermatitis
55(1)
Contact Dermatitis
56(5)
Hand Dermatitis
61(1)
Nummular Dermatitis
62(3)
Diaper Dermatitis
65(2)
Drug Eruptions, Allergic
67(5)
Dry Skin (Chapping, Xerosis) and Ichthyosis Vulgaris
72(3)
Erythema Multiforme
75(5)
Erythema Nodosum
80(3)
Fungal Infections
83(11)
Candidiasis
83(2)
Dermatophyte Infections
85(5)
Tinea Versicolor
90(4)
Herpes Simplex
94(8)
Herpes Zoster And Varicella
102(9)
Hyperpigmentation and Hypopigmentation
111(7)
Immunocompromised Patients: Human Immunodeficiency Virus- and Non-Human Immunodeficiency Virus Positive
118(10)
Human Immunodeficiency Virus
118(7)
Immunocompromised Patients (Non-Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infected)
125(3)
Infestations: Pediculosis, Scabies, and Ticks
128(9)
Intertrigo
137(2)
Keloids and Hypertrophic Scars
139(4)
Keratoses
143(5)
Milia
148(1)
Molluscum Contagiosum
149(5)
Pityriasis Rosea
154(3)
Pruritus
157(7)
Psoriasis
164(10)
Rosacea and Perioral (Periorificial) Dermatitis
174(6)
Seborrheic Dermatitis and Dandruff
180(5)
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
185(14)
Genital Ulcer Disease
185(1)
Herpes Simplex
185(1)
Syphilis
185(3)
Chancroid
188(1)
Lymphogranuloma Venereum
189(1)
Granuloma Inguinale (Donovanosis)
190(1)
Urethritis, Cervicitis, and/or Vaginitis
191(1)
Chlamydia Infections and Nongonococcal Urethritis
191(1)
Gonorrhea
192(3)
Trichomoniasis
195(1)
Candida Albicans Infection
196(1)
Bacterial Vaginosis
196(1)
Infestations
197(1)
Pediculosis Pubis
197(1)
Scabies
197(1)
Other Viral Infections
197(2)
Warts and Condyloma Acuminata
197(1)
Molluscum Contagiosum
197(1)
Other Diseases
197(2)
Skin Cancer
199(11)
Skin Tags
210(2)
Sun Reactions and Sun Protection
212(9)
Ozone Layer
213(1)
Skin Types and Natural Protection
213(1)
Ultraviolet Index
214(1)
Indoor Tanning
214(1)
Reactions to Excess Ultraviolet Exposure
214(1)
Mild Sunburn
215(1)
Severe Sunburn
215(1)
Photoprotection
216(1)
Sunscreen Ultraviolet Light Absorption
216(1)
Specific Agents
216(1)
Sun Protection Factor
217(1)
Ultraviolet Protection Factor
217(1)
Method of Use
217(1)
Vehicle
218(1)
Adverse Effects
218(1)
General Guidelines for Sunscreen Use
218(1)
Dihydroacetone
219(1)
Future Directions in Sunscreen Development
219(2)
Urticaria
221(8)
Vascular Tumors and Malformations
229(4)
Warts
233(12)
II: PROCEDURES AND TECHNIQUES
Operative Procedures
245(10)
Biopsy
245(3)
Curettage
248(1)
Electrosurgery
249(2)
Cryosurgery
251(4)
Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques
255(12)
Cytologic Smears
255(1)
Fungal Scraping and Culture
255(2)
Wood's Light Examination
257(1)
Patch Testing
258(1)
Ultraviolet Light Therapy
259(3)
Photodynamic Therapy
262(5)
III: TREATMENT PRINCIPLES AND FORMULARY
Treatment Principles
267(6)
Dermatologic Prescriptions and Drug Costs
267(1)
Types of Topical Medications
267(1)
Amount to Dispense
268(1)
General Principles of Normal Skin Care
269(4)
Formulary
273(92)
Acne Preparations
273(7)
Anesthetics for Topical Administration
280(4)
Local Anesthetics
281(3)
Antihistamines
284(6)
Antiinfective Agents
290(25)
Antiinflammatory Agents
315(14)
Topical and Intralesional Corticosteroids
315(9)
Systemic Corticosteroids
324(5)
Antiperspirants and Treatment of Hyperhidrosis
329(2)
Antipruritic and External Analgesic Agents
331(4)
Cleansing Agents
335(2)
Cosmetics and Covering Agents
337(1)
Depilatories and Removal of Excessive Hair
338(2)
Dermatologic Topical Preparations and Vehicles
340(3)
Insect Repellents
343(1)
Keratolytic, Cytotoxic, and Destructive Agents
344(9)
Pigmenting and Depigmenting Agents, Sunscreens
353(3)
Wet Dressings, Baths, Astringents
356(1)
Wound Dressings
357(8)
Index 365

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