Angiokeratoma of the Scrotum

Diseases of Skin by King George's Medical University

This note covers the following topics: Ectodermal Dysplasia, Hypohidrosis, Onychodysplasia, Hypotrichosis, Lichen Planus, Oral manifestations, Histopathological features, Immunoflorescence, Malignant transformation, Lupus Erythematosus, Discoid Lupus Erythematosus, Histopathologic features.

Author(s): Prof. Shaleen Chandra

116 Pages

Your Dermatology Pocket Guide Common skin conditions explained

This PDF covers the following topics related to Dermatology : The structure and function of the skin, Taking a history, Examining the skin and describing lesions, Common skin conditions in adults, Common skin conditions in both adults and children, Practical advice on topical treatments.

Author(s): Janice Bianchi, Barbara Page, Sheila Robertson

118 Pages

Psoriasis Assessment and Management of Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a common, chronic disease, which for many people, is associated with profound functional, psychological and social morbidity and important comorbidities. This guideline aims to provide clear recommendations on the assessment and management of psoriasis for all people with psoriasis.

Author(s): National Center for Biotechnology Information, USA

NA Pages

Your Dermatology Pocket Guide Common skin conditions explained

This booklet can be used by any clinician who wishes to develop their knowledge of common skin conditions. It has been specifically written for nurse practitioners, specialist nurses, physicians or any other clinicians who undertake structured histories using advanced decision-making skills. Topics covered includes: Examining the skin and describing lesions, Common skin conditions in adults, Common skin conditions in children, Common skin conditions in both adults and children, Practical advice on topical treatments.

Author(s): NHS Education for Scotland

118 Pages

Common skin infections

This note covers the following topics: Common Skin Infections, Bacterial Infections, Impetigo and Cellulitis, Folliculitis and Boils, Hidradenitis,Suppurativa and Echthyma, Streptococcal Diagnoses, Toxic Shock Syndrome, PVL and MRSA, Strep Toxic Shock Syndrome, Scarlet Fever and Meningococcal Disease, Invasive Infections, Infections Caused by Corynebacterium and Pitted Keratolysis, Viral Infections, Varicella Zoster and Herpes Zoster, Primary Herpes Simplex Infection, Viral Causes of Vesicular Rashes, Parvovirus Infection Slapped Check, Rubella, Measles and Roseola infantum, Main Causative Agents of a Maculopapular Rash, Warts, Molluscum Contagiosum, Fungal Diseases, Diseases Caused by Moulds, Common Parasitic Infections.

Author(s): Queen Mary University of London

NA Pages

Skin Biopsy Diagnosis and Treatment

This book is a collection of six chapters that includes an initial chapter on the site selection of a skin biopsy that optimizes diagnosis of various dermatological diseases and in many instances it is a therapeutic intervention and is useful in monitoring the response to therapy. The following five chapters encompass the application and role of skin biopsy to the overall diagnosis of certain conditions such as non-scarring and scarring alopecia, Langerhan cell neoplasms, severe cutaneous adverse reactions, pemphigus vulgaris and foliaceus, and oral lichen planus.

Author(s): Suran L. Fernando

184 Pages