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This book focuses on common case scenarios and presentations and how to approach them in exams and day-to-day practice. The chapters have been designed in a reader-friendly format and the authors have been hand-picked in terms of their teaching experience and their dedication toward the subject. The book is a novel attempt focusing on the methodology of approaching case scenarios in dermatology. Evidence-based approach to the treatment of various uncommon dermatological conditions. Each chapter starts with an interesting case, followed by a review of the disease entity in the form of relevant question and answer format. It is an important source of learning the basics of clinical dermatology, co-relates the clinical findings and laboratory investigations for disease diagnosis and management. Presented in a reader-friendly manner, written by experts having extensive research and clinical experience.

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Moisturizers is a concise resource for dermatologists and cosmetologists encompassing moisturisers for a range of specific dermatologic disorders. The book is divided into eighteen chapters, beginning with a chapter on the classification of different moisturisers, and discussion on the myths and misconceptions surrounding them. Subsequent chapters cover the use of moisturisers for specific conditions, ranging from acne and rosacea, to neonatal skin care and eczema. The book also includes a chapter on natural moisturisers, and concludes with discussion on the potentially adverse effects of moisturisers, and a final chapter on moisturisers for hair and nails. Key Points Concise resource for dermatologists and cosmetologists Chapters cover the use of moisturisers for a range of dermatologic conditions Includes chapters on natural moisturisers and moisturisers for hair and nails

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This book is a concise guide to the diagnosis and management of common skin conditions for dermatologists and trainees. The text begins with an introduction to sensitive skin and general skin care methods, followed by chapters dedicated to different dermatologic conditions including rosacea, acne, psoriasis, dermatitis and cosmetic intolerance syndrome. The next chapters discuss the management of skin disorders in different sectors of the population such as the elderly and newborn babies, concluding with guidance on skin care products, moisturisers, cosmetics and dermatological procedures for sensitive skin. The text is further enhanced by photographs, diagrams and tables. Key points Concise guide to the diagnosis and management of common skin conditions Provides detail on specific problems including rosacea, psoriasis and acne Covers management of skin disorders in different sectors of the population Includes photographs, diagrams and tables to enhance learning

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Atopic eczema (atopic dermatitis) is the most common form of eczema, a condition that causes the skin to become itchy, red, dry and cracked. Atopic eczema is more common in children, often developing before their first birthday. However, it may also develop for the first time in adults. It is usually a long-term (chronic) condition, although it can improve significantly, or even clear completely, in some children as they get older (NHS Choices). Part of the World Clinics: Dermatology series, this book is a complete guide to the diagnosis and management of atopic eczema. Beginning with an overview of the condition, the first chapters discuss etiopathogenesis, clinical features, investigations and diagnosis. The second part of the book covers both topical and systemic therapies, prevention strategies, and allergens, microbes and moisturisers. Presented as a collection of evidence-based reviews, each article is enhanced by photographs and figures, and concludes with a summary and comments by the editors highlighting their own clinical experience. Other titles in the World Clinics: Dermatology series include ‘Acne’, ‘Psoriasis’ and ‘Fungal Infections of the Skin’. Key points Comprehensive guide to diagnosis and management of atopic eczema Part of the World Clinics: Dermatology series Covers both topical and systemic therapies, and prevention strategies Features comments by the editors highlighting their own clinical experience

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Part of the World Clinics: Dermatology series, this book is a complete guide to the diagnosis and management of fungal infections of the skin. Beginning with an overview, the book discusses the changing and rising incidence of fungal infections, causes of resistance, and different types of fungi. The following sections cover therapy options including topical, systemic and physical remedies. Preventive measures are also discussed in detail. The comprehensive text is supplemented by useful tables and more than 100 clinical images to enhance learning. Other titles in the World Clinics: Dermatology series include ‘Acne’ and ‘Psoriasis’. Key points Comprehensive guide to fungal infections of the skin for clinicians Part of the World Clinics: Dermatology series Covers topical, systemic and physical therapy options Includes more than 100 clinical images and tables

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As the comprehensive textbooks of Dermatology grow longer and more specialized, there is a need for a text to cut the subject back to the essentials a medical professional needs to know. This concise text from an internationally respected editor presents the most important points about the most significant topics in disease of the skin, hair, and nails; any medical professional will find here the material for a solid grounding in the subject.*Covers the range of dermatology in a consistently manageable level of detail *Answers the need for a reliable concise guide for medical professionals in all specialties *Offers a straightforward and approachable synopsis of the subject

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