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Alopecia is the general medical term for hair loss. There are many types of hair loss with different symptoms and causes. This book provides clinicians with the latest information and advances in the diagnosis and management of hair loss. Beginning with an overview of embryology, anatomy, hair cycle and classification, the following chapters cover numerous different types of alopecia and its treatment. Each chapter guides clinicians step by step providing an introduction and discussion on etiopathogenesis, then clinical features, investigation techniques, differential diagnosis, and treatment options. The comprehensive text is further enhanced by flowcharts, illustrations, photographs and comparative tables to assist learning. Key points Comprehensive guide to diagnosis and management of hair loss Guides clinicians step by step through investigations, clinical features, differential diagnosis and treatment Covers numerous different types of alopecia Highly illustrated with photographs, diagrams, flowcharts and tables

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This book brings to you a collection of meticulously chosen articles focusing on the latest advances in management of Psoriasis from various peer reviewed journals that were published in the previous year. Each article has been reviewed by subject reviewers who have written comments on value of the article, previous knowledge on the subject, what the article adds to the prevailing knowledge and practices, strong points and weaknesses of the article, and other similar observations that have come in the last 12-month period.Each article is accompanied by key messages, summarizing the article as well as highlighting the clinical experience of the reviewers. Tjhis is a must read book for dermatologists, physicians, and postgraduate students.

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Textbook of Psoriasis is a comprehensive and highly illustrated guide to this dermatological disorder. This book is divided into twelve chapters, covering all aspects of psoriasis, from clinical, pathological and therapeutic, to the psychological impact of the condition. A general introduction is followed by chapters on epidemiology, aetiopathogenesis, paediatric psoriasis, pregnancy, HIV, and systemic disease. Later chapters include information on treatment and potential complications. Textbook of Psoriasis is enhanced by over 300 full colour images and illustrations. The inclusion of several recent dermatology research studies pertaining to psoriasis make this book and authoritative and up to date resource for dermatologists. Key Points Comprehensive and highly illustrated guide to psoriasis Updated with new research study findings 302 full colour images and illustrations

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Genital Dermatoses is a concise review of current issues relating to genital dermatological conditions. Divided into thirteen chapters, the book begins with a brief introduction followed by chapters on anatomy, history taking, and clinical examination. Subsequent chapters cover history, clinical features, treatment and management of various disorders, including STIs, bullous dermatoses, inflammatory lesions, premalignant lesions and malignant conditions. The concluding chapters cover other diseases of genitalia, and genital pain syndrome. Enhanced by full colour images throughout Genital Dermatoses is a useful resource for dermatologists, physicians and postgraduate students. Key Points Concise review of current issues in genital dermatoses Covers history, clinical features, treatment and management of a range of disorders Full colour images throughout

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