Textbook of primary care dermatology [electronic resource] / David Buckley, Paola Pasquali, editors.
This textbook provides a comprehensive, practical guide to the identification of a range of common dermatological conditions encountered within primary care. It features a problem-based approach to the topics and conditions covered. Clinical photographs, diagrams and pertinent tables along with clea...
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Table of Contents:
- Intro
- Acknowledgements
- Contents
- About the Editors
- Part I: Overview
- 1: Dermatology in Primary Care
- 1.1 Introduction
- 1.2 The Patient's Perspective
- 1.3 Websites and Apps
- 1.4 Patient Information Leaflets
- 1.5 The GP Perspective
- 1.6 Primary Care Dermatology
- References
- 2: History Taking and Examination
- 2.1 Introduction
- 2.2 History Taking
- 2.3 Physical Examination
- 2.4 Conclusion
- References
- 3: Investigations and Treatment in Primary Care Dermatology
- 3.1 Introduction
- 3.2 Investigations
- 3.3 Treatment Approach.
- 3.4 Conclusion
- References
- 4: Structure and Function of the Skin
- 4.1 Introduction
- 4.2 Structure and Function of the Skin
- 4.3 Hair and Nails
- 4.4 Function of the Skin
- 4.5 Conclusion
- Reference
- 5: Terminology in Dermatology
- 5.1 Introduction
- 5.2 Descriptive Terms [1]
- 5.3 Colour
- 5.4 Shape or Configuration of Lesions
- 5.5 Texture or Morphology of Skin Lesion and Rashes
- 5.6 Feel, Form or Structure of a Lesion
- 5.7 The Distribution of a Rash
- 5.8 Secondary Skin Changes
- 5.9 Nail Changes
- 5.10 Conclusion
- Reference
- 6: Teledermatology.
- 6.1 Introduction
- 6.2 What Can Be Sent? What Should Not Be Sent?
- 6.2.1 Types of TD
- 6.3 Delivery Modalities
- 6.4 Settings
- 6.5 A Good Photograph
- 6.6 Actors
- 6.7 Patient Empowerment
- 6.8 Conclusion
- References
- Part II: Adnexal Disease
- 7: A Stepwise Approach to the Management of Acne in Primary Care
- 7.1 Introduction
- 7.2 Clinical Features and Diagnosis
- 7.3 Differential Diagnosis
- 7.4 Pathophysiology
- 7.5 Treatment
- 7.6 Topical Treatments
- 7.7 Systemic Treatments
- 7.8 Acne in Women
- 7.9 Other Treatments
- 7.10 Maintenance Treatment.
- 7.11 Acne Scars
- 7.12 Rare Variants of Acne
- 7.13 Conclusion
- References
- 8: Oral Isotretinoin for Severe Acne
- 8.1 Introduction
- 8.2 Mode of Action
- 8.3 Side Effects
- 8.4 Monitoring
- 8.5 Dosage
- 8.6 Outcome
- 8.7 Conclusion
- References
- 9: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
- 9.1 Introduction
- 9.2 Clinical Features and Diagnosis
- 9.3 Differential Diagnosis
- 9.4 Pathophysiology
- 9.5 Treatment
- 9.6 Conclusion
- References
- 10: Rosacea
- 10.1 Introduction
- 10.2 Clinical Features and Diagnosis
- 10.3 Differential Diagnosis.
- 10.4 Pathophysiology
- 10.5 Topical Treatments
- 10.6 Systemic Treatments
- 10.7 Conclusion
- Reference
- 11: Hidradenitis Suppurativa
- 11.1 Introduction
- 11.2 Clinical Features and Diagnosis
- 11.3 Differential Diagnosis
- 11.4 Pathophysiology
- 11.5 Treatment
- 11.6 Conclusion
- 11.7 Useful Information for Patients Is Available from the Following Sites
- References
- 12: Hyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating)
- 12.1 Introduction
- 12.2 Clinical Features and Diagnosis
- 12.3 Differential Diagnosis
- 12.4 Pathophysiology
- 12.5 Treatment
- 12.6 Conclusion.