Goodheart's Photoguide to Common Pediatric and Adult Skin Disorders

Description

An accessible reference for the general practitioner and dermatologists alike, Goodheart's Photoguide to Common Skin Disorders focuses on diagnosis and management of common problems that account for the vast majority of dermatologic complaints. It describes specific distinguishing features of diseases to enable the reader to make a diagnosis, and juxtaposes photos of similar or "look-alike" conditions for ready comparison where appropriate. Formatted approach to each disease (basics, description and distribution of lesions, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, differential diagnosis and management). Accepted treatment options and alternatives are presented with a minimum of complexity.

New to this edition:

• Hundreds of new photos
• New chapter on darker skin tones
• New chapter on dermoscopy
• New chapter on Hyperhidrosis
• New chapter on teledermatology
• Formulary tables of leading topical agents and prep by brand names
• More than 900 color images
• Photos of "look-alikes" juxtaposed for quick comparison
• Step by step descriptions of basic dermatologic procedures

Now with the print edition, enjoy the bundled interactive eBook edition, which can be downloaded to your tablet and smartphone or accessed online and includes features like:

• Complete content with enhanced navigation
• A powerful search tool that pulls results from content in the book, your notes, and even the web
• Cross-linked pages, references, and more for easy navigation
• A highlighting tool for easier reference of key content throughout the text
• Ability to take and share notes with friends and colleagues
• Quick-reference tabbing to save your favorite content for future use

Table of Contents

Introduction
Illustrated Glossary of Basic Skin Lesions
Topical Therapy

Part One: Common Pediatric Skin Conditions: Diagnosis and Management
1 Birthmarks
2 Neonatal and Infantile Eruptions
3 Acne
4 Eczema in Infants and Children
5 Superficial Bacterial Infections
6 Superficial Viral Infections
7 Viral and Bacterial Exanthems
8 Lumps, Bumps, and Linear Eruptions
9 Hair and Nail Disorders
10 Cutaneous Manifestations of Systemic Disease
11 Neurocutaneous Syndromes

Part Two: Common Adult/Elderly Skin Conditions: Diagnosis and Management
12 Acne and Related Disorders
13 Eczema and Related Disorders
14 Psoriasis
15 Inflammatory Eruptions of Unknown Cause
16 Superficial Bacterial Infections, Folliculitis, and Hidradenitis Suppurativa
17 Mucocutaneous Manifestations of Viral Infections
18 Superficial Fungal Infections
19 Hair and Scalp Disorders Resulting in Hair Loss
20 Hirsutism
21 Disorders of the Oral Cavity, Lips, and Tongue
22 Diseases and Abnormalities of Nails
23 Pigmentary Disorders
24 Pruritus: The “Itchy” Patient
25 Xerosis: The “Dry” Patient
26 Adverse Cutaneous Drug Eruptions
27 Diseases of Cutaneous Vasculature
28 Sexually Transmitted Diseases
29 Bites, Stings, and Infestations
30 Benign Cutaneous Neoplasms
31 Premalignant and Malignant Cutaneous Neoplasms

Part Three: Systemic Conditions and the Skin
32 Cutaneous Manifestations of Pregnancy
33 Cutaneous Manifestations of HIV Infection
34 Cutaneous Manifestations of Systemic Disease

Part Four: Dermatologic Procedures
35 Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques

Authors

Herbert P. Goodheart, MD, Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Dermatology, Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York, NY

Mercedes E. Gonzalez, MD, Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery niversity of Miami Miller School of Medicine; Department of Dermatology, Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine, Florida International University, Director, Pediatric Dermatology of Miami, Miami, FL