Plastic Surgery Key

Mandibular Area and Neck OVERVIEW Many of the conditions seen on the chin and neck represent an extension of disorders found on the face, scalp, or trunk. Acne, folliculitis, and…

Ears OVERVIEW The skin disorders of the ears have a close relationship to the skin disorders of the scalp. In both sexes, the external ears (pinnae), earlobes, conchae, auditory canals,…

Eyelids and Periorbital Area OVERVIEW Besides being subject to various inflammatory dermatoses such as atopic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis, and rosacea, the skin of the eyelids and the surrounding…

Scalp OVERVIEW Atopic dermatitis (AD) and infantile seborrheic dermatitis (referred to as cradle cap when it involves the scalp) are both eczematous eruptions. AD is the most common inflammatory skin…

Hair OVERVIEW Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is often perceived as an indication of diminished physical attractiveness, particularly in Western societies. Disorders such as extensive alopecia areata and folliculitis decalvans are causes…