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Abstract The term eczema is derived from the Greek word that means “to boil out or over.” It is a convenient “wastebasket” for many undiagnosed rashes but is best applied…

Abstract Vesicles and bullae, when intact, are easily recognized primary lesions ( Table 10.1 ). Crusts (dried serum and blood) are secondary lesions that should lead one to suspect a…

Abstract This chapter deals with nodular and cystic “lumps” in the skin ( Table 7.1 ). With the exception of lipomas, the lesions are located in the dermis, often with…

Abstract The approach to a patient with skin disease does not differ markedly from the approach to any other patient. Data are collected from a history and physical examination (and…

Abstract Neoplasms of the epidermis ( Table 5.1 ) are derived from a proliferation of basal cells or keratinocytes. Epidermal growths are recognized clinically by a localized thickening of the…

Abstract The skin has one pigment-forming cell: the melanocyte. Melanocytes are dendritic cells found in the basal layer of the epidermis. Nevus cells, a type of melanocyte, found in the…

Abstract Because the skin is so accessible, it can be treated with a variety of therapeutic options not available for use in diseases of internal organs. Drugs for dermatologic therapy…

Abstract The skin is a large organ, weighing an average of 4 kg and covering an area of 2 m 2 . Its major function is to act as a…

Key Points 1. Many outpatient visits are for dermatologic complaints 2. The patienťs chief complaint can be divided into two diagnostic skin diseases: growths and rashes Skin diseases are common…