(Ebook) Pediatric Dermatology: A Quick Reference Guide by Anthony J. Mancini (Editor), Daniel P. Krowchuk (Editor) ISBN 9781610024587, 1610024583

(Ebook) Pediatric Dermatology: A Quick Reference Guide by Anthony J. Mancini (Editor), Daniel P. Krowchuk (Editor) ISBN 9781610024587, 1610024583

Concerns relating to the skin are common reasons for parents to seek medicalcare for their children. Data from several sources indicate that up to 20% ofchild visits to pediatricians or family physicians involve a dermatologic problemas the primary reason for the visit, a secondary concern, or an incidentalfinding on physical examination. The volume of skin-related concerns and thesupply-demand crunch for dermatologic referrals mandate that primary carephysicians who care for children are prepared to recognize, diagnose, and treatcommon cutaneous disorders.This guide was originally designed to be a practical, easy-to-use tool for thebusy practitioner, and we hope that this fourth edition continues to meet thesegoals. It is not an exhaustive reference; instead, it provides a concise summaryof many common dermatologic disorders, with a standardized format thatincludes a brief background, physical findings, diagnostic modalities, andtreatment approaches. Each chapter includes a useful Look-alikes table to assistin differential diagnosis and, when applicable, a Resources for Families sectionthat provides links to patient information or support groups. Chapters to helpenhance skills in recognizing and describing skin disorders, performing andinterpreting diagnostic tests, and managing skin disease also are included. Theaccompanying color photographs have been selected to illustrate some cardinalfeatures of each disorder. In this edition, we have added new chapters oncercarial dermatitis, confluent and reticulated papillomatosis, ectodermal dysplasia,hyperhidrosis, pilomatricoma, pityriasis rubra pilaris, Spitz nevus, andsubcutaneous fat necrosis. We have also updated the text throughout, suppliednew links to useful patient resources, and added or replaced numerous clinicalimages.