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A Handbook of Vitiligo & Color Atlas

Author : SK Punshi

Publisher : JP Medical Ltd

Page : 146 pages

File Size : 41,87 MB

Release : 2017-11-30

Category : Medical

ISBN : 935270150X

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Vitiligo is a long-term condition that causes pale, white patches to develop on the skin due to lack of a chemical called melanin. It can affect any area of the skin, but most commonly occurs on skin exposed to the sun, such as the face, neck and hands (NHS Choices). This new edition has been fully revised to provide dermatologists with the latest information on the diagnosis and treatment of vitiligo. Presented with a step by step approach, the book begins with an overview of the condition’s historical background, genetic susceptibility, and psycho-social aspects. The following sections discuss incidence of vitiligo with disorders of other body systems, aetiology, skin colour, diagnosis, and treatment. Complete chapters are dedicated to chemically induced leukoderma and vitiligo in children. The second edition features many new photographs, flowcharts and theories on the cause of vitiligo, as well as new treatment methods including lasers, tattooing, and surgery. Key points Fully revised, new edition providing latest information on vitiligo Complete chapters dedicated to chemically induced leukoderma and vitiligo in children Second edition features many new photographs, flowcharts, theories and treatment methods Previous edition (9788180611605) published in 2003



Vitiligo

Author : Somesh Gupta

Publisher : John Wiley & Sons

Page : 533 pages

File Size : 18,69 MB

Release : 2018-04-30

Category : Medical

ISBN : 1118937414

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Practical guidance based on expert experience and evidence for developing management strategies for vitiligo This complete guide to vitiligo provides a full appraisal of strategy for the treatment of this autoimmune disease that affects 1-2% of the world’s population. It addresses all aspects of vitiligo, covering the science, medical and surgical therapies, and the psychological evaluations and approaches based on the proper understanding of the causes and classification of a particular case. Management of vitiligo is challenging and requires a multipronged approach. Vitiligo: Medical and Surgical Management is a comprehensive, timely, state-of-the-art resource that will help those involved with affected patients better understand and treat this disease, which takes its toll on the mental wellness of those afflicted by it. It takes an evidenced-based approach to the disease’s treatment; provides an overview of the surgical management; covers tissue and cellular grafting; and more. Thoroughly guides those involved in the clinical aspects of vitiligo Aids diagnosis and classification of severity Balances evidence and experience Compiled by world-leading expert editors Comprehensive in nature, Vitiligo: Medical and Surgical Management contains a strong practical element, and is a welcome go-to source for practicing dermatologists and those training to become a dermatologist.



Handbook of Vitiligo

Author : Iltefat Hamzavi

Publisher : JP Medical Ltd

Page : 196 pages

File Size : 45,48 MB

Release : 2015-11-10

Category : Medical

ISBN : 1907816968

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Vitiligo is a chronic auto-immune disorder where permanent white patches appear on the skin and sometimes hair. It is most noticeable in skin of colour; it can be extensive, disfiguring and highly stigmatising in some cultures. For years there have been few truly effective treatments, but recent breakthroughs in the surgical treatment of the disease offer new options to clinicians, and hope to patients. Led by one of the foremost vitiligo educators and researchers into melanocyte transfer in the USA, Dr Iltefat Hamzavi, the author team has assembled this highly practical and clinical textbook for dermatologists and dermatologic surgeons. Handbook of Vitiligo: Basic Science and Clinical Management discusses all the latest management options available, from pharmacologic therapies (topical and systemic) to phototherapy and surgical procedures (including melanocyte-rich tissue grafts and autologous melanocyte suspension transplants). With contributions from a global team of experts, Handbook of Vitiligo offers a practical, clinically oriented overview to help clinicians choose the most effective treatment options for their patients. Summarises latest thinking on established therapies and emerging techniques Features practical, template-style text and emphasis on clinical application of techniques (not research data) Written by the key international names in the area



Skin of Color

Author : Andrew F. Alexis

Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media

Page : 389 pages

File Size : 17,1 MB

Release : 2012-09-28

Category : Medical

ISBN : 0387849297

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Book Description

A concise practical guide to treatment and diagnosis of skin related disorders for skin of color patients.





The Pigmentary System

Author : James J. Nordlund

Publisher : John Wiley & Sons

Page : 1333 pages

File Size : 37,90 MB

Release : 2008-04-15

Category : Medical

ISBN : 140515733X

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Book Description

The most comprehensive and integrated book on pigmentation The Pigmentary System, Second Edition, gathers into one convenient, all-inclusive volume a wealth of information about the science of pigmentation and all the common and rare clinical disorders that affect skin color. The two parts, physiology (science) and pathophysiology (clinical disorders), are complementary and annotated so that those reading one part can easily refer to relevant sections in the other. For the clinician interested in common or rare pigment disorders or the principles of teaching about such disorders, this book provides an immediate and complete resource on the biologic bases for these disorders. For the scientist studying the biology of melanocyte function, the book provides a list of disorders that are related to basic biological functions of melanocytes. New features of this Second Edition include: Completely new section on the basic science of pigmentation – explaining the integration of melanocyte functions with other epidermal cells and with various organ systems like the immune system New chapters on pigmentary disorders related to intestinal diseases, the malignant melanocyte, benign proliferations of melanocytes (nevi) and phototherapy with narrow band UV All clinical chapters include the latest genetic findings and advances in therapy More than 400 color images of virtually all clinical disorders The book is ideal for all dermatologists and especially those interested in disorders of pigmentation. It is of particular use for pediatric dermatologists and medical geneticists caring for patients with congenital and genetic pigmentary disorders. This authoritative volume will fill the gap for dermatology training programs that do not have local experts on pigmentation. Basic and cosmetic scientists studying pigmentation and melanocytes will find the science and clinical correlations very useful in showing human significance and relevance to the results of their studies.



Handbook of Psoriasis

Author : Charles Camisa

Publisher : John Wiley & Sons

Page : 384 pages

File Size : 39,92 MB

Release : 2008-04-15

Category : Medical

ISBN : 1405146117

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Book Description

The new second edition of the Handbook of Psoriasis remains an easy-to-read but detailed text on a common skin disease which affects 2% of the world's population. The text is designed as a reference for both the specialist and the primary care physician and can be read cover-to-cover in a week. Each chapter stands alone as a reference to a specific topic but is clearly cross-referenced to offer a more detailed perspective. This new edition runs the full gamut from pathogenesis to clinical variants of psoriasis to individual treatments with emphasis on standard protocols. Each chapter has been carefully updated to reflect developments in the last five years and new chapters cover such topics as childhood psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis and biologic immunotherapy.



Epigenetics and Dermatology

Author : Qianjin Lu

Publisher : Academic Press

Page : 525 pages

File Size : 26,44 MB

Release : 2015-02-16

Category : Science

ISBN : 0128012722

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Epigenetics and Dermatology explores the role of epigenetics in the pathogenesis of autoimmune-related skin diseases and skin cancer. Leading contributors cover common and uncommon skin conditions in which extensive epigenetic research has been done. They explain how environmental exposures (chemicals, drugs, sunlight, diet, stress, smoking, infection, etc.) in all stages of life (from a fetus in-utero to an elderly person) may result in epigenetic changes that lead to development of some skin diseases in life. They also discuss the possibilities of new and emergent epigenetic treatments which are gradually being adopted in management of various skin diseases. Chapters follow a conventional structure, covering fundamental biology of the disease condition, etiology and pathogenesis, diagnosis, commonly available treatments, and epigenetic therapy where applicable. Discusses the basic biology of skin diseases and skin cancers induced or aggravated by aberrant epigenetic changes Evaluates how to approach autoimmune-related skin diseases from a therapeutic perspective using the wealth of emergent epigenetic clinical trials Offers a coherent and structured table of contents with basic epigenetic biology followed by discussion of the spectrum of rheumatologic through neoplastic skin diseases, finally ending with a discourse on epigenetic therapy



Handbook of Skin Disease Management

Author : Zainab Jiyad

Publisher : John Wiley & Sons

Page : 260 pages

File Size : 10,59 MB

Release : 2023-01-10

Category : Medical

ISBN : 1119829046

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Handbook of Skin Disease Management Learn the essential information necessary to manage patients with skin diseases in this brand-new compact handbook Skin diseases severely impact quality of life and management of these conditions can be exceptionally challenging, particularly when first and second-line treatments have failed. The Handbook of Skin Disease Management is the first handbook specifically developed with the focus on the management aspect of dermatological conditions. It is designed to be used by busy clinicians who need relevant information quickly and includes an A-Z format with succinct entries loaded with essential information. Incorporating evidence bases and success rates for each potential treatment, it includes everything clinicians need to rapidly familiarize themselves with the different treatment options. Handbook of Skin Disease Management readers will also find: Treatment of over 40 conditions, listed alphabetically for easy reference A visually enhanced guide to prescribing systemics Over 20 key lists, such as differentials for blistering diseases, telangiectasia, and more Handbook of Skin Disease Management is a vital reference for clinicians working with dermatological patients, particularly trainees and junior doctors. “What a refreshing change to see such a succinct book full of useful practical advice that can be used in the clinic. Zainab Jiyad and Carsten Flohr succeed in that difficult task of bridging the gap between evidence and practice.” —Hywel Williams, OBE, NIHR Senior Investigator Emeritus, FMedSci Professor of Dermato-Epidemiology and Co-Director, Centre of Evidence-Based Dermatology Centre of Evidence-Based Dermatology, University of Nottingham, UK “I wish I had such a useful handbook during my early career! Zainab Jiyad and Carsten Flohr have produced a great guide on the management of common skin diseases for dermatology trainees, consultants and GPs, packed with the latest evidence from guidelines and systematic reviews.” —Phyllis Spuls, Professor of Evidence-Based Dermatology, Amsterdam University Medical Centers, The Netherlands



The Immune System Recovery Plan

Author : Susan Blum

Publisher : Simon and Schuster

Page : 464 pages

File Size : 41,74 MB

Release : 2013-04-02

Category : Health & Fitness

ISBN : 1451695004

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The bestselling book with 100,000 copies in print from one of the most sought-after experts in the field of functional medicine, Dr. Susan Blum, author of Healing Arthritis, shares the four-step program she used to treat her own serious autoimmune condition and help countless patients reverse their symptoms, heal their immune systems, and prevent future illness. DR. BLUM ASKS: • Are you constantly exhausted? • Do you frequently feel sick? • Are you hot when others are cold, or cold when everyone else is warm? • Do you have trouble thinking clearly, aka “brain fog”? • Do you often feel irritable? • Are you experiencing hair loss, dry skin, or unexplained weight fluctuation? • Do your joints ache or swell but you don’t know why? • Do you have an overall sense of not feeling your best, but it has been going on so long it’s actually normal to you? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may have an autoimmune disease, and this book is the “medicine” you need. Among the most prevalent forms of chronic illness in this country, autoimmune disease affects nearly 23.5 million Americans. This epidemic—a result of the toxins in our diet; exposure to chemicals, heavy metals, and antibiotics; and unprecedented stress levels—has caused millions to suffer from autoimmune conditions such as Graves’ disease, rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn’s disease, celiac disease, lupus, and more. DR. BLUM’S INNOVATIVE METHOD FOCUSES ON: • Using food as medicine • Understanding the stress connection • Healing your gut and digestive system • Optimizing liver function Each of these sections includes an interactive workbook to help you determine and create your own personal treatment program. Also included are recipes for simple, easy-to-prepare dishes to jump-start the healing process. The Immune System Recovery Plan is a revolutionary way for people to balance their immune systems, transform their health, and live fuller, happier lives.