Contents
October 2015
in “
Medical Clinics of North America
”
TLDR The document summarizes important skin care topics for non-specialist doctors, including treatments for skin conditions and the management of skin diseases.
The document provides an overview of various dermatological topics relevant to primary care physicians and non-dermatologists. It includes discussions on the use of topical medications for conditions like acne and psoriasis, the role of biologic therapies in dermatology, and common skin appendage disorders such as alopecia and hyperhidrosis. Nail diseases, psoriasis' association with cardiovascular disease, and approaches to diffuse blisters are also covered. The evolution of atopic dermatitis from childhood into adulthood, rheumatologic skin diseases, and common dermatologic procedures are discussed. Additionally, the document addresses skin cancer epidemiology, management, and the approach to patients with suspected cutaneous adverse drug reactions. Inpatient consultative dermatology and the role of teledermatology are also reviewed. The document aims to provide practical and clinically relevant information for the diagnosis and management of various skin conditions.