Navaratnas in Dermatology
December 2024
in “
Indian Dermatology Online Journal
”
TLDR Gemstones are used to help describe and remember skin conditions.
The document "Navaratnas in Dermatology" discusses the use of gemstones, specifically the "Navaratnas," as symbolic tools in dermatology to create vivid descriptions and unique diagnostic terms for various skin conditions. It compiles dermatological disorders and phenomena named after these gems, emphasizing their clinical presentations and implications. The goal is to improve the understanding and memorability of dermatological conditions for both practitioners and patients.
