What's Getting Under Your Skin? A Study on Skin Conditions in Men

    June 2007 in “ Men in Nursing ”
    Victor Czerkasij
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    TLDR The document emphasizes early detection and treatment of men's skin conditions and recommends protective measures and appropriate treatments for different age groups.
    The document from 2007 discusses various skin conditions affecting men, highlighting the importance of early detection and treatment. It categorizes conditions by age, with those under 40 including sun protection, hyperhidrosis, psoriasis, androgenetic alopecia, and pseudofolliculitis barbae, and recommends treatments ranging from sunscreen to hair transplants. For men over 40, it discusses conditions like rosacea and various skin cancers, with treatments such as cryosurgery and excision. The document also stresses the importance of monitoring moles for signs of malignant melanoma. It advises men to avoid skin-damaging behaviors and encourages nurses to be knowledgeable about skin conditions to improve patient care, suggesting the use of spray-on or lotion-based tans as healthier alternatives to deep-tanning or tanning beds.
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