Pediatric dermatology a quick reference guide

• Corporate Author: American Academy of Pediatrics. Section on Dermatology
• Other Authors: Mancini, Anthony J. 1964- (Editor), Krowchuk, Daniel P. 1964- (Editor)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: Elk Grove Village, IL Section on Dermatology, American Academy of Pediatrics 2012
• Edition: Second Edition
• Subjects: Skin Diseases > Handbooks; Infant > Handbooks; Child > Handbooks > methods; Dermatology > Handbooks > methods
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• Item Description: Includes index
• Physical Description: xv, 647 pages illustrations (some colour) 23 cm
• ISBN: 9781581106053; 158110605X

The new second edition of Pediatric Dermatology: A Quick Reference Guide provides the guidance you need to evaluate, diagnose, treat, and manage diverse dermatologic problems occurring from birth through adolescence. Expert recommendations on more than 100 commonly encountered conditions. More than 250 color images and dozens of new and revised images! Essential information on each condition is presented in the precise sequence in which you need it in the clinical setting: 1. Etiology/epidemiology 2. Symptoms and signs 3. How to make the diagnosis 4. Treatment 5. Prognosis 6. Referral considerations 7. Resources for families New 2nd edition includes: Dozens of new and revised images Larger color images in an all-new layout - shows more contrast and detail Expansion of the popular "look-alikes" differential diagnosis tables throughout all chapters New chapter on morphea Expanded section on acne therapy including revised treatment algorithms for mild, moderate, and severe acne and discussion of newer fixed-dose combination therapies Expanded discussion of bacterial skin infections, including folliculitis, furunculosis, carbunculosis, and community-acquired methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infections Updated section on lice therapy Expanded discussion of infantile hemangioma treatments And more!