BookShannon C. Trotter, Austin Cusick, editors.
Summary: This latest book in the Clinical Cases in Dermatology series presents a variety of cases of pruritus. A clear easy-to-follow chapter structure throughout the work enables the reader to develop a thorough understanding of the content covered in each case. An emphasis is placed on key features that distinguish pruritus from other conditions to ensure the reader develops their diagnostic skills. Practically applicable guidance on how to appropriately manage the disorder to assist the reader in the clinical decision-making is also provided. Clinical Cases in Pruritus is a concise practically applicable resource detailing how to diagnose and manage pruritus in a variety of scenarios. Therefore, it is of interest to practicing and trainee dermatologists seeking a concise up-to-date resource on the topic.
Contents:
Dermatoses with
Grovers Disease
Bullous Pemphigoid
Atopic Dermatitis
Scabies
Psoriasis
Prurigo nodularis
Localized pruritus
Notalgia paresthetica
Brachioradial pruritus
Herpes Zoster
Pruritus ani
Lichen sclerosis et atrophicus
Systemic pruritus: Autoimmune
Dermatitis herpetiformis
Dermatomysositis
Systemic pruritus: Hematologic
Polycythemia Vera
Iron Deficiency Anemia
Systemic Pruritis: Hepatobiliary
Hepatitis
Drug-induced cholestasis
Systemic pruritus: Metabolic and Endocrine
Diabetes mellitis
Hypothyroidism
Uremic pruritus
Systemic pruritus: Malignancy
Lymphoma
Systemic pruritus: Neurologic
Multiple sclerosis
Systemic pruritus: Other
Medication induced
Pregnancy-pemphigoid gestationis
Systemic pruritus: Infectious Disease
HIV/AIDS
Parasitic Infection.