Dermatology, the first book in the new Thieme Clinical Companions series, presents the essential information on how to diagnose and treat the full range of dermatologic diseases. Compiled by expert physicians, this pocket guide describes the diagnostic approach and therapeutic options for a wide range of skin diseases. More than 300 full-color illustrations, diagrams, checklists, charts, and clinical tips illuminate all concepts and techniques described in the text. Basic aspects of skin biology and disease pathophysiology are also covered.

To aid quick reference and review, the book is organized into the following color-coded sections:

- Introduction and Diagnosis: A concise overview of the biology and anatomy of the skin, followed by a step-by-step guide to the dermatologic evaluation.- Dermatologic Diseases: Extensive coverage of skin and hair disorders, with illustrations and essential information for each, including pathogenesis, clinical features, diagnostic approach, differential diagnosis, therapy, and more.- Therapy: Review of the current information on establishing a treatment plan, including topical, systemic, and radiation therapy, as well as operative dermatology, wound healing, and emergency treatment.- Useful Appendices: Common systemic medications and commonly used compounding recipes- Dermatologic Differential Diagnosis: Comprehensive charts (with numerous cross-references) designed to help the reader recognize and fully understand the patient's signs and symptoms.

All dermatologists, residents, and trainees will benefit from keeping this compact portable guide on hand in the clinical setting.

<p><strong><em>Gray Part: Introduction and Diagnosis</em></strong><br><strong>1 Introduction to Skin Biology</strong><br>1.1 Overview<br>1.2 Functional Anatomy<br>1.3 Epidermis<br>1.4 Hair<br>1.5 Basement Membrane Zone<br>1.6 Dermis<br>1.7 Subcutis<br>1.8 Neuroendocrine-immune Networking<br>1.9 Outlook<br><strong>2 Dermatologic Diagnosis</strong><br>2.1 Components of the Dermatologic Evaluation<br>2.2 Description of Skin Findings<br>2.3 Primary and Secondary Lesions<br>2.4 Additional Descriptive Terms<br>2.5 Tools of the Trade<br>2.6 History<br>2.7 Histologic Diagnosis<br>2.8 Molecular Diagnostics<br>2.9 Mycologic Diagnosis<br>2.10 Diagnosis of Hair Disorders<br><strong>3 Other Diagnostic Methods</strong><br>3.1 Phlebologic Diagnosis<br>3.2 Allergy Testing<br>3.3 Light Testing<br>3.4 Ultrasonography<br><strong><em>Blue Part: Dematologic Diseases</em></strong><br><strong>4 Viral Diseases</strong><br>4.1 Overview<br>4.2 Poxvirus Infections<br>4.3 Herpesvirus Infections<br>4.4 Picornavirus Infections<br>4.5 Cutaneous Manifestations of Hepatitis Virus Infections<br>4.6 Human Papillomaviruses<br><strong>5 Bacterial Diseases</strong><br>5.1 Introduction<br>5.2 Gram-positive Bacteria: Staphylococci<br>5.3 Gram-positive Bacteria: Streptococci<br>5.4 Gram-positive Bacteria: Corynebacteria<br>5.5 Gram-negative Bacterial Infections<br>5.6 Miscellaneous Bacterial Infections<br>5.7 Zoonotic Infections<br>5.8 Borreliosis<br>5.9 Mycobacterial Infections: Tuberculosis<br>5.10 Mycobacterial Infections: Leprosy<br>5.11 Atypical Mycobacterial Infections<br>5.12 Actinomycosis<br>5.13 Nocardiosis<br><strong>6 Fungal Diseases</strong><br>6.1 Nomenclature<br>6.2 Dermatophytes<br>6.3 Yeasts<br>6.4 Subcutaneous Mycoses<br>6.5 Systemic Mycoses<br><strong>7 Other Infectious Diseases</strong><br>7.1 Leishmaniasis<br>7.2 Other Protozoan Infections<br>7.3 Pediculosis<br>7.4 Scabies<br>7.5 Other Epizoonoses<br>7.6 Worms<br><strong>8 Sexually Transmitted Diseases</strong><br>8.1 Overview<br>8.2 Syphilis<br>8.3 Endemic Treponematoses<br>8.4 Gonorrhea<br>8.5 Other Sexually Transmitted Diseases<br><strong>9 HIV Infection and AIDS</strong><br>9.1 Overview<br>9.2 Cutaneous Manifestations<br>9.3 Extracutaneous Manifestations<br><strong>10 Allergic Diseases</strong><br>10.1 Basic Mechanisms<br>10.2 Urticaria<br>10.3 Angioedema<br>10.4 Food Allergies<br>10.5 Other Allergic Diseases<br>10.6 Hyposensitization<br><strong>11 Drug Reactions</strong><br>11.1 Overview<br>11.2 Common Reactions<br>11.3 Severe Skin Reactions<br>11.4 Uncommon Reactions<br>11.5 Drug Pseudoallergies<br><strong>12 Dermatitis</strong><br>12.1 Atopic Dermatitis<br>12.2 Syndromes Associated with Atopic Dermatitis<br>12.3 Contact Dermatitis<br>12.4 Other Forms of Dermatitis<br><strong>13 Collagen Vascular Disorders</strong><br>13.1 Classification and Overview<br>13.2 Lupus Erythematosus (LE)<br>13.3 Dermatomyositis and Polymyositis<br>13.4 Morphea<br>13.5 Lichen Sclerosus<br>13.6 Systemic Sclerosis<br>13.7 Pseudoscleroderma<br>13.8 Mixed Collagen Vascular Disorders<br>13.9 Other Rheumatoid Diseases<br>13.10 Raynaud Syndrome<br>13.11 Graft-Versus-Host Disease (GVHD)<br><strong>14 Autoimmune Bullous Diseases</strong><br>14.1 Classification<br>14.2 Pemphigus Group<br>14.3 Pemphigoid Group<br>14.4 Subepidermal IgA-mediated Disorders<br>14.5 Dermatitis Herpetiformis<br>14.6 Overview of Diagnostic Approach<br><strong>15 Purpura and Vasculitis</strong><br>15.1 Overview<br>15.2 Purpura<br>15.3 Cutaneous Vasculitis<br>15.4 Variants of Cutaneous Vasculitis<br>15.5 Systemic Vasculitis<br>15.6 Livedo<br>15.7 Vessel Occlusion and Cutaneous Necrosis<br><strong>16 Papulosquamous Disorders</strong><br>16.1 Psoriasis<br>16.2 Psoriatic Arthritis<br>16.3 Reiter Syndrome<br>16.4 Seborrheic Dermatitis<br>16.5 Pityriasis Amiantacea<br>16.6 Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris<br>16.7 Pityriasis Rosea<br>16.8 Small-Patch Parapsoriasis<br>16.9 Erythema Multiforme<br>16.10 Erythroderma<br>16.11 Figurate Erythemas<br>16.12 Li</p>