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Author:   Robert A. Norman, MD
Publisher:   Springer London Ltd
Imprint:   Springer London Ltd
Edition:   2010 ed.
Weight:   0.702kg
ISBN:  

9781447157342

ISBN 10:   1447157346
Pages:   260
Publication Date:   29 November 2014
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

Prevention – An Overview.- Stress, Relaxation, and General Well-Being.- Smoking, Obesity/Nutrition, Sun, and the Skin.- Raising Awareness on the Health Literacy Epidemic.- Domestic Violence, Abuse, and Neglect: Indicators for Dermatology.- Working with Other Healthcare Providers.- The Future of Dermatological Therapy and Preventive Dermatology.- Common Problems and Treatment in Dermatological Prevention.- Prevention of Drug Reactions and Allergies in Dermatology.- Xerosis and Stasis Dermatitis.- Photoprotection.- Biologics.- Occupational Dermatology.- Diagnosis and Prevention of Bullous Diseases.- Diagnosis and Prevention of Atopic Eczema.- Prevention of Psoriasis.- Sports Dermatology: Prevention.- Prevention of Cosmetic Problems.- Nutrition, Vitamins, and Supplements.- Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Viral Diseases, and Vaccines.- Vaccines for Viral Diseases.- Prevention of Sexually Transmitted Diseases from Office to Globe.- Current Vaccinations in Dermatology.- Wounds, Surgery, and Dermatological Prevention.- Prevention of Skin Infections.- Wound Prevention.- Prevention of Surgical Complications.- Prevention of Keloids.

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From the book reviews: The chapters are concise, interesting, and focused toward the prevention of mucocutaneous dermatoses. The book is a welcome addition to the dermatology literature and ... can easily be read from cover to cover within 3-4 weeks. The novice reader will find the information instructive and comprehensive whereas the experienced practitioner will be able to find a few clinical gems to incorporate into their management of patients. Seriously consider adding this book to your personal library. (Philip R. Cohen, International Journal of Dermatology, Vol. 53 (1), January, 2014) The purpose is to educate dermatologists on how patients can be more proactive in taking care of their skin, especially if they have a genetic tendency for a particular disorder. ... The book presents a number of practical tips to avoid the development of problems such as skin infection, nail and foot fungus, and fetal eczema precautions for the pregnant mother. ... This book presents a general treatment overview of common skin disorders and suggests precautions to take to decrease complications and exacerbations. (Patricia Wong, Doody's Review Service, December, 2010)

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Robert Norman is an experienced geriatric dermatologist and has published several dermatology textbooks.

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