Contents

Chapter 1

Impetigo

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Etiology

Clinical Manifestations

Diagnosis

Differential Diagnosis

Complications

Management

References

Chapter 2

Pediculosis Capitis*

Abstract

Introduction

The Organism

Epidemiology

Clinical Manifestations

Diagnosis

Differential Diagnosis

Management

Pediculicides

Permethrin

Pyrethrin-Based Products

Lindane

Malathion

Mechanical Removal

Other Therapies

Environmental Interventions

References

Chapter 3

Diaper Dermatitis

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Etiology and Clinical Manifestations

Irritant Contact Dermatitis

Candidal Diaper Dermatitis

Seborrheic Dermatitis

Atopic Dermatitis

Impetigo

Perianal Streptococcal Dermatitis

Intertrigo

Allergic Contact Dermatitis

Miliaria Rubra

Psoriasis

Scabies

Acrodermatitis Enteropathica

Diagnosis

Prevention and Management

References

Chapter 4

Tinea Corporis

Abstract

Introduction

Etiology

Epidemiology

Pathogenesis

Clinical Manifestations

Diagnosis

Differential Diagnosis

Complications

Management

Prognosis

References

Chapter 5

Pityriasis Versicolor

Abstract

Introduction

Prevalence

Pathogenesis

Clinical Manifestations

Laboratory Investigations

Differential Diagnosis

Management

References

Chapter 6

Ascariasis

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Etiology

Clinical Manifestations

Complications

Differential Diagnosis

Diagnostic Studies

Management

References

Chapter 7

Enterobiasis

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Etiology

Clinical Manifestations

Complications

Diagnostic Studies

Management

References

Chapter 8

Giardiasis

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Etiology

Clinical Manifestations

Complications

Diagnostic Studies

Management

Prevention

References

Chapter 9

Iron Deficiency Anemia

Abstract

Introduction

Iron Metabolism

Epidemiology

Etiology

Increased Physiologic Demands

Rapid Growth

Menstruation

Pregnancy

Inadequate Iron Intake

Malabsorption

Blood Loss

Gastrointestinal

Genitourinary

Pulmonary

Iatrogenic

Perinatal Hemorrhage

Defective Plasma Iron Transport

Clinical Manifestations

Conditions Associated with Iron Deficiency

Diagnosis

Laboratory Features

Differential Diagnosis

Management

Prevention

References

Chapter 10

Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder*

Abstract

Introduction

Prevalence

Pathophysiology

Diagnosis

Differential Diagnosis

Comorbidity

Clinical Evaluation

History

Physical Examination

Laboratory Evaluation

Management

Pharmacologic Intervention

Educational Intervention

Behavioral Intervention

Miscellaneous Interventions

Controversial Intervention

Prognosis

References

Chapter 11

Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Pathogenesis

Clinical Manifestations

Symptomatology

Physical Findings

Complications

Diagnostic Studies

Nasal Cytology

Skin Tests

In Vitro Tests for Total and Specific IgE

Management

Environmental Modification

Pharmacotherapy

Immunotherapy

References

Chapter 12

Seasonal and Perennial Allergic Conjunctivitis*

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Pathogenesis

Clinical Manifestations and Evaluation

Symptomatology

Physical Findings

Differential Diagnosis

Diagnostic Studies

Management

Non-Pharmacological Measures

Environmental Modification

General Eye Care

Pharmacotherapy

Decongestants

Antihistamines

Multi-Action Agents

Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAID)

Corticosteroids

Immunotherapy

References

Chapter 13

Food Allergy

Abstract

Introduction

Prevalence

Pathogenesis

Clinical Manifestations

Gastrointestinal Manifestations

Oral Allergy Syndrome

Gastrointestinal Anaphylaxis

Allergic Eosinophilic Gastroenteropathy

Food Protein-induced Enteropathy

Food Protein-induced Enterocolitis Syndrome

Food Protein-induced Proctocolitis

Gluten-sensitive Enteropathy

Infantile Colic

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Recurrent Abdominal Pain

Constipation

Cutaneous Manifestations

Urticaria/Angioedema

Atopic Dermatitis

Contact Dermatitis

Dermatitis Herpetiformis

Respiratory Manifestations

Rhinitis/Rhinoconjunctivitis

Asthma

Heiner Syndrome

Serous Otitis Media

Generalized Manifestations

Systemic Anaphylaxis

Food-dependent Exercise-induced Anaphylaxis

Diagnostic Studies

Skin Tests

In Vitro Tests for Total and Specific IgE

Food Challenge

Management

Avoidance of Food Allergens

Pharmacotherapy

Dietary Manipulation in the Prevention of Food Allergy in High-Risk Individuals

Miscellaneous Aspects

References

Chapter 14

Asthma

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Pathophysiology and Pathogenesis

Clinical Manifestations

Clinical Evaluation

Diagnosis and Diagnostic Studies

Differential Diagnosis

Complications

Management

Acute Therapy

Long-Term Medical Therapy

General Treatment

Prevention

Prognosis

References

Chapter 15

Chalazion

Abstract

Introduction

Incidence

Pathogenesis

Clinical Manifestations

Differential Diagnosis

Complications

Management

References

Chapter 16

Aphthous Stomatitis

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Etiology

Clinical Manifestations

Diagnosis

Differential Diagnosis

Complications

Management

References

Chapter 17

Perioral Dermatitis

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Etiology

Clinical Manifestations

Diagnosis

Differential Diagnosis

Complications

Prevention

Management

Prognosis

References

Chapter 18

Geographic Tongue

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Etiology

Clinical Manifestations

Diagnosis

Differential Diagnosis

Management

Prognosis

References

Chapter 19

Ankyloglossia

Abstract

Introduction

Prevalence

Etiology

Clinical Manifestations

Complications

Diagnostic Studies

Management

References

Chapter 20

Mucocele

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Etiology and Pathogenesis

Clinical Manifestations

Diagnosis

Differential Diagnosis

Complications

Management

Prognosis

References

Chapter 21

Oral Candidiasis

Abstract

Introduction

Etiology

Epidemiology

Clinical Manifestations

Diagnosis

Differential Diagnosis

Complications

Management

References

Chapter 22

Infantile Hemangioma

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Pathogenesis

Clinical Manifestations

Diagnosis

Differential Diagnosis

Complications

Management

References

Chapter 23

Pyogenic Granuloma

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Etiology and Pathogenesis

Histopathology

Clinical Manifestations

Diagnosis

Differential Diagnosis

Complications

Management

References

Chapter 24

Salmon Patches

Abstract

Introduction

Prevalence

Pathogenesis

Clinical Manifestations

Diagnosis

Differential Diagnosis

Management

References

Chapter 25

Nevus Flammeus

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Etiology and Pathogenesis

Clinical Manifestations

Diagnosis

Differential Diagnosis

Complications

Management

References

Chapter 26

Venous Malformation

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Pathogenesis

Histopathology

Clinical Manifestations

Diagnosis

Diagnostic Studies

Differential Diagnosis

Complications

Management

References

Chapter 27

Erythema Toxicum Neonatorum

Abstract

Introduction

Prevalence

Pathogenesis

Histopathology

Clinical Manifestations

Diagnosis

Laboratory Investigations

Differential Diagnosis

Management

References

Chapter 28

Transient Neonatal Pustular Melanosis

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Etiology

Clinical Manifestations

Diagnosis

Differential Diagnosis

Management

References

Chapter 29

Urticaria

Abstract

Introduction

Prevalence

Pathophysiology

Clinical Manifestations

Clinical Evaluation

Diagnostic Studies

Differential Diagnosis

Management

References

Chapter 30

Alopecia Aerata

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Etiology and Pathogenesis

Histopathology

Clinical Manifestations

Diagnosis

Diagnostic Studies

Differential Diagnosis

Complications

Management

Prognosis

References

Chapter 31

Pityriasis Rosea*

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Pathogenesis and Etiology

Clinical Manifestations

Differential Diagnosis

Management

References

Chapter 32

Pityriasis Alba

Abstract

Introduction

Prevalence

Etiology

Histopathology

Clinical Manifestations

Differential Diagnosis

Prognosis

Management

References

Chapter 33

Congenital Melanocytic Nevi

Abstract

Introduction

Incidence

Pathogenesis

Histopathology

Clinical Manifestations

Diagnostic Studies

Differential Diagnosis

Complications

Management

References

Chapter 34

Acquired Melanocytic Nevi

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Pathogenesis

Histopathology

Clinical Manifestations

Diagnostic Studies

Differential Diagnosis

Complications

Management

References

Chapter 35

Nevus Sebaceous

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Pathogenesis

Histopathology

Clinical Manifestations

Diagnosis

Complications

Management

References

Chapter 36

Nevus Spilus

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Pathogenesis

Histopathology

Clinical Manifestations

Differential Diagnosis

Complications

Management

References

Chapter 37

Melanonychia Striata

Abstract

Introduction

Prevalence

Etiology

Clinical Manifestations

Differential Diagnosis

Diagnostic Studies

Management

References

Chapter 38

Psoriasis

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Pathogenesis

Clinical Manifestations

Diagonsis

Laboratory Invetigations

Differential Diagnosis

Complications

Management

References

Chapter 39

Mongolian Spots

Abstract

Introduction

Etiology

Prevalence

Clinical Manifestations

Differential Diagnosis

Management

References

Chapter 40

Café Au Lait Macules

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Histopathology

Clinical Manifestations

Diagnosis

Diagnostic Studies

Differential Diagnosis

Complications

Management

References

Chapter 41

Vitiligo

Abstract

Introduction

Prevalence

Etiopathogenesis

Histopathology

Clinical Manifestations

Diagnosis

Laboratory Studies

Differential Diagnosis

Complications

Prognosis

Management

References

Chapter 42

Scleral Melanocytosis

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Etiology

Clinical Manifestations

Differential Diagnosis

Management

References

Chapter 43

Keratosis Pilaris

Abstract

Introduction

Prevalence

Etiology

Histopathology

Clinical Manifestations

Differential Diagnosis

Treatment

References

Chapter 44

Keloids

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Etiology

Pathogenesis

Histopathology

Clinical Manifestations

Diagnosis

Differential Diagnosis

Complications

Prevention

Management

References

Chapter 45

Miliaria

Abstract

Introduction

Prevalence

Etiology

Pathogenesis

Histopathology

Clinical Manifestations

Diagnosis

Differential Diagnosis

Complications

Management

References

Chapter 46

Acanthosis Nigricans*

Abstract

Introduction

Incidence

Pathogenesis

Etiology

Histology

Clinical Manifestations

Differential Diagnosis

Management

References

Chapter 47

Ichthyosis Vulgaris

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Genetics

Pathogenesis

Histopathology

Clinical Manifestations

Differential Diagnosis

Management

References:

Chapter 48

Granuloma Annulare

Abstract

Introduction

Prevalence

Etiology

Pathogenesis

Histopathology

Clinical Manifestations

Laboratory Investigations

Diagnosis and Differential Diagnosis

Prognosis

Management

References

Chapter 49

Lichen Striatus

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Pathogenesis

Histology

Clinical Manifestations

Diagnosis

Differential Diagnosis

Management

References

Chapter 50

Juvenile Plantar Dermatosis

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Etiology

Histology

Clinical Manifestations

Diagnosis

Differential Diagnosis

Management

Prognosis

References

Chapter 51

Acne*

Abstract

Introduction

Prevalence

Pathogenesis

Clinical Manifestations

Differential Diagnosis

Clinical Evaluation

Laboratory Investigations

Complications

Prevention

Management

Topical Therapy

Systemic Therapy

Physical Therapy

Prognosis

References

Chapter 52

Pilomatricoma

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Pathogenesis

Histopathology

Clinical Manifestations

Diagnostic Study

Differential Diagnosis

Complication

Management

References

Chapter 53

Nummular Eczema

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Etiology

Pathogenesis

Histopathology

Clinical Manifestations

Differential Diagnosis

Complications

Management

References

Chapter 54

Infantile Seborrheic Dermatitis

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Etiology

Histopathology

Clinical Manifestations

Differential Diagnosis

Complications

Management

Prognosis

References

Chapter 55

Contact Dermatitis

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Pathophysiology

Histopathology

Clinical Manifestations

Differential Diagnosis

Diagnostic Study

Complications

Management

References

Chapter 56

Atopic Dermatitis*

Abstract

Introduction

Epidemiology

Pathogenesis and Etiology

Clincial Manifestations

Diagnosis

Laboratory Investigations

Assessment of Severity and Pyschosocial Impact

Differential Diagnosis

Complications

Management

Avoidance of Triggering Factors

Optimal Skin Care

Topical Corticosteroids

Systemic Immunosuppressants

Topical Immunomodulators

Antihistamines

Antibiotics

Coal Tar Preparations

Phototherapy

Wet-Wrap Therapy

Patient Education

Prognosis

References

Index