Illustrated Synopsis of Dermatology & Sexually Transmitted Diseases - E-book
Illustrated Synopsis of Dermatology & Sexually Transmitted Diseases - E-book

Author: Neena Khanna

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2015-09-15

Total Pages: 471

ISBN-13: 8131242315

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It is a simplified, brief description of common dermatoses, peppered with numerous clinical and histopathology images (about 750), body and line diagrams (about 100) and tables (about 100). The basic aim of the book is to familiarize medical students (and general practitioners) with manifestations of the common skin conditions they are likely to encounter in their day-to-day practice and to help them to manage these appropriately, without succumbing to the morbid temptation of prescribing steroids, which are often thought to be 'panacea of all skin ills'.• Revised and updated, while retaining the main features of the book.• More images: since Dermatology is a visual speciality, some text has been pruned to accommodate about 100 new pictures. • Appendix on structure and function of skin.• New treatment modalities including 'biologicals' have been included in the chapter "Treatment of Skin Diseases.• Recent WHO/CDC/NACO guidelines have been incorporated in the chapter "Sexually Transmitted Infections and HIV Infection.

Imported Skin Diseases
Imported Skin Diseases

Author: William R. Faber

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2012-11-09

Total Pages: 331

ISBN-13: 1118472640

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Global movement of people leads to the global movement of disease International travel enables skin diseases to move around the world with increasing ease. Skin diseases transmitted through casual contact with people, animal vectors and a foreign environment are particularly prone to transport. Dermatologists need to recognize the signs and symptoms of disease not native to their environment to enable proper diagnosis and care. Imported Skin Diseases provides a clinical guide to the foreign diseases increasingly seen in ‘Western’ clinics. With a focus on accurate diagnosis and effective therapy, the book covers: Differences between pigmented and non-pigmented skin Viral, bacterial and fungal Infections Parasitic infestations Sexually transmitted diseases Aquatic diseases Written by an international team of experts, with practical tips throughout, Imported Skin Diseases prepares you for the unusual skin diseases you are increasingly likely to see in your clinic.

Textbook of Dermatology and Sexually Transmitted Diseases with HIV Infections
Textbook of Dermatology and Sexually Transmitted Diseases with HIV Infections

Author: Kabir Sardana

Publisher: CBS Publishers & Distributors Private Limited

Published: 2019-04-30

Total Pages: 17

ISBN-13: 9388327551

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Textbook of Dermatology and Sexually Transmitted Diseases with HIV Infections attempts to simplify and demystify a subject that often baffles young undergraduate students, dermatology trainees, and physicians with a aim to create an interest in the subject by presenting it in an easy to read manner. This book brings to students practical and comprehensive information on the clinical features, pathogenesis and treatment of dermatological diseases. The book has 32 chapters covering all sections of dermatological disorders from 23 experienced contributors. This book shall also cater to the needs of NEET-appearing MBBS graduates as specific parts of text, important from examination point of view, have been highlighted by introducing Q at each location. Salient FeaturesConcise and appropriate text for dermatology readers.Explicit and elaborate diagrams throughout the book.In-text questions for NEET examinationsEffusive clinical imagesClinical pearls throughout the bookWritten by authors who have trained and taught in premier medical colleges and institutes of DelhiA handy summary for undergraduates and physicians, and as a bridge book for dermatology trainees

Sexually Transmitted Infections and Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Sexually Transmitted Infections and Sexually Transmitted Diseases

Author: Gerd Gross

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2011-08-19

Total Pages: 896

ISBN-13: 3642146635

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This comprehensive, up-to-date reference book is intended to serve as the standard guide in the field. It covers the epidemiology and etiology of the various sexually transmitted infections and associated diseases, reviews novel diagnostic methods, and discusses in depth both new and established treatment methods. An important part of the book is devoted to prevention and particularly to immunoprevention by vaccination. Related issues such as sexual abuse, psychosocial aspects, and economic and political considerations are also included. The expertise of many worldwide renowned specialists and superb color illustrations make this book a valuable resource for practitioners from a variety of medical disciplines. It has a reader-friendly structure with “core messages” and “take-home pearls”.

Disease Control Priorities in Developing Countries
Disease Control Priorities in Developing Countries

Author: Dean T. Jamison

Publisher: World Bank Publications

Published: 2006-04-02

Total Pages: 1449

ISBN-13: 0821361805

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Based on careful analysis of burden of disease and the costs ofinterventions, this second edition of 'Disease Control Priorities in Developing Countries, 2nd edition' highlights achievable priorities; measures progresstoward providing efficient, equitable care; promotes cost-effectiveinterventions to targeted populations; and encourages integrated effortsto optimize health. Nearly 500 experts - scientists, epidemiologists, health economists,academicians, and public health practitioners - from around the worldcontributed to the data sources and methodologies, and identifiedchallenges and priorities, resulting in this integrated, comprehensivereference volume on the state of health in developing countries.

Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Sexually Transmitted Diseases

Author: Lisa Marr

Publisher: JHU Press

Published: 2007-09-04

Total Pages: 354

ISBN-13: 142140172X

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Every year, millions of people are exposed to a sexually transmitted disease. And many people who are sexually active often worry about being infected. In her comprehensive guide to STDs, Dr. Lisa Marr tells readers everything they need to know about avoiding, preventing, and treating these diseases. Complete and up-to-date, this book describes safer sex practices, testing protocols, and symptoms, and details commonly known treatments as well as significant recent medical advances—including new testing for the herpes virus, the vaccine against the human papilloma virus (HPV), and new discoveries about the effectiveness of spermicides and condoms. For each disease, Dr. Marr offers the latest Sexually Transmitted Disease Treatment Guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Forthright, compassionate, and practical, this guide is a trusted source of advice for anyone who is sexually active.