
Atopic dermatitis or atopic eczema is an extremely common skin disease characterized by red patches, dry, scaling or crusting skin, and intense itch. It frequently develops in children during the first year of life and can become severe, with a consequently major impact on health-related quality of life. This text from international experts draws together the latest research and clinical practice to provide a comprehensive guide to the condition.
This textbook investigates the clinical manifestations, underlying pathophysiology, and evidence-based management strategies for atopic dermatitis. The authors, a team of international experts in dermatology, synthesize current research to provide a comprehensive framework for understanding this chronic inflammatory skin condition. The text integrates clinical observations with molecular research to offer a structured approach to diagnosis and therapeutic intervention.
What You Will Find
Experts recognize this volume as a foundational reference for clinicians and researchers specializing in inflammatory skin diseases. Readers frequently note the academic density of the prose and the depth of the clinical data provided throughout the chapters.
Page Count:
304
Publication Date:
2008-01-01
Publisher:
CRC Press
ISBN-10:
0203091442
ISBN-13:
9780203091449
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