Psoriasis: A Patient’s Guide

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Year: 1998
Pages: 90
Binding Paperback
ISBN 1853175994

Product Code: 756787947

Description

Nicholas Lowe (au); Gail M. Zimmerman (fr). Psoriasis is one of the most common skin diseases, affecting one in 50 adults. Its markings can make patients feel ashamed & unattractive, which can lead to psychological distress. And when the skin symptoms combine with related ailments like psoriatic arthritis, patients can understandably become depressed & disabled. Here is a comprehensive, source of info. on psoriasis for the public. Contents: What is Psoriasis; Learning to live with Psoriasis; Psoriasis in special sites: scalp, nail, skin-fold & genitals; special treatments & care required; Psoriatic arthritis; Children with psoriasis; Topical therapy; Sunbathing, ultraviolet & PUVA therapy; Oral & injectable medications; Future hopes for finding a cure; Case studies; & Q&A about psoriasis. Color illus.

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