Vermaak E and McHugh N. IntJ Clin Rheumatol 2012;7:197–215. Dermatomyositis: the signs What should I look for? • Diagnostic. Fig. 19.8 Dermatomyositis: periorbital oedema simulating angio-oedema or an acute contact dermatitis. Fig.
(Differential diagnosissubacute cutaneous LE—see b p.372.) Uncommon Juvenile spring eruption: uncommon. Mainly in boys in spring and • summer. Itching, uncomfortable papules and vesicles on exposed helices of the ears.
Uncommon • Juvenile spring eruption: mainly boys in spring/summer. ... Itching papules evolve into chronic nodules and plaques. rash is maximal in spring and summer. all exposed skin is ... JPhotochem Photobiol B: Biol 2001;64:93–8.
This handbook promotes a patient-centred approach and good communication, and clinicians are encouraged to use simple quality of life measures to evaluate the impact of skin conditions on the patient.
Oxford Handbook Of Medical Dermatology
Provides practical and accessible advice on how to reach a diagnosis or create a management plan when faced with patients with a range of skin conditions.