Disorders of the Hair and Nail: Diagnosis and Treatment (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781260462470)

A quick-reference guide to the accurate diagnosis and safe, effective treatment of disorders of the hair and nail

From the basics of hair and nail anatomy and physiology to clear, effective diagnosis and treatment guidelines, Disorders of the Hair and Nail explains how to treat and manage disorders in patients of all ethnicities―quickly and effectively. Whether you're a dermatologist, primary care physician, PA, or NP, this unmatched guide provides everything you need to know about the most common disorders, including alopecia, psoriasis, and scalp and fungal nail infections, as well as more uncommon disorders.

Packed with 250 photos, Disorders of the Hair and Nail provides diagnostic tools, pearls in clinical practice, and tips for accelerating the pace of diagnosis. Inside, you'll find expert coverage of a wide array of disease and disorders, including:

• Bullous Diseases
• Bacterial Infections
• Onychomycosis
• Traumatic Nail Disorders and Ingrowing Nails
• Hair Loss in Children, Women, and Men
• Alopecia Areata
• Acute and Chronic Telogen Effluvium
• Lichen Planopilaris
• Folliculitis Decalvans
• Dissecting Cellulitis
• Psoriasis
• Dermatitis, and more