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Record Nr.

UNINA9910253945903321

Titolo

Management of Atopic Dermatitis : Methods and Challenges / / edited by Erica A. Fortson, Steven R. Feldman, Lindsay C. Strowd

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Cham : , : Springer International Publishing : , : Imprint : Springer, , 2017

ISBN

3-319-64804-7

Edizione

[1st ed. 2017.]

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (XIV, 210 p. 10 illus., 8 illus. in color.)

Collana

Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology, , 0065-2598 ; ; 1027

Disciplina

616.521

Soggetti

Dermatology

Epidemiology

Pathology

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references at the end of each chapters.

Nota di contenuto

Section 1: Pathophysiology -- Intro -- Background -- Pathophysiology -- Section 2: Presentation and evaluation -- Clinical presentation -- Atopic dermatitis complications -- Psychosocial impact of disease -- Stress and AD -- Economic impact -- Work-up -- Section 3: Therapeutics -- Treatment -- Other treatment components -- Compliance in AD treatment -- Managing the itch -- Education interventions -- The future of atopic dermatitis therapeutics.

Sommario/riassunto

This book is designed to provide a foundation of knowledge regarding the epidemiology, pathogenesis, and clinical presentation of atopic dermatitis in both pediatric and adult patients. It provides an overview of the mechanism and presentation of atopic dermatitis and focuses on the management methods experienced dermatologists have used to successfully manage atopic dermatitis. This book provides physicians with insights into the management of atopic dermatitis, such as alternative treatments for pruritus, psychosocial impact on patients and families, assessing patient compliance, and patient resources. This book also: Provides proven strategies for treating atopic dermatitis Helps providers create a treatment plan for their atopic patients Aids physicians in developing techniques for assessing patient compliance Thoroughly addresses the significant economic and psychosocial impact of atopic dermatitis.