Disorders of the Hair and Nail: Diagnosis and Treatment

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 and tips and pearls in clinical practice and proven tips for accelerating the pace of diagnosis. Inside, you’ll find expert coverage of a wide array of disease, disorders, and more, including:

• Bullous Diseases
• Infective Nail disorders
• Bacterial Infections
• Onychomycosis
• Traumatic Nail Disorders and Ingrowing Nails
• Tumors of the Nail
• Hair loss in Children, Women, and Men
• Alopecia Areata
• Acute and Chronic Telogen Effluvium
• Scarring and Traction Alopecia
• Lichen Planopilaris
• Folliculitis Decalvans
• Psoriasis
• Dermatitis
• Pustular Dermatoses of the Scalp
• Dissecting Cellulitis
• Scalp Acneiform Eruptions
• Pustular Dermatoses of the Scalp
• Eyebrow, Eyelash, and Beard Alopecia