Dermatology

Table of Contents

1. Core Concepts of Pediatric Dermatology
2. Functions of the skin
3. Anatomy of the Skin
4. Principles of Diagnosis
   1. Physical exam
   2. Terminology of skin lesions
   3. Primary lesions
   4. Secondary lesions
   5. Distribution of lesions
5. Newborn Rashes
6. Birthmarks
7. Inflammation of the skin
8. Acne
9. Pityriasis rosea
10. Acanthosis nigricans
11. Melanomas
12. Hairloss
13. Genodermatoses
14. Red spots
15. Infections
16. Physical abuse
17. Malnutrition
18. Glossary

Terminology of skin lesions

A special vocabulary is used in describing the morphologic appearance of skin lesions. It is predominantly Latin and some find it confusing/annoying. However, if one can describe accurately the skin lesion or eruption, it is much easier to diagnose.