Dermatology

Table of Contents

1. Core Concepts of Pediatric Dermatology
2. Functions of the skin
3. Anatomy of the Skin
4. Principles of Diagnosis
5. Newborn Rashes
6. Birthmarks
7. Inflammation of the skin
   1. Atopic dermatitis
   2. Pityriasis alba
   3. Postinflammatory hypopigmentation
   4. Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation
   5. Contact dermatitis
   6. Diaper dermatitis
   7. Seborrheic dermatitis
   8. Psoriasis
   9. Sunburn
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

Postinflammatory hypopigmentation

Postinflammatory hypopigmentation occurs due to trauma and injury to melanocytes and epidermal cells which results in melanocyte dysfunction and loss with decreased pigment production and transfer.

More Info: Postinflammatory hypopigmenation