The 18th edition of this classic dermatology book, formerly published as Roxburgh's Common Skin Diseases, has been thoroughly revised and updated and continues to be an essential core text for the busy general practitioner and the dermatology trainee.

Presented in a colourful, reader-friendly way with over 400 detailed illustrations, the text presents a succinct account of the subject, starting with the basic science and then moving through clinical manifestations, diagnostic techniques, treatment and clinical management of the most common skin disorders. Concise text, key point boxes and chapter summaries will help medical students with their all-important exam revision.
More comprehensive, and written at a modern diagnostic level with techniques and surgical treatments, the book retains all the features that have made previous editions so successful: numerous colour illustrations, clear down to earth style, rapid access to information, real-life case studies and invaluable chapter summaries.




Newly designed and extensively illustrated with over 400 full-colour photographs to aid rapid diagnosis
An invaluable new glossary and new chapters on cosmetics and surgical treatment techniques
New multiple choice questions for self assessment, review and testing
Expanded sections on tropical diseases and skin conditions affecting the traveler
With a new co-author bringing a wealth of surgical experience, this book is written by two leading dermatologists with international recognition



Table of Contents:
Glossary
1.An introduction to the skin and skin disease
2. Signs & symptoms of skin disease
3. Skin damage from environmental hazards
4. Skin infections
5. Infestations insect bites & stings
6. Skin disease & the traveller
7. Immunologically mediated skin diseases
8. Blistering disorders
9. Skin disorders in AIDS, immunodeficiency & venereal disease
10. Eczema (Dermatitis)
11. Psoriasis and Lichen Planus
12. Acne and Rosacea and similar disorders
13. Wound healing and ulcers
14. Benign tumours, moles, birthmarks & cysts
15. Malignant disease of the skin
16. Skin problems in infancy and old age
17. Pregnancy And the Skin
18. Disorders of keratinization and other genodermatoses
19. Metabolic disorders and histiocytic proliferative disorders
20. Disorders of hair and nail
21. Systemic disease and the skin
22. Disorders of pigmentation
23. Management of skin disease
24. Surgical treatment of skin disorders
25. Cosmetic aspects of dermatology
26. The future of dermatological practice