Essentials in Dermatology, Venereology & Leprology

This book provides all essentials for learning dermatology, venereology and leprosy to undergraduates and PG aspirants. The text is presented in a bulleted format. A simplified concept has been given with more than 600 clinical photographs, over 100 illustrations and histological representations of various skin diseases and their presentation. Footnotes that elaborate certain words of text is the special feature of this book. Many flow charts and tables have been added for a quick grasp of the related topic. Differential diagnosis of important diseases has been given to aid the budding doctors in proper patient evaluation.

• Every disease condition is well explained with its epidemiology, etiology, clinical features, differential diagnosis, laboratory abnormalities, investigations, management and treatment.
• Brief descriptions of all dermatologic lesions has been highlighted in coloured boxes for easy learning.
• The book consists of 25 chapters in five section: dermatology, venereology, leprosy, cosmetology and Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome.
• Chapters on cosmetic dermatology and dermatosurgery, lasers in dermatology, psychosexual dysfunctions, HIV infection and AIDS have been included keeping in mind the recent developments.
• Essential preparation guide for those appearing in various PG entrance examinations.