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Although hair is not essential for health and
survival in humans as it is in other mammals, changes in hair
growth density, pattern or alterations in its color and texture
can often lead to distress. In addition, these types of changes
can indicate underlying systemic disease, including endocrine,
genetic, metabolic, or nutritional and psychiatric disorders.
An Atlas of Hair and Scalp Diseases explores the enormous range
of changes in hair and its growth.
The atlas contains over 200 carefully selected color illustrations
accompanied by concise clinical information on diagnosis, practical
management, and recent advances in our knowledge and understanding
of each disorder. In nine chapters, it provides a comprehensive
view of the basic physiology of hair growth, congenital and hair
shaft abnormalities, including cosmetic damage to hair, loss and
overgrowth of hair, and abnormalities of the scalp, including
inflammatory, infective and malignant skin disease.
While not life-threatening, hair and scalp disease are widespread
and cause much distress. Physicians regularly see patients suffering
from these problems. A one-of-a-kind book, An Atlas of Hair and
Scalp Diseases provides access to a comprehensive collection of
physical signs and concise guidance to their significance that
will aid in quick and correct diagnoses and improved management
and care for patients.
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