Description
Dermatology of Diversity
Book Summary
This pioneering work offers the dermatologist a complete diagnostic and treatment manual that addresses human variability in its somatic, geographic, and cultural dimensions. The reader will find a detailed analysis of dermatological particularities linked to population diversity, including specificities related to intense melanin pigmentation, tightly coiled hair, and the therapeutic adaptations necessary in each case. The book examines both clinical aspects and the aesthetic and psychological impact of these conditions, providing a practical tool for daily clinical practice.
What is it about?
The book addresses dermatology from a global perspective that recognizes human diversity as a determining factor in clinical practice. The authors dedicate significant space to the practical situations faced by dermatologists, with iconography carefully selected for its pedagogical value.
The work examines the dermatological particularities that can be linked to population diversity, affecting both the skin and the scalp, and which have a major aesthetic and psychological impact. It details the specificities related to intense melanin pigmentation or tightly coiled hair, both in terms of diagnosis and therapy, including adaptations of techniques and specific indications.
It also addresses the consequences of exposure to specific environments, especially tropical ones, and culturally marked practices. The book includes a more global perspective that incorporates geopolitical aspects to illustrate the growing weight of globalization on health.
Main Topics
- Human variability in dermatology from somatic, geographic, and cultural perspectives
- Diagnostic and therapeutic particularities in skin with intense melanin pigmentation
- Specifics of tightly coiled hair and its clinical approach
- Adaptations of therapeutic techniques according to ethnic and population characteristics
- Aesthetic and psychological impact of dermatological conditions in diverse populations
- Influence of tropical environmental factors and cultural practices on skin health
- Globalization and its effect on contemporary dermatological practice
Who is it recommended for?
This book is intended for practicing dermatologists, dermatology residents, and general practitioners with an interest in the specialty. It is also useful for health professionals working in multicultural contexts or regions with diverse populations, as well as for researchers interested in the relationship between human diversity and skin conditions.
What this book offers
- A comprehensive and updated approach to diversity in dermatology, being the first manual dedicated exclusively to this topic
- Diagnostic and therapeutic tools adapted to the particularities of different skin and hair types
- Pedagogical iconography carefully selected to facilitate the identification of conditions in diverse populations
- Multidisciplinary perspective that integrates social sciences, research methodologies, and geopolitical aspects
- Practical guide for managing dermatological conditions with significant aesthetic and psychological impact
Technical Specifications
- Author: Mahe
- Publisher: Elsevier
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: Medicine, General Medicine
- Collection: Medicine
- Binding: Paperback
- Edition date: February 2024
- Weight: 1007 g
Editorial Review
Dermatologia de la Diversidad represents a necessary and timely contribution to contemporary dermatological literature. Its inclusive and global approach responds to a growing demand in current clinical practice, where population diversity is an inescapable reality. The work stands out for its scientific rigor combined with a social and cultural perspective that enriches the understanding of skin conditions. It is especially valuable for professionals seeking to update their knowledge in an area that has traditionally been little explored, offering practical tools that improve diagnostic and therapeutic capacity in diverse contexts.