Dental Abscess
Chapter 95 Dental Abscess Erin A. Lyden Definition and Epidemiology The term dental abscess is used to describe any abscess found in the tissues around the tooth. The most common…
Smell and Taste Disturbances
Chapter 93 Smell and Taste Disturbances Margaret Mahoney, Catherine M. Franklin, Patricia A. Reidy, Emily Kawacki Sheff, Daniel E. Kane, Elissa Ladd, Patrice K. Nicholas, Jason R. Lucey Definition and…
Principles of Dermatologic Therapy
Chapter 40 Principles of Dermatologic Therapy Kathryn K. Ellis, Kathryn R. Colcher Definition and Epidemiology The critical first step in treating any dermatologic condition is accurate diagnosis. Other important components…
Chronic Nasal Congestion and Discharge
Chapter 88 Chronic Nasal Congestion and Discharge Catherine M. Franklin, Patricia A. Reidy, Daniel E. Kane, Emily Karwacki Sheff, Elissa Ladd, Margaret Ann Mahoney, Patrice K. Nicholas Definition and Epidemiology…
Surgical Office Procedures
Chapter 39 Surgical Office Procedures Glen Blair The skin is the largest organ of the human body and the only organ that is nearly completely visible to examination by the…
Hidradenitis Suppurativa (Acne Inversa)
Chapter 56 Hidradenitis Suppurativa (Acne Inversa) Maria Isabel Romano Definition and Epidemiology Hidradenitis suppurativa, also referred to as acne inversa or cicatrizing perifolliculitis, has long been considered a disease of…
Thermal Injuries
Chapter 37 Thermal Injuries Karen S. Abate Heat-Related Illness Definition and Epidemiology Heat-related illnesses are a continuum of conditions related to sensitivity and acclimation to heat. In all heat-related illnesses,…
