100 Questions & Answers About Psoriasis

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Pub. Date: 2004-11-30
Publisher(s): Jones & Bartlett
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Summary

If you suffer from psoriasis, or have a friend or relative who does, this book offers help. The only volume available to provide the doctor’s and patient’s views, 100 Questions & Answers About Psoriasis gives you authoritative, practical answers to your questions about choosing a dermatologist, treatment options, coping strategies, sources of support, and much more. In clear, accessible style, two expert dermatologists specializing in treating psoriasis describe the latest medical knowledge—-including the new generation of psoriasis drugs—-and practical tips on what psoriasis is and what you can do to treat your condition, from mild to the most severe, effectively. Featuring insider advice from an actual patient, this book is an invaluable resource for anyone coping with the physical and emotional turmoil of this potentially debilitating disease.

Table of Contents

Introduction v
Foreword vi
Part 1. The Basics
1(26)
Questions 1--15 cover basic information about the skin and psoriasis, including
What is skin?
What is psoriasis?
What causes psoriasis?
Who gets psoriasis?
Part 2. Diagnosis
27(12)
Questions 16--23 describe how psoriasis and related conditions are diagnosed
How does someone know whether he or she has psoriasis?
If I have psoriasis, am I at risk for other diseases as well?
If I have a biopsy, how do I interpret the results?
What information should I bring to my dermatologist appointment?
Part 3. Risk, Prevention, and Epidemiology
39(20)
Questions 24--33 discuss factors contributing to psoriasis, including
Are there different types of psoriasis?
Is psoriasis genetic? Will I give it to my children, or will I get it if a relative has the disease?
Does psoriasis always get better or worse?
Why do some people have mild psoriasis and others have severe disease?
Part 4. Treatment
59(72)
Questions 34--81 detail treatment options for psoriasis, such as
What options do I have to treat my psoriasis, and do I need to treat it to keep it from getting worse?
How can I decide which treatment is best for me?
Are there different treatments for different kinds of psoriasis?
Does health insurance cover psoriasis treatment?
How do I select a dermatologist?
Part 5. Social Effects of Psoriasis
131(26)
Questions 82--100 describe common problems affecting the day-to-day life of people with psoriasis
I don't have health insurance. How can I get care for my psoriasis?
What are common problems faced by people with psoriasis?
How do people usually feel about psoriasis?
Appendix 157(4)
Glossary 161(12)
Index 173

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