, Paediatric Cases in
Coloured Skin
Dermatology is a visual discipline in which observation to detail is key to accurate diagnosis, especially
in children. This book for clinicians provides a clear and easy guide to identify skin diseases in children
with coloured skin. It discusses more than 112 skin problems with over 192 colour photographs following
a logical organization with picture-based Q&A at the end. It features skin problems specifc to children
such as haemangiomas, congenital naevi, neurocutaneous syndromes, napkin rash, etc., as well as those
also seen in adults such as psoriasis, lichen planus, and eczema. This book also covers tropical diseases
such as cutaneous tuberculosis, leishmaniasis, fungal infections, and leprosy.
KEY FEATURES
• Highlights the differences in clinical presentation in children having coloured skin
• Stimulates the interest in tropical dermatology and skin problems in coloured skin, among
medical students, trainees, general practitioners, paediatricians, and dermatologists
• Features high-quality colour photographs and concise, practical text for accurate diagnosis and
effective treatment
,
, Paediatric Cases
in Coloured Skin
Ranthilaka R. Gammanpila MBBS MD
Department of Dermatology
Teaching Hospital Kalutara, Sri Lanka
Ajith P. Kannangara MBBS MD
Department of Dermatology
Teaching Hospital Kalutara, Sri Lanka
Coloured Skin
Dermatology is a visual discipline in which observation to detail is key to accurate diagnosis, especially
in children. This book for clinicians provides a clear and easy guide to identify skin diseases in children
with coloured skin. It discusses more than 112 skin problems with over 192 colour photographs following
a logical organization with picture-based Q&A at the end. It features skin problems specifc to children
such as haemangiomas, congenital naevi, neurocutaneous syndromes, napkin rash, etc., as well as those
also seen in adults such as psoriasis, lichen planus, and eczema. This book also covers tropical diseases
such as cutaneous tuberculosis, leishmaniasis, fungal infections, and leprosy.
KEY FEATURES
• Highlights the differences in clinical presentation in children having coloured skin
• Stimulates the interest in tropical dermatology and skin problems in coloured skin, among
medical students, trainees, general practitioners, paediatricians, and dermatologists
• Features high-quality colour photographs and concise, practical text for accurate diagnosis and
effective treatment
,
, Paediatric Cases
in Coloured Skin
Ranthilaka R. Gammanpila MBBS MD
Department of Dermatology
Teaching Hospital Kalutara, Sri Lanka
Ajith P. Kannangara MBBS MD
Department of Dermatology
Teaching Hospital Kalutara, Sri Lanka
