Using a practical and problem-focused approach, this updated, full-color Second edition of Mild-to-Moderate Psoriasis equips dermatologists, internists, family practitioners, and residents with a state-of-the-art guide to the clinical management of mild-to-moderate psoriasis.

This resource explores new treatments for the condition and provides clinicians with up-to-date management strategies for optimum patient management.

New to the Second edition:

• updates on topical corticosteroids, calcipotriene, tazarotene, tars, anthralin, salicylic acid, and phototherapy
• new treatments such as tazarotene gel, scalp psoriasis treatment, topical vitamin D, and analogs
• chapters devoted to lasers and adhesive patches
• expanded coverage on scalp psoriasis

Contents

1. Introduction to Mild-to-Moderate Psoriasis
2. General Approach to Psoriasis Treatment
3. General Guidelines for Administration of Topical Agents in the Treatment of Mild-to-Moderate Psoriasis
4. Topical Corticosteroids
5. Vitamin D3 Analogs
6. Fixed-Dose Corticosteroid/Calcipotriene Combination Therapy
7. Topical Tazarotene
8. Topical Calcineurin Inhibitors
9. Treatment of Mild-to-Moderate Psoriasis with Coal Tar, Anthralin, Salicylic Acid, and Lactic Acid
10. Phototherapy and Laser for the Treatment of Mild-to-Moderate Psoriasis
11. Topical Sequential Therapy of Psoriasis
12. Combination Therapy
13. New Developments in Topical Psoriasis Therapy
14. Palmoplantar Psoriasis
15. Scalp Psoriasis
16. Inverse Psoriasis
17. Psoriasis of the Nails

Index

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