Medi-Vision Medical Signs Online

First, the basic principles of taking a dermatological history are demonstrated in a woman with long-standing small plaque psoriasis and one with dermatitis, and their physical findings shown, along with those of a boy with atopic dermatitis and a man with large plaque psoriasis and dystrophic nails. In the discussion, the pathophysiology of psoriasis and eczema are reviewed, and the terminology used to describe skin lesions reviewed with reference to slides.

Leprosy is caused by an acid-fast bacillus, and among the communicable diseases is traditionally associated with the greatest fear and social stigma. It affects mainly the skin, and peripheral nerves, and carries the greatest potential for permanent, progressive and obvious disfiguration and disability. In the early stages it is now curable, and on this film we learn about all aspects of the disease through presentation and discussion of 14 patients filmed with experts in China...

This 5th DVD on Oral Medicine features patients with Pemphigus Vulgaris and Pemphigoid, plus detailed discussions with Prof Steven Challacombe of Guy's Hospital, London.