| Dermatology is the medical specialty
concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the skin (integumentary
system).
Examples of skin condtions include:
Acne
Rosacea;
Acne
Vulgaris;
Dermatitis;
Eczema;
Herpes
Simplex;
Herpes
Zoster;
Impetigo;
Psoriasis;
Warts.
There is much interest in the use of Holistic Treatments for Skin Conditions,
or "Holistic Dermatology". This can take various forms such as Hypnosis,
Homeopathy, Bach
Flower Remedies, and Subliminal
Mind-Training or Relaxation
Techniques (in the cases of conditions that may be exacerbated by stress/anxiety).
However, it is recommended to consult your usual physician in cases of
all new and/or changing skin conditions. Aspects of dermatology are taught as required parts of courses in most
bodywork, beauty, and holistic therapies.
To read more about medical
dermatology visit "The
Electronic Textbook of Dermatology"
(a website intended
primary for trained clinical dermatologists, but also an excellent reference
of general interest).
Associated Terms:
* _ A medical specialist
in the field of dermatology is called an
dermatologist.
* _ The adjective used
to refer to dermatology is
"dermatological".
Links to other relevant areas on this website include:
* _ Labelled Diagram
of the Structure of Skin.
* _ Skin
Pigmentation Conditions.
* _ Glossary Section for The
Structures of Skin.
* _ Glossary Section for
Common
Skin Conditions (Diseases & Disorders).
* _ Glossary Section
for General
Medical Terms.
This part of the IvyRose Holistic Resources Glossary is included as a
study-aid for students following first-level courses in human biology,
medicine, nursing, natural or holistic therapies, and associated theoretical
courses - who are required recognise and understand medical terms such
as those of the disciplines within medicine.
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