Skin Disorders in Migrants

This richly illustrated book is a comprehensive guide to the dermatologic disorders that may be encountered in refugees and other migrants. It will equip readers to diagnose and treat a diverse range of skin diseases and conditions, including, but not limited to, infections caused by bacteria, virus...

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Morrone, Aldo (Editor), Hay, Roderick (Editor), Naafs, Bernard (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Cham Springer International Publishing 2020, 2020
Edition:1st ed. 2020
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • Chapter 1. What does it mean to be a migrant, asylum seeker or refugee – current global situation
  • Chapter 2. Medical, Social and Civic Needs of Displaced Persons
  • Chapter 3. Viral Dermatoses
  • Chapter 4. Bacterial Dermatoses
  • Chapter 5. Non-venereal Treponematoses
  • Chapter 6. Fungal Infections
  • Chapter 7. Protozoan Dermatoses
  • Chapter 8. Helminthic Dermatoses
  • Chapter 9. Dermatoses caused by arthropods
  • Chapter 10. Eczema and Dermatitis
  • Chapter 11. Maculo-papulo-squamous Dermatoses
  • Chapter 12. Bullous Diseases
  • Chapter 13. Connective Tissue Disorders
  • Chapter 14. Urticaria and Drug-induced Eruptions
  • Chapter 15. Hair, Nails and Sweat Glands Disorders
  • Chapter 16. Benign Cutaneous Neoplasms
  • Chapter 17. Malignant Cutaneous Neoplasms
  • Chapter 18. Sexually transmitted infections and migration
  • Chapter 19. Rare diseases including NTDs and their management
  • Chapter 20. Abuse, self-harm, torture signs and PTSD
  • Chapter 21. Female Genital Mutilation
  • Chapter 22. Right and Agencies (Health)
  • Chapter 23. Access to Care and Facilities for Care
  • Chapter 24. Understanding and Working with Traditional Beliefs, Cultures and Practices (Cupping, Coining, and other Ethno-dermatoses)
  • Chapter 25. What diseases occur where
  • Chapter 26. Essential Medicines for Immediate Care in Refugee Camps
  • Chapter 27. How to Recognize Skin Signs of Potentially Life-Threatening or Disabling Diseases (Malnutrition Driven Skin Disorders)