Skin signs of systemic infections and neoplastic diseases.

Skin signs of systemic infections and neoplastic diseases. G Ital Dermatol Venereol. 2017 Jul 26;: Authors: Manuelyan KL, Bogdanov IA, Darlenski RB Abstract In recent years, emphasis on the physical examination has made way for a plethora of laboratory tests and sophisticated imaging diagnostic techniques. In addition, we are witnessing an underestimation of dermatology as a specialty around the world, which is accepted as an ambulatory specialty on the border of cosmetology and beautification. However, recognizing specific cutaneous clinical signs can facilitate timely diagnosis of various systemic infections and neoplastic diseases. Thus, a skilled dermatologist can play an essential role in the multidisciplinary team, involved in the care for systemically ill patients. In this article, we will focus on some life threatening systemic infections in which the skin changes can be a major clue for the diagnosis. Recent deadly epidemics will also be focused. We will also give classic examples of paraneoplastic skin conditions. PMID: 28748685 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Giornale Italiano di Dermatologia e Venereologia - Category: Dermatology Tags: G Ital Dermatol Venereol Source Type: research