Skin Conditions

This collection features AFP content deemed current by the AFP online medical editor on common skin conditions and related issues, including acne, dermatitis, dermatologic emergencies, generalized rash, lichen planus, nail disorders, newborn skin, office procedures, premalignant lesions, and psoriasis. New research may affect the interpretation and application of this material. Clinical judgment is advised. Note that AFP content published within the past 12 months is accessible to AAFP members and paid subscribers only.

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Last Update: 04/30/2013

Examination, Signs, Symptoms Acne Cancer, Premalignant Lesions Dermatitis Infections Lichen Planus

Nail Disorders Psoriasis Procedures Editorials and Letters Improving Practice

Examination, Signs, Symptoms

• Dermatologic Emergencies (10/01/2010)
• The Generalized Rash: Part I. Differential Diagnosis (03/15/2010)
• The Generalized Rash: Part II. Diagnostic Approach (03/15/2010)
• Newborn Skin: Part I. Common Rashes (01/01/2008)
• Newborn Skin: Part II. Birthmarks (01/01/2008)
• Management of Foreign Bodies in the Skin (09/01/2007)
• Common Skin Conditions During Pregnancy (01/15/2007)
• Evaluating the Febrile Patient with a Rash (08/15/2000)

Acne

• Diagnosis and Treatment of Acne (10/15/2012)
• Adapelene/Benzoyl Peroxide (Epiduo) for Acne Vulgaris [STEPS] (06/15/2011)
• Treatment Options for Acne Rosacea (09/01/2009)
• Dapsone (Aczone) 5% Gel for the Treatment of Acne [STEPS] (02/15/2010)
• Use of Systemic Agents in the Treatment of Acne Vulgaris (10/15/2000)
• Topical Therapy for Acne (01/15/2000)

Cancer, Premalignant Lesions

• Behavioral Counseling to Prevent Skin Cancer [Putting Prevention into Practice] (10/15/2012)
• Behavioral Counseling to Prevent Skin Cancer: Recommendation Statement [U.S. Preventive Services Task Force] (10/15/2012)
• Diagnosis and Treatment of Basal Cell and Squamous Cell Carcinoma (07/15/2012)
• Sunscreen Use for Skin Cancer Prevention [FPIN's Clinical Inquiries] (10/15/2010)
• Clinical Diagnosis of Melanoma [Point-of-Care Guides] (11/15/2008)
• Atypical Moles (09/15/2008)
• Basal Cell Carcinoma [Clinical Evidence Handbook] (07/15/2008)
• Cutaneous Melanoma: Update on Prevention, Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment (07/15/2005)
• Diagnosis and Management of Malignant Melanoma (04/01/2001)
• Prevention and Early Detection of Malignant Melanoma (11/15/2000)
• Early Detection and Treatment of Skin Cancer (07/15/2000)
• Recognizing Neoplastic Skin Lesions: A Photo Guide (09/15/1998)

Dermatitis

• Atopic Dermatitis: An Overview (07/01/2012)
• Complementary and Alternative Therapies for Atopic Dermatitis [FPIN's Clinical Inquiries] (04/15/2012)
• Diagnosis and Management of Contact Dermatitis (08/01/2010)
• Choosing Topical Corticosteroids (01/15/2009)
• Seborrheic Dermatitis [Clinical Evidence Handbook] (05/01/2007)
• Treatment Options for Atopic Dermatitis (02/15/2007)
• Seborrheic Dermatitis: An Overview (07/01/2006)
• Topical Tacrolimus: A New Therapy for Atopic Dermatitis (11/15/2002)
• Exfoliative Dermatitis (02/01/1999)

Infections

• Pediculosis and Scabies: A Treatment Update (09/15/2012)
• Treatment of Nongenital Warts [FPIN's Clinical Inquiries] (12/01/2011)
• Treatment of Nongenital Cutaneous Warts (08/01/2011)
• Nongenital Herpes Simplex Virus (11/01/2010)
• Skin and Soft Tissue Infections in Immunocompetent Patients (04/01/2010)
• IDSA Releases Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Skin and Soft Tissue Infections [Practice Guidelines] (10/01/2006)
• Diagnosis and Treatment of Impetigo (03/15/2007)
• Herpes Zoster and Postherpetic Neuralgia: Prevention and Management (09/15/2005)
• Intertrigo and Common Secondary Skin Infections (09/01/2005)
• Dermatophyte Infections (01/01/2003)
• Topical Treatment of Common Superficial Tinea Infections (05/15/2002)

Lichen Planus

• Diagnosis and Treatment of Lichen Planus (07/01/2011)

Nail Disorders

• Evaluation of Nail Abnormalities (04/15/2012)
• Acute and Chronic Paronychia (03/15/2001)

Psoriasis

• Psoriasis (05/01/2013)
• Topical Treatments for Chronic Plaque Psoriasis [Cochrane for Clinicians] (03/01/2010)
• Chronic Plaque Psoriasis (02/15/2006)

Procedures

• Cutaneous Cryosurgery (12/15/2012)
• Shave and Punch Biopsy for Skin Lesions (11/01/2011)
• Aesthetic Procedures in Office Practice (12/01/2009)
• Essentials of Skin Laceration Repair (10/15/2008)
• The Basic Z-Plasty (06/01/2003)
• Fusiform Excision (04/01/2003)
• Electrosurgery for the Skin (10/01/2002)
• Principles of Office Anesthesia Part II: Topical Anesthesia (07/01/2002)
• Minimal Excision Technique for Epidermoid (Sebaceous) Cysts (04/01/2002)
• Lipoma Excision (03/01/2002)

Editorials and Letters

• Punch Biopsies Are Not the Way to Diagnose Melanoma [Letters to the Editor] (11/01/2002)

Improving Practice

From Family Practice Management

AAFP's Journal of Practice Improvement

• Don’t Get Burned Coding Common Skin Procedures (10/01/2005)