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Skin Conditions

Editors' Choice of Best Available Content

This collection features the best content from AFP, as identified by the AFP editors, 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.

Categories

Examination, Signs, Symptoms

Acne

Cancer, Premalignant Lesions

Editorials and Letters

Improving Practice

Examination, Signs, Symptoms
08/15/2020	Henoch-Schönlein Purpura (IgA Vasculitis): Rapid Evidence Review
08/01/2019	Hirsutism in Women
07/15/2019	Erythema Multiforme: Recognition and Management
09/01/2018	Annular Lesions: Diagnosis and Treatment
01/15/2018	Noninfectious Penile Lesions
01/01/2018	Pityriasis Rosea: Diagnosis and Treatment
12/15/2017	Pigmentation Disorders: Diagnosis and Management
09/15/2017	Hair Loss: Common Causes and Treatment
03/15/2016	American Academy of Pediatrics Releases Report on Infantile Hemangiomas [Practice Guidelines]
10/01/2015	Diagnosing Common Benign Skin Tumors
08/01/2015	Common Skin Rashes in Children
06/15/2013	Dermatologic Conditions in Skin of Color: Part I. Special Considerations for Common Skin Disorders
06/15/2013	Dermatologic Conditions in Skin of Color: Part II. Disorders Occurring Predominately in Skin of Color
10/01/2010	Dermatologic Emergencies
03/15/2010	The Generalized Rash: Part I. Differential Diagnosis
03/15/2010	The Generalized Rash: Part II. Diagnostic Approach
01/01/2008	Newborn Skin: Part I. Common Rashes
01/01/2008	Newborn Skin: Part II. Birthmarks
09/01/2007	Management of Foreign Bodies in the Skin
01/15/2007	Common Skin Conditions During Pregnancy
08/15/2000	Evaluating the Febrile Patient with a Rash
Acne
10/15/2020	Trifarotene (Aklief) for the Treatment of Acne [STEPS]
08/15/2020	Sarecycline (Seysara) for the Treatment of Acne [STEPS]
10/15/2019	Acne Vulgaris: Diagnosis and Treatment
06/15/2018	Oxymetazoline Hydrochloride 1% Cream (Rhofade) for Persistent Facial Erythema Associated with Rosacea [STEPS]
06/01/2017	Acne Vulgaris: Treatment Guidelines from the AAD [Practice Guidelines]
09/15/2016	Ivermectin 1% Cream (Soolantra) for Inflammatory Lesions of Rosacea [STEPS]
09/01/2016	Family Physicians Are Well Suited to Prescribe Isotretinoin [Editorials]
08/01/2015	Rosacea: Diagnosis and Treatment
09/01/2013	Minocycline for Acne Vulgaris [Cochrane for Clinicians]
06/15/2011	Adapelene/Benzoyl Peroxide (Epiduo) for Acne Vulgaris [STEPS]
02/15/2010	Dapsone (Aczone) 5% Gel for the Treatment of Acne [STEPS]
Cancer, Premalignant Lesions
09/15/2020	Basal Cell and Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinomas: Diagnosis and Treatment
02/01/2020	Accuracy of Dermoscopy vs. Visual Inspection for Diagnosing Melanoma in Adults [Cochrane for Clinicians]
09/15/2016	Screening for Skin Cancer: Recommendation Statement [U.S. Preventive Services Task Force]
06/01/2015	Atypical Moles: Diagnosis and Management
10/15/2012	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]
10/15/2010	Sunscreen Use for Skin Cancer Prevention [FPIN's Clinical Inquiries]
11/15/2008	Clinical Diagnosis of Melanoma [Point-of-Care Guides]
07/15/2008	Basal Cell Carcinoma [Clinical Evidence Handbook]
07/15/2005	Cutaneous Melanoma: Update on Prevention, Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment
09/15/1998	Recognizing Neoplastic Skin Lesions: A Photo Guide
Dermatitis
03/15/2021	Topical Corticosteroids: Choice and Application
05/15/2020	Atopic Dermatitis: Diagnosis and Treatment
11/15/2019	Hydrogen Peroxide 40% (Eskata) for Seborrheic Keratosis [STEPS]
11/01/2019	Oral H₁ Antihistamines as Add-on Therapy to Topical Treatment for Eczema [Cochrane for Clinicians]
09/15/2018	Crisaborole (Eucrisa) for Mild to Moderate Atopic Dermatitis [STEPS]
01/01/2018	Effectiveness of Moisturizers in the Treatment of Patients with Eczema [Cochrane for Clinicians]
03/01/2017	Topical Medications for Seborrheic Dermatitis [FPIN's Help Desk Answers]
10/01/2016	Topical Tacrolimus for Eczema [Cochrane for Clinicians]
02/01/2015	Diagnosis and Treatment of Seborrheic Dermatitis
12/01/2014	Management of Atopic Dermatitis: Guideline from the American Academy of Dermatology [Practice Guidelines]
04/15/2012	Complementary and Alternative Therapies for Atopic Dermatitis [FPIN's Clinical Inquiries]
08/01/2010	Diagnosis and Management of Contact Dermatitis
05/01/2007	Seborrheic Dermatitis [Clinical Evidence Handbook]
02/01/1999	Exfoliative Dermatitis
Folliculitis
11/01/2019	Hidradenitis Suppurativa: Rapid Evidence Review
Hyperhidrosis
09/15/2019	Glycopyrronium (Qbrexza) Topical Wipes for Hyperhidrosis [STEPS]
06/01/2018	Hyperhidrosis: Management Options
Infections
02/01/2021	Topical and Device-Based Treatment of Toenail Onychomycosis [Cochrane for Clinicians]
06/15/2020	Ozenoxacin (Xepi) for the Treatment of Impetigo [STEPS]
05/15/2019	Lice and Scabies: Treatment Update
09/01/2018	Antibiotics for Uncomplicated Skin Abscesses After Incision and Drainage: BMJ Rapid Recommendation [Practice Guidelines]
08/15/2018	Delafloxacin (Baxdela) for Skin Infections [STEPS]
08/01/2018	Terbinafine for Onychomycosis [Medicine by the Numbers]
11/01/2016	Topical Antifungals for Treatment of Onychomycosis [FPIN's Help Desk Answers]
11/15/2015	Scabies [Clinical Evidence Handbook]
09/15/2015	Skin and Soft Tissue Infections
07/15/2015	Fungal Toenail Infections [Clinical Evidence Handbook]
11/15/2014	Diagnosis and Management of Tinea Infections
09/01/2014	Management of External Genital Warts
08/15/2014	Impetigo: Diagnosis and Treatment
06/15/2014	Ivermectin Lotion (Sklice) for Head Lice [STEPS]
04/01/2014	Intertrigo and Secondary Skin Infections
12/01/2013	Onychomycosis: Current Trends in Diagnosis and Treatment
06/15/2013	Spinosad (Natroba) for Head Lice [STEPS]
12/01/2011	Treatment of Nongenital Warts [FPIN's Clinical Inquiries]
08/01/2011	Treatment of Nongenital Cutaneous Warts
11/01/2010	Nongenital Herpes Simplex Virus
Lichen Planus
07/01/2011	Diagnosis and Treatment of Lichen Planus
Nail Disorders
08/01/2019	Ingrown Toenail Management
07/01/2017	Acute and Chronic Paronychia
04/15/2012	Evaluation of Nail Abnormalities
Psoriasis
05/01/2013	Psoriasis
03/01/2010	Topical Treatments for Chronic Plaque Psoriasis [Cochrane for Clinicians]
Procedures
04/01/2020	Cutaneous Cryosurgery for Common Skin Conditions
05/15/2017	Laceration Repair: A Practical Approach
08/01/2014	Botulinum Toxin Injection for Facial Wrinkles
06/15/2014	Infiltrative Anesthesia in Office Practice
10/01/2013	Dermoscopy for the Family Physician
11/01/2011	Shave and Punch Biopsy for Skin Lesions
12/01/2009	Aesthetic Procedures in Office Practice
06/01/2003	The Basic Z-Plasty
04/01/2003	Fusiform Excision
10/01/2002	Electrosurgery for the Skin
07/01/2002	Principles of Office Anesthesia Part II: Topical Anesthesia
04/01/2002	Minimal Excision Technique for Epidermoid (Sebaceous) Cysts
03/01/2002	Lipoma Excision
Ulcers
02/01/2020	Chronic Wounds: Evaluation and Management
09/01/2019	Venous Ulcers: Diagnosis and Treatment
05/15/2017	Venous Leg Ulcers [Clinical Evidence Handbook]
11/15/2015	Common Questions About Pressure Ulcers
02/01/2012	Diagnosis and Management of Genital Ulcers
03/01/2007	Effectiveness of Dressings for Healing Venous Leg Ulcers [Cochrane for Clinicians]
Editorials and Letters
08/01/2014	Cosmetic Procedures in Family Medicine [Editorials]
04/01/2021	Case Report: Chest-Wall Lump Yields a Surprising Diagnosis [Letters to the Editor] new
Improving Practice
From FPM AAFP's Peer-Reviewed Practice Improvement Journal
03/01/2019	Skin Deep: How to Properly Code for Biopsies and Lesion Removal
10/01/2005	Don’t Get Burned Coding Common Skin Procedures