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Bullous skin disorders

Article Abstract:

Pempigus vulgaris, dermatitis herpetiformis, erythema multiforme and pemphigoid are each distinct forms of primary bullous skin disorders. They may present similarily, but have different outcomes. Bullous pemphigoid and pemphigus vulgaris are immunologically mediated disorders which result in blisters, mainly in the axilla, groin and flexural areas. Treatments include powders, ointments and creams.

Author: Benbow, Maureen
Publisher: Macmillan Publishing Ltd.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 1996
Bullous pemphigoid

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Advancing dermatology nursing in the community

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Issues concerning the growing involvement of practice nurses in the care of patients with dermatological problems are discussed. The nurses offer advice, treatment and testing services.

Author: McKeon, Shirley
Publisher: Macmillan Publishing Ltd.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2000
Testing, Eczema

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Managing excoriation

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A description is presented of the treatment with hydrogels which was given to three patients suffering from excoriation of the skin as a result of faecal and urinary incontinence.

Author: Vernon, Tracy
Publisher: Macmillan Publishing Ltd.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2000
Health aspects, Complications and side effects, Urinary incontinence, Colloids, Fecal incontinence

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Subjects list: Care and treatment, Skin diseases
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