Approach to Dermatology

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Course Description

Approach To Dermatology This is a short lecture to help prepare students for dermatology posting. It consists of guides on detailed history taking for dermatology cases as well as a guide on basic physical examination techniques. Students will also learn how to describe the presentation of skin lesions during the examination. Introduction to some investigations and tools use in the field of dermatology is also included.

Course Learning Outcomes

1 ) To familiarize with investigations and special tools in dermatology to help in the diagnosis
2 ) To practice good detailed history taking for dermatology cases
3 ) To learn the basic physical examination for dermatology cases

Course Details

STATUS : Open
DURATION : FLEXIBLE
EFFORT : 1 hour per week
MODE : 100% Online
COURSE LEVEL : Beginner
LANGUAGE : English
CLUSTER : Science & Technology ( ST )

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Our Instructor

DR. LIYANA DHAMIRAH BINTI AMINUDDIN

 Course Instructor
UiTM Kampus Hospital Sg. Buloh

 Frequently Asked Questions

A1 : Duration- onset
Site of lesion
Lesion morphology
Evolution of the skin lesions
Associated symptoms: pain, itch, bleeding, fever, constitutional symptoms
Aggravating and relieving factors: sun/ season/ temperature/ hobbies/ work/ menses/ pregnancy/ stress
Possible causes: contact, drugs, supplements, products used
Any previous similar episodes
Any previous treatment done

A2 : It is important to manage patients expectations. The cause of skin problem can be due to lifestyle and personal care/ daily routines. Normally social history taking is short in most medical and surgical cases. However, in skin problems, the effect of physical, mental and emotional stress may be the cause of skin issues. Hobbies like gardening and pets may also be a contributor to the problem. So even with good treatment, the problem will not be solved unless the causes are identified and removed.