CRITICAL CARE
Nail Disorders
Chapter 59 Nail Disorders Kathryn D. Swartwout Herpetic Whitlow Definition and Epidemiology Herpetic whitlow is a self-limited viral infection of the area between the fascial planes of the distal finger,…
Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
Chapter 216 Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis Francisco P. Quismorio Jr., Dorothy K. Johnson Definition and Epidemiology Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is a treatable, chronic systemic inflammatory condition of unknown…
Diseases of the Salivary Gland
Chapter 96 Diseases of the Salivary Gland Lisa M. O’Neal Definition and Epidemiology The salivary glands include the paired parotid glands, the submandibular and sublingual glands, and numerous minor salivary…
Metabolic Syndrome
Chapter 212 Metabolic Syndrome Donna Jenell Pease Definition and Epidemiology Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of disorders that was first introduced by Reaven1 in 1988. It is characterized by insulin…
Intertrigo
Chapter 58 Intertrigo JoAnn D. Lepke Definition and Epidemiology Intertrigo is a superficial inflammatory skin disorder that occurs in the setting of persistent skin-to-skin contact, friction, moisture, warmth, and inadequate…
Evaluation of the Eyes
Chapter 70 Evaluation of the Eyes Daniel S. Churgin, James T. Banta A complete ophthalmic examination is vital not only for routine patient care but for the diagnosis of critical…
Abdominal Pain and Infections
Chapter 127 Abdominal Pain and Infections Terry Mahan Buttaro Definition and Epidemiology Abdominal pain is a common reason patients seek care in primary care offices, urgent care centers, and emergency…
Herpes Zoster (Shingles)
Chapter 55 Herpes Zoster (Shingles) Glen Blair Definition and Epidemiology Herpes zoster (shingles) is a dermatologic eruption caused by reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus (VZV) that follows, sometimes by decades,…
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Chapter 135 Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Michelle Freshman Definition and Epidemiology Gastroesophageal reflux refers to the retrograde movement of gastric contents from the stomach to the esophagus. This occurs in the…
