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Dermatology has emerged as an important field in the recent years. Skin diseases account for a large proportion of the cases coming to physicians. The vast array of symptoms and clinical presentations of skin conditions highlight the need for proper diagnosis and appropriate investigations. This book provides the details of common skin diseases written in a simple language, well supported by clinical photographs taken by the author himself. The expected natural course of the disease and etiopathogenic mechanisms has been described in each chapter. The possible line of management of the diseases has also been elaborated. Structure and Functions of Skin • History and Examination • Hereditary Disorders • Naevi • Nutritional Deficiencies • Metabolic Disoders • Diseases due to Physical Agents • Bacterial Infections • Tuberculosis • Leprosy • Fungal Infections • Viral Infections • Diseases due to Arthropods • Diseases of the Hair • Diseases of the Sebaceous Glands • Diseases of the Sweat Glands • Diseases of the Nails • Disorders of Pigmentation • Allergic Disorders • Auto-immune Disorders • Skin Disorders in Systemic Diseases • Tumours of the Skin • Miscellaneous Disorders • Sexually Transmitted Diseases • Acquired Immuno Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) • Index.