SkinChecklist
Morphea Assessment: A Checklist for Extent, Depth and Follow-Up
Prepare observations and questions for a dermatology visit about a thickened skin patch.
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Skin
Adult acne, dark patches, bumps and redness. Evidence over hype for the skin you’re in.
SkinMyth buster
Necrobiosis Lipoidica Does Not Prove Poor Diabetes Control
What the diagnosis means for a diabetes discussion and care of an established skin patch.
SkinGuide
A Net-Like Skin Pattern: What to Describe at Assessment
Bring the timing, temperature relationship and accompanying symptoms into the examination.
SkinMyth buster
Phytophotodermatitis Does Not Require a Plant Allergy
Why plant contact and sunlight belong in the history of a new rash.
SkinComparison
PLEVA and PLC: Two Forms of Pityriasis Lichenoides
Understand the terms your dermatologist used and ask what they mean for your own follow-up.
SkinConversation script
Poikiloderma of Civatte: Words Before Cosmetic Treatment
Discuss the changes you want addressed and the limits of treatment after a confirmed diagnosis.
SkinExplainer
Possible Keratoacanthoma: Why Removal Can Also Clarify the Diagnosis
Ask what the dermatologist needs to establish when a fast-growing skin lesion resembles squamous cell carcinoma.
SkinMyth buster
A Base Tan Does Not Prevent Sunburn
The documented tanning-bed claim, what UV-induced colour means and how to plan an outdoor day.
SkinGuide
Bullous Pemphigoid: The Blister Care and Medicine Plan
Ask for practical home-care instructions, medicine reviews and a plan for problems between appointments.
SkinComparison
Conventional and Daylight PDT: What Changes in the Treatment Plan
Compare the light source, appointment arrangements and discomfort before confirming your dermatology plan.
SkinQ&A
Dermatofibroma: Assessment Before Removal
Ask how the diagnosis was reached, whether a sample is needed and what removal would involve.
SkinConversation script
Diagnosed Ichthyosis: Ask Which Moisturizer Does What
Example questions about softening skin, retaining moisture, reducing scales and using products safely.
