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Pityriasis in dermatology: an updated review
Laura D Chin1, Nikoo Parvinnejad2, Richard M Haber3
1Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada.
International Journal of Dermatology
|August 13, 2020
Summary
Pityriasis encompasses various skin scaling conditions in dermatology. Dermatologists must stay updated on these diverse, important skin diseases, some common and others rare.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Medical Lexicology
Background:
- The term "pityriasis" describes dermatologic conditions characterized by skin scaling.
- Its first recorded use in print dates back to 1684.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the importance of understanding pityriasis in dermatology.
- To emphasize the need for dermatologists to be aware of diverse pityriasis conditions.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of dermatologic terminology.
- Analysis of the historical usage of "pityriasis".
Main Results:
- Pityriasis conditions present with varied etiologies.
- These conditions range from common to rare within dermatology.
Conclusions:
- Awareness and updated knowledge of all pityriasis conditions are crucial for dermatologists.
- Diverse causes underscore the significance of these scaling dermatoses.
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