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Skin manifestations associated with systemic diseases - Part II.
Juliana Martins Leal1, Gabriela Higino de Souza1, Paula Figueiredo de Marsillac1
1Service of Dermatology, Hospital Universitário Pedro Ernesto, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil.
Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia
|September 21, 2021
Summary
The skin reveals internal health conditions, signaling systemic diseases beyond its protective barrier. Dermatologists use skin examination and biopsies to diagnose these widespread health issues.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Internal Medicine
- Pathology
Background:
- The skin acts as a mirror to internal health, manifesting signs of various systemic diseases.
- Dermatologists play a crucial role in identifying and diagnosing systemic conditions through cutaneous manifestations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To detail the cutaneous manifestations of metabolic, cardiovascular, kidney, gastrointestinal, and malignant diseases.
- To provide an update on the dermatological signs associated with SARS-CoV-2 infection.
- To discuss pruritus and its clinical correlations.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing literature on systemic diseases and their skin manifestations.
- Clinical case examples and diagnostic approaches for integumentary signs.
- Update on recent findings regarding SARS-CoV-2 and skin symptoms.
Main Results:
- Systemic diseases including metabolic, cardiovascular, renal, and gastrointestinal disorders present specific dermatological signs.
- Malignant conditions have distinct cutaneous implications.
- Pruritus is a significant symptom with various underlying causes.
- SARS-CoV-2 infection exhibits a range of cutaneous manifestations.
Conclusions:
- Cutaneous examination is vital for early detection and diagnosis of systemic diseases.
- Dermatologists are integral in a multidisciplinary approach to patient care for systemic illnesses.
- Understanding skin signs aids in comprehensive diagnosis and management.
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