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Austinn Miller1, Susuana Adjei1, Laurie A Temiz2
1All authors are with the Center for Clinical Studies in Webster, Texas.
Abstract:
Dermatologic conditions frequently portrayed in visual art forms are of considerable significance due its influence on public perception of the field. Skin conditions are utilized in television and film to quickly portray character traits to the audience. Most often, these conditions carry negative connotations when attached to characters, being used as visual cues to symbolize immorality, evilness, and unattractiveness. The misrepresentation of dermatologic conditions in film can cause trivialization of skin disease in society. Affected patients, as well as the general public, can suffer as a result of this misinformation. Key words: Dermatology; media; movie; television; film; society.
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