In their practice, primary care doctors frequently encounter skin-manifesting symptoms caused by various conditions. One common skin condition is pityriasis rosea, a rash that usually affects young adults. In this article, we will go over what pityriasis rosea is, how to diagnose it, and the treatment options available. Continue reading “[5 min read] How to manage pityriasis rosea” →

Tune into this latest dermoscopy update video in which Professor Giuseppe Argenziano continues last month’s exploration of general dermatology conditions that can be diagnosed through the use of dermoscopy, including pigmented purpuric dermatitis, porokeratosis, sarcoidosis, alopecia, and more. Continue reading “[4 min watch] Dermoscopy in general dermatology | Part 2” →

In this short video, Dr Vincenzo Piccolo explores common bacterial infections manifesting in the skin in children. He walks through several real patient examples, defining the clinical characteristics of various bacterial skin infections you might see in your practice.
Continue reading “[11 min watch] Bacterial cutaneous infections in children” →

Did you know there are over 180 indications for the use of dermoscopy in general dermatology? In this latest skin cancer update video, Professor Giuseppe Argenziano discusses how dermoscopy can be utilised in the diagnosis and management of hundreds of general dermatology conditions, with real patient examples. Continue reading “[8 min watch] Dermoscopy in general dermatology | Part 1” →

As a primary care physician, managing a variety of skin conditions is an important part of your practice. Pruritus, or itching, is a common symptom that patients may present with, and it can have a significant impact on their quality of life. While some cases of pruritus may be straightforward to manage, others may require a more in-depth evaluation and treatment plan.
Continue reading “[5 min read] How to manage pruritus” →

Did you know hair loss affects more than 50 per cent of Australian men? If you see patients with hair loss in your practice, listen to this latest podcast with Dr Helena Rosengren for practical tips on the primary care management of hair loss, including treatment with supplements, topical creams, Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy, and more.

Continue reading “[Podcast] Practical tips on how to treat hair loss” →

Vulvar skin diseases are a common concern among women of all ages. Primary care doctors play a critical role in identifying and treating these conditions. However, many GPs may not feel comfortable diagnosing or managing vulvar skin diseases if they haven’t received adequate training in general dermatology. Let’s discuss the most common vulvar skin diseases, their symptoms, and treatment options. Continue reading “[6 min read] Diagnosis & treatment of vulvar skin diseases” →

[Warning: Graphic images.] In this latest general dermatology video, Dr Vincenzo Piccolo provides an insightful update on some of the most common viral skin infections – including various forms of warts, molluscum contagiosum, herpes, pityriasis rosea, and more – covering their clinical and dermoscopic symptoms and how to recognise them, with real patient examples.
Continue reading “[11 min watch] Common viral infections of the skin” →

When dealing with skin health and appearance issues in primary care, it is essential to assess the patient’s skin type. Additional training in aesthetic medicine is often crucial to deciding on appropriate treatment and providing skincare advice.
Continue reading “[5 min read] How to assess patient skin types & classifications” →

Can reflectance confocal microscopy in children help to avoid unnecessary biopsies and improve diagnostic accuracy? In this latest general dermatology video, Dr Vincenzo Piccolo looks at the applications and limitations of reflectance confocal microscopy in paediatric cases.
Continue reading “[10 min watch] Reflectance confocal microscopy in children: Applications & limits” →