Wednesday, August 24, 2005

Ten points in a derm history

(1) Duration
(2) Primary site and spread
(3) Morphology and evolution
(4) Associated symptoms (itch, pain, anaesthesia)
(5) Aggravating (heat, cold, sunlight) and relieving factors
(6) Previous medical history and treatment (esp past skin disorders, atopy)
(7) Contact history
(8) Family history
(9) Occupational history
(10) Social history (including hobbies, pets)