Content: Intro
Title Page
Copyright Page
Contents
Acknowledgements
Chapter 1 Advances in Integrative Dermatology: Modifying the Concepts from the Past to Change the Future of Dermatology
Introduction
Integrative Dermatology: Conventional and Complementary Dermatology
Conventional Dermatology
Complementary Dermatology
Pillars of the Integrative Approach
Physical Findings
Biological Factors: The Psycho-Neuro-Endocrine-Immune System
Psychological Aspects: Psychodermatology and Quality of Life
Social Perspective: Social Interactions that Worsen or Improve Patient's Lives Environmental Overview: The Ecology and the SkinConclusion
References
Chapter 2 Psycho-Neuro-Endocrine-Immunology: A Psychobiological Concept
Bidirectional PNEI Cross-talk in Dermatology: The Gut-Brain-Skin Axis
Alteration of PNEI Homeostasis, Inflammation, and Dermatologic Diseases
Low-Dose Medicine (LDM): Theoretical, Physiological, and Biochemical Bases
Low-Dose Medicine and Skin Diseases: Preclinical Studies
Low-Dose Medicine and Skin Diseases: Clinical Results
Conclusion
References
Chapter 3 Psychoneurocutaneous Medicine
Introduction Classification of Psychodermatological DiseasesDermatitis Artefacta
Delusions of Parasitosis
Trichotillomania (Hair-Pulling Disorder)
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Excoriation (Skin-Picking) Disorder
Psychogenic Pruritus
Management Guidelines
Conclusion
References
Chapter 4 Acne
Introduction and Epidemiology
Clinical Features and Classification
Perspective of Multifactorial Etiopathogenesis and Relevance of an Integrative Approach
The Sebaceous Gland: Sebum Synthesis and Acne - An Overview
Propionibacterium acnes
Disorder of Follicular Keratinization Innate and Adaptive ImmunityAndrogens
Endocannabinoids
CRH-ACTH: Cortisol Axis, Psychological Stress, and Acne
Diet, Lifestyle Habits, and Environmental Factors
Genetics
Psychopathology and Quality of Life Impairment: An Overview
Assessment of Patients with Acne
Management
Conventional Topical and Oral Treatment
Physical Modalities
Diet, Lifestyle Habits and Environmental Factors
Psychological Interventions
Other Complementary Treatments
Conclusion
References
Chapter 5 Rosacea
Introduction and Epidemiology
Risk Factors and Triggers
Quality of Life
Associated Diseases Cardiovascular DiseasesMetabolic Diseases
Digestive Diseases
Neurological Diseases
Depression and Anxiety
Autoimmunity
Pathogenesis
Clinical Variants
Imagistic Approach
Approach
Trigger Avoidance
Photo Protection
Cosmetics
Makeup
Local Treatment
General Treatment
Laser Treatment
Complementary Medicine
Rosacea Management
References
Chapter 6 Seborrheic Dermatitis
Introduction and Epidemiology
Pathogenesis
Malassezia Colonization
Sebaceous Gland Activity
Immune Response
Other Factors
Psychological Aspects
Clinical Presentation
Diagnosis
Treatment