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THE UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE

DERMATOLOGY STUDENT JOURNAL

Case Studies + Posts

Here you can find some interesting case studies, articles, and general revision posts to keep you updated on current topics and advancements in the field, as well as give you some tips and tricks for exams!

May Practice Questions

Try out our practice questions for May, focusing on questions related to cellulitis, impetigo, NF and SSSS.

Reviewing for the Exam

Skin Infections

Skin infections can be caused by an array of organisms such as bacteria, viruses and fungi. Explore more about the different type of skin infections such as cellulitis, impetigo, necrotizing fasciitis and staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome.

Acne

Acne is a very common skin condition where hair follicles under the skin become clogged. Click here to learn more about the different variants of acne and how they present!

March Practice Questions

Think you know everything there is to know about eczema? Have a go at our March practice questions!

Solving Questions

Erythroderma

Erythroderma is the term used to describe intense and usually widespread reddening of the skin due to inflammatory skin disease. It often precedes or is associated with exfoliation (skin peeling off in scales or layers), when it may also be known as exfoliative dermatitis (ED).

Eczema

Eczema, also known as “atopic dermatitis,” is a noncontagious, inflammatory skin condition that is characterized by severe itching, redness, oozing, and scaly rashes. These symptoms can be painful, and can cause changes in skin color and blisters. Allergy plays a role in some patients’ eczema.

In the Classroom

February Practice Questions

Ready for our set of February practice questions? Get these common conditions nailed for your exams!

Skin Aging

We are all quite cautious of the skin changes we will get as we age. But what is aging? And What does this entail? Click here to find out more!

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January Practice Questions

It's time to put those dermatological knowledge to test with our set of January practice questions!

Psychodermatology

Why is psychodermatology important? What are the impacts and implications of dermatological diseases on the human psychology? Find out more here!

Porphyria

Why are they called Porphyria? Because they cause accumulation of chemicals called porphyrins! This occur when our blood is unable to convert porphyrins into heme, which is the building block for haemoglobin, and we all know how important haemoglobin is for our oxygen supply!

December Practice Questions

If you think you know everything about your hair, it's time to put that knowledge to test with our December practice questions!

Psychological Effects of Hair Loss

The link between dermatological conditions and their effect on the psychological state of the patient is seldom found in other specialties. A patient’s positive self-image is a crucial component of healthy social functioning, explore available services for people with hair loss here.

Follicular Disorders

Did you know that dermatology deals with much more than just skin? Dermatology is concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of our hair as well!

November Practice Questions

Are you scared of moles yet? Test your knowledge by having a go at our single best answer practice questions on skin cancers to know whether or not that pesky mole is anything to worry about!

National Healthy Skin Month

Did you know that November is the National Month for healthy skin? Your skin is the largest organ in the body and it reveals a lot about our own health. Click to view more about how to identify common cancers.

October Practice Questions

Test your knowledge by having a go at our single best answer practice questions.

October Awareness Month

October is the month of eczema awareness and black history month. This section will cover the more common presentations of eczema and how it varies in skin of colour.

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Our Pick of the Month Article

Dermatology sustainability: case study of potential efficiency savings and waste reduction in dermatology punch biopsies using the Healthcare Environmental Performance Tool

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