The Vulva: Anatomy, Physiology, and PathologyMiranda A. Farage, Howard I. Maibach Addressing common misconceptions concerning the dermatologic composition and assessment of vulvular skin, this book is a unique compilation of current research and information on the anatomy, physiology, toxicology, microbiology, and diagnosis of the vulva and surrounding anatomical structures. A must-have source for anyone treating female patients, this source considers age and ethnicity factors and analyzes a wide range of symptoms, skin conditions, and diseases that physicians may encounter when caring for female patients. |
Contents
PART I ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY | 1 |
Chapter 2 Tissue Structure and Physiology of the Vulva | 9 |
Chapter 3 Changes in the Vulva and Vagina Throughout Life | 27 |
Chapter 4 Microbial Ecology of the Vulva | 43 |
SYMPTOMS DISEASES AND THRAPIES | 57 |
Chapter 6 Common Diseases of the Vulva | 63 |
Chapter 7 Idiopathic Vulvodynia | 85 |
Chapter 8 Vulvar Vestibulitis Syndrome | 101 |
Culture Practices and Health Impact | 183 |
Chapter 13 Products for Vulvar Hygiene | 217 |
PART IV ETHNICITY AND SOCIOLOGY | 235 |
A Sociological Perspective | 255 |
PART V INVESTIGATIONAL METHODS | 271 |
Chapter 17 Transepidermal Water Loss Dynamics of Human Vulvar and Thgh Skin | 281 |
Chapter 18 Vulvar Toxicology | 287 |
Chapter 19 Consumer Research and InMarket Comments | 297 |
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The Vulva: Anatomy, Physiology, and Pathology Miranda A. Farage,Howard I. Maibach Limited preview - 2016 |
The Vulva: Anatomy, Physiology, and Pathology Miranda A. Farage,Howard I. Maibach No preview available - 2006 |
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