Here we present dermatological diseases and symptoms with a focus on women. The diseases and symptoms are divided into the following 3 groups, and we focus mainly on the first: 1) skin diseases/symptoms found more commonly in women, 2) diseases with increased prevalence due to traditional lifestyles of mothers, and 3) non-life-threatening diseases associated with the natural aging process.
The paper explains the skin symptoms and characteristics of collagen diseases which are extremely common in women. Specifically, it looks at 3 systemic diseases whose early diagnosis requires examination by a dermatologist: systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), systemic sclerosis (SSc), and dermatomyositis (DM). In order to accurately diagnose a patient, healthcare professionals must recognize specific skin symptoms and understand which diseases they signify. For example, butterfly rashes and intractable pernio-like eruptions are indicative of SLE, Raynaud's phenomenon and nail fold bleeding are initial symptoms of SSc, and facial erythema is an early symptom of DM.
Next, this paper outlines the symptoms and treatment of hand eczema, and the importance of addressing the relationship between traditional gender roles and their prevalence.
Finally, this paper recognizes that women are increasingly seeking treatment for aging-related skin diseases such as senile pigment freckles, verruca senilis, and diffuse alopecia. We then suggest strategies for meeting the needs of these patients.
