How to determine what the heck it is?!

So after years in this business, I am still learning. People come in with all sorts of bumps, breakouts, irritation. How do you determine what you are dealing with? Is there a go to resource...besides this forum that you go to, to differentiate between skin abnormalities?

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Permalink Reply by Natalie on August 1, 2013 at 7:38pm

I would continue education on your own and through online and education. Taking advanced classes has helped me . Take pictures- research- look at books- linked in can help.

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Permalink Reply by Dawn C on August 8, 2013 at 11:27pm

I agree with Natalie. Do research and take photos of the issues. If you still cant figure it out or are unsure how to proceed recommend the client visit a dermatologist to diagnose what the bumps or lesions are and have your client ask what you can do to help rid her of the issues.

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Permalink Reply by Marty Glenn on August 10, 2013 at 2:46pm

Erica

Get a book by: Fitzpatrick

There are two volumes and each are about 6 inches thick. They are medical only but wil give you just about everything you need know.

Here is a link: http://www.hamlineuniversitybookstore.com/vendors_product_detail.as...

There are others and this was a very quick search. Be pre paired to spend some money.