Sound Alike Conditions In Dermatology
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https://doi.org/10.66344/jpad.v32i1.1794Abstract
Many entities in dermatology have terminologies that sound-alike, look-alike or named after same person. This resemblance makes understanding the difference between diseases cumbersome. This list earmarks some the most commonly confused entities by name and provides clinical description and relevant facts.
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