The Differential Diagnosis of Dermatological Conditions in Relation to Leprosy

Presented by Professor Bhushan Kumar Former Chief of Dermatology at the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India Hot Spots in Dermatology August 17 – 19, 2018 Abstract: Leprosy, now an uncommon disease of low infectivity is caused by Mycobacterium leprae. It is rare in the western world and is mostly seen in immigrants from endemic areas. It affects mainly the skin and the nerves. The cutaneous lesions vary widely from macular to papular, papulo-nodular and nodulo-plaques covering large areas of the body. So the dermatological diseases which need to be differentiated vary widely, having lesions which may resemble any of these morphological lesions. Occurrence of lepra reactions … Continue reading

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Non-Venereal Genital Dermatoses in Men

Presented by Professor Bhushan Kumar Former Chief of Dermatology at the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India Hot Spots in Dermatology August 17 – 19, 2018 Abstract: Lesions on the genitalia either alone or as part of the general disease are common dermatological presentations. Majority of the lesions are non-venereal and are of great concern patients because of the importance of the “organ” involved. In addition the disease may bring in feelings of guilt, being unclean, related to STD and may even lead to marital discord. The lesions may only be physiological or benign abnormalities, inflammatory in nature, infections or part of the systemic disease. Only few diseases … Continue reading

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Hot Spots Bhushan Kumar’s Case Presentations

Case Presentations by Bhushan Kumar Dr. Bhushan Kumar is the Emeritus Professor and Head of the Department of Dermatology at India’s Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research in Chandigarh. As one of India’s finest and most respected dermatologists, Dr. Kumar has published over 100s 0f peer-reviewed papers, as well as many text books. 2018 Hot Spots in Dermatology These four cases can be accessed at: Hot Spots Handouts Cutaneous Tuberculosis Histoid Leprosy Post Kala Azar Dermal Leishmaniasis Secondary Syphilis in a 35 year old man These four cases can be accessed at: Hot Spots Handouts

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