Aquatic Dermatology: Biotic, Chemical and Physical Agents

ISBN-13: 9783319406145 / Angielski / Twarda / 2016 / 253 str.

Domenico Bonamonte; Gianni Angelini

Opis

Skin diseases caused by aquatic organisms are continually on the increase owing to the great number of people who now converge on the hydrosphere for holidays, sports and professional activities. Aquatic skin diseases are no longer only a seasonal affliction but can be observed at any period, thanks to the tourist boom promoting aquatic holidaymaking throughout the year. This book aims to contribute to the knowledge of some aquatic animals that have only developed a poisonous apparatus to protect themselves and adapt to their environment, as well as of the various clinical pictures induced by different pathogenic mechanisms. Besides the afflictions caused by biotoxins, skin reactions to microscopic organisms present in seawater, freshwater, swimming pools and aquariums are described, together with some non-biotic forms induced by direct contact with salt and freshwater. A better knowledge of the aquatic environment may help people to enjoy this enthralling habitat at lesser risk.

Recenzje

"The purpose is to educate dermatologists on recognizing skin problems caused by sea creatures. The audience is dermatologists. ... This is a fascinating read. It weaves together the complex interactions between biology, science, and dermatology." (Patricia Wong, Doody's Book Reviews, January, 2017)

Spis treści

Preface.- 1 Introduction and general principles.- 2 The aquatic environment and its biotoxins: Toxic aquatic animals.- 3 The aquatic environment and the function of biotoxins.-  4 Biochemistry of biotoxins in the aquatic environment.- 5 Dermatitis caused by Coelenterates: Coelenterates nematocysts.- 6 Dermatitis caused by Coelenterates: Nematocyst poison.- 7 Dermatitis caused by Coelenterates: Reactions to jellyfish.- 8 Dermatitis caused by Coelenterates: Reactions to sea anemones.- 9 Seabather’s eruption.- 10 Dermatitis caused by Coelenterates: Reactions to physaliae (Skin and systemic reactions).- 11 Dermatitis caused by Echinoderms.- 12 Dermatitis caused by Molluscs.- 13 Lesions caused by Arthropods.- 14 Dermatitis caused by sponges.- 15 Dermatitis caused by algae and Bryozoans.- 16 Dermatitis caused by aquatic worms.- 17 Dermatitis caused by fish.- 18 Dermatitis caused by aquatic bacteria.- 19 Aquatic skin diseases from physical and chemical causes.

O autorze

Professor Gianni Angelini is Full Professor of Clinical Dermatology and Venereal Diseases, at the University of Bari, Italy. After his MD and his specialization in Dermatology and Venereal Diseases, he was there appointed Head of the 2nd Dermatological Clinical Division, then moving to lead the 1rst Division unitl his retirement in 2014. He is Member of the Editorial Board of various International and Italian Dermatological Journals, Past President of the Italian society for  Professional and Environmental Allergology and Dermatology. Gianni Angelini is author of over 600 scientific publications, including books on General Dermatology,  Allergological and Professional Dermatology, Aquatic Dermatology, monographs and chapters in volumes on Dermatology, Immunology, Occupational Medicine and Internal Medicine. His main research interests include the areas of immunologic, allergic and environmental diseases, and in particular contact dermatitis, professional dermatitis due to physical, chemical and biotic agents, aquatic dermatology, drug-induced dermatitis and urticaria.

After his degree in Medicine and Surgery, Professor Domenico Bonamonte specialised in Dermatology and Venereology, also gaining his PhD in Allergology and becoming Research Fellow at the Dermatology Clinic of Bari University.  Since March 2013, he is Associate Professor of Dermatology and Venereology, University of Bari. He is active participant in research activities at the  Dermatology Clinic of Bari University Hospital, and co-author or author of many scientific publications, including articles, monographs and book chapters. His scientific production, consists of experimental, clinico-experimental and clinical studies, investigates various fields in Dermatology, paying special attention to etiopathogenetic aspects.  He has been carrying out in-depth studies in the areas of contact dermatitis, both occupational and non, occupational dermatoses, aquatic dermatitis (prevalently of marine origin), dermatitis in sports environment, inherited bullous epidermolysis and pediatric dermatology. 

Blurb

This well-illustrated quick reference book, now in its second edition, is a comprehensive guide to the aquatic skin diseases caused by biotic and non-biotic noxae. It will assist the dermatologist in recognizing and treating a host of unfamiliar conditions that are nevertheless steadily increasing in prevalence owing to wider use of the hydrosphere for holiday, sport, and occupational activities throughout the year. Beyond the thorough examination of the dermatoses caused by a wide range of organisms such as jellyfish, sea anemones, echinoderms, molluscs, algae, aquatic worms, and fish, attention is drawn to potential systemic reactions, which can be serious or even fatal. In addition, the entire spectrum of wound infections and reactions due to microscopic organisms populating the aquatic environment, e.g., mycobacteria, streptococci, Aeromonas, and vibrios, is considered. Finally, detailed attention is paid to the many other conditions linked to salt or freshwater contact, including aquagenic urticaria and pruritus, chlorine irritation, contact dermatitis from swimming or diving equipment, surfer’s nodules, and chemical conjunctivitis. Aquatic Dermatology will be a quick reference to improve knowledge of the aquatic environment and its risks, and a useful tool to clinicians and professionals practicing in coastal and marine areas.