Skin Disorders

UK sources of information and / or support

Patient UK has information leaflets on a wide range of skin conditions and an extensive directory of patient support and self help groups for specific skin conditions. In addition, the extensive web directory lists many sites which provide information and support on specific skin conditions (such as eczema, psoriasis, etc).

Below are links to large or general sites that cover many skin related topics.

Patient apple icon (PatientApple.gif) A-Z Patient Information Leaflets

Information from the British Association of Dermatologists, a professional body, but their website aims to be a source for members of the public searching for reliable information about the skin and skin diseases.

Patient apple icon (PatientApple.gif) A-Z of Skin Diseases

Information from the British Skin Foundation, a skin research charity.

Patient apple icon (PatientApple.gif) A to Z of Skin Conditions

Information from Dermatologist.co.uk a comprehensive, user-friendly site developed by Dr John Ashworth, Consultant Dermatologist.

Patient apple icon (PatientApple.gif) Skin Care Campaign

An umbrella organisation that unites the patient, healthcare professions, pharmaceutical industry and politicians who have a connection with skin diseases and conditions.

Patient apple icon (PatientApple.gif) Medicine Guide for Skin Disorders

Information from emc Medicine Guides.


Further sources / more detailed information

Some non-UK sites

The following list popular non-UK health information sites with content aimed at the general public. They are mainly from the US. They have not been checked to see if information about the above topic is included but these large sites are comprehensive.

More detailed medical information

The following list online sources of more detailed medical information, mainly from the UK. These sites are mainly aimed at health professionals, but are of interest to all. They have not been checked to see if information about the above topic is included, but information about most medical topics can usually be found.


Checked: 22 Nov 2011

Comprehensive patient resources are available at www.patient.co.uk
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