Skin, hair and nail symptoms of cancer, autoimmune conditions, diabetes and psychological distress

Skin, hair and nail symptoms that may indicate a systemic illness are the focus of this episode of the podcast, including pruritus, skin pigmentation, and hair loss. We also discuss how oral symptoms can act as a marker of deteriorating glycaemic control in patients with diabetes, the link between inflammatory skin conditions and cardiovascular risk, and some cutaneous manifestations of psychological distress.
After listening to this podcast, healthcare professionals should be more able to:
Spot serious conditions that might present with pruritus
Recall the common culprits for drug-induced skin reactions
Identify potential underlying systemic causes of erythema
Describe the oral signs and symptoms that can indicate malignancy or autoimmune disorders
Consider skin, hair and oral manifestations of psychological distress
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