Misnomers in dermatology: Time to change and update.
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2013-07
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Most of the misnomers encountered in dermatology have arisen from lack of understanding of the underlying etiopathogenesis, histopathology and/or concepts. Some misnomers are due to imprecise translations from word of origin, etymological bungles and/or factual errors. It is very important for the residents and practitioners of dermatology to update and change the old misnomers with relevant names to avoid confusion and misunderstanding. In this article, we have listed all the misnomers in dermatology and suggested the appropriate names as indicated.
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Dermatology, misnomers, eponym
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Hulmani Manjunath, Kudur Mohan. Misnomers in dermatology: Time to change and update. Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology. 2013 Jul-Aug; 79(4): 479-491.