A clinical review of skin diseases in an aging population

In terms of diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up, geriatric dermatoses provide a difficult task for physicians. Because the skin of the elderly population undergoes significant changes both intrinsically and extrinsically, it is critical for physicians to have a stronger understanding of the pathogenesis of geriatric skin conditions as well as their specific management that also differs slightly from that of the adult population. This study focuses on a short overview of the pathophysiological elements of skin diseases in the aged, as well as a description of several typical geriatric skin disorders including their treatment, as well as the new developing role of mental dermatological aspects of geriatric dermatoses. Finally, ten multiple-choice questions are included to help readers expand their knowledge base.