Common dermatologic manifestations in the older patient.

In the next decade, corporate and medical research funds need to be combined to study geriatric dermatoses a step further. Nutritionally, research on the effect of vitamins and nutrients on the skin is lacking. Geriatric dermatology is fascinating to study because of the multitude of presenting conditions. This article underscores the importance of making a correct diagnosis early in the data-gathering stage of obtaining a patient's history.