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Melanocytic lesions and other skin tumors represent one of the most frequent reasons for pediatric dermatology consultation. Although often benign, some of them may simulate melanoma, which can be a source of anxiety for parents and clinicians. Dermoscopy is a non-invasive and painless technique that increases the diagnostic accuracy for skin tumours, while avoiding unnecessary skin biopsies. In part I of this article, we highlight the importance of dermoscopy for the diagnosis of skin tumors in pediatric patients. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Nowadays, with the recent development of biological agents and other new drugs, some of which already approved in pediatric age, it is important to contextualize the role of phototherapy in dermatology. They have an excellent and well-recognized safety profile for decades, in addition to not requiring laboratory monitoring, which is an advantage, especially in the pediatric population. They have been successfully used in this age group in the treatment of several dermatological diseases. In this article, a review is carried out about the main particularities of the use of phototherapy in pediatric age, focusing on adverse effects, the main challenges, their indications and the individualized selection of different modalities, in order to improve the clinical practice of this therapy. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Dermoscopy is a noninvasive technique that increases diagnostic accuracy of several skin lesions. Being painless, dermoscopy is particularly useful in children, sparing them from unnecessary biopsies and treatments. In part II of this article, we highlight the importance of dermoscopy for the diagnosis and follow-up of infectious and inflammatory skin disorders in pediatric patients. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]