Colour vision deficiency in teaching dermatology.

This article discusses the importance of considering color vision deficiency (CVD), or color blindness, when teaching dermatology to medical students. The authors highlight three main challenges that students with CVD may face in learning about skin-related conditions, including difficulties in recognizing the intensity of colors, distinguishing different color nuances, and neglecting the role of colors in diagnosis. The authors emphasize the need for increased awareness and discussions about CVD in dermatology education, as well as further research on its impact on diagnostic accuracy and clinical work. They also suggest that discussions about color in dermatology education can be used to address difficulties in recognizing skin conditions in patients with darker skin. [Extracted from the article]