INTRODUCTIONMelasma, a symmetric pigmentary disorder, develops primarily on the face.1 Melasma typically presents as light brown to dark brown macules and patches on the forehead, malar region, and chin.1 Melasma…
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INTRODUCTIONThe internet has become a widely used source for health information, including hair loss. Social media platforms, interactive digital applications where users generate and share content, have also become important…
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In this supplement: USCOM IV Algorithm for the Prevention and Management of Targeted Therapy-Related Cutaneous Adverse Events In 2023, an estimated 1,958,310 Americans were diag-nosed with cancer.1 Although overall incidence con-tinues…
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INTRODUCTIONAcne vulgaris is one of the most common dermatologic disorders worldwide.1 This inflammatory condition most frequently affects adolescents, where it can develop rapidly and present as more severe disease compared…
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INTRODUCTIONAcne is the most common dermatologic condition. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, acne affects 50 million Americans annually, and 85% of people aged 12 to 24 experience at…
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INTRODUCTIONPeriorbital skin is unique in its anatomical nature, distinguishing it from skin in other parts of the body. With periocular skin thinner than 1 to 2 mm and eyelids less…
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INTRODUCTIONAcne vulgaris is a common chronic inflammatory disease of the pilosebaceous unit that can lead to permanent scarring, leaving the face disfigured and negatively impacting one’s quality of life.1 Acne-related…
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INTRODUCTIONThe International Dermatology Outcome Measures (IDEOM) initiative is a non-profit organization founded in 2013 to enhance research and treatment of dermatologic disease by addressing a need for validated, standardized, patient-centered…
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INTRODUCTIONLupus erythematosus (LE) is a chronic autoimmune disease with multisystem organ involvement and is characterized by a broad spectrum of clinical, immunologic, and histologic manifestations. This condition most commonly affects…
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INTRODUCTIONNon-melanoma skin cancers, comprising primarily of cutaneous basal (BCC) and squamous cell carcinomas (SCC), present a significantly higher mortality and morbidity risk in patients with skin of color as compared…
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INTRODUCTIONThe skin is colonized by commensal skin microbes that live in homeostasis with the host to form a resident microbiome, and temporarily live on the skin pathogen microbes from the…
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INTRODUCTIONUneven skin tone is a significant beauty concern for individuals across all types of Fitzpatrick skin types and ethnic heritages, although it may be a more prominent concern for those…
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