INTRODUCTIONThe extracellular matrix (ECM) is the foundational platform of the skin, incorporating the fibroblast cellular protein factory in a structural matrix of proteins that provide support to the dermis and…
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INTRODUCTIONActinic keratoses (AKs) are epithelial lesions caused by ultraviolet radiation and cumulative sun exposure that have the potential to progress to invasive as squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) if left untreated.1-5…
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INTRODUCTIONThe cosmeceutical industry has produced countless new products to target signs of cutaneous aging, reduce acne, decrease hyperpigmentation, improve texture, and many other concerns. Peer-reviewed, clinical trials help inform the…
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INTRODUCTIONHair loss is a detrimental side effect of cancer treatment, affecting up to 65% of patients.1 In addition to targeting hair follicles on the scalp, cancer treatments can also affect…
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INTRODUCTIONMelanoma is the fifth most common cancer in men and women in the United States (US), with an estimated 97,610 new cases in the year 2023.1 Although it accounts for…
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INTRODUCTIONMelanoma constitutes 3% of all skin cancers, but accounts for 65% of skin cancer deaths.1 The incidence of melanoma is increasing, with approximately 100,000 new diagnoses annually, of which more…
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INTRODUCTIONSkin cancer is one of the most common malignancies worldwide and prevalence rates continue to rise each year.1 From 2007 to 2011, the United States spent an annual average of…
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INTRODUCTIONPostinflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) is an acquired increase in melanin in response to inflammation or injury, including surgical intervention.1,2 PIH has been shown to have a significant impact on quality of…
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INTRODUCTIONSkin cancer is one of the most common malignancies in humans.1 There are 3 main categories of skin cancer, derived from the cell from which these cancers arise: basal cell…
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INTRODUCTIONMentorship is a key factor for dermatology residency match success.1 However, dermatology mentor demand grossly exceeds supply, especially for dermatology residency applicants who are underrepresented in medicine (UIM) and/or without…
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INTRODUCTIONSkin self-examination (SSE) has been correlated with early detection of skin cancers; in one study over half of melanoma cases were self-recognized prior to diagnosis.1 Patients often reference photos from…
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INTRODUCTIONSkin self-examinations (SSE) are an integral part of skin cancer surveillance, with the potential to reduce mortality from melanoma by 63%.1 Many patients rely on information found online, e.g. Google,…
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