INTRODUCTIONFor dermatologists, periocular “dark circles” fall among the most difficult complaints to address. In most cases, we have little information regarding etiology and no gold-standard treatment option. For patients, periocular…

INTRODUCTIONVitiligo is a common acquired pigmentary disorder with a profound psychological impact. It has been reported to affect approximately 1% of the population worldwide, irrespective of skin color or ethnic…

INTRODUCTIONPostoperative wound care is important to promote rapid, uncomplicated healing. Principles of topical postoperative wound management include protecting the wound and keeping the wound surface clean and lubricated. A common…

INTRODUCTIONPsoriasis is a chronic, immune-mediated skin disease affecting approximately 1% to 3% of the world’s population1; however, in China, the estimated prevalence is lower, at approximately 0.12% to 0.47%.2-4 Topical…

INTRODUCTIONSkin resurfacing to rejuvenate photoaged skin and improve the appearance of facial wrinkles was first reported by Fitzpatrick et al1 using an ablative, pulsed carbon dioxide (CO2) laser. The erbium…

INTRODUCTIONAcne vulgaris (acne) is commonly found in adolescents and young adults and presents as open and closed comedones, papules, pustules, nodules, and cysts most frequently affecting the face, neck, and/or…

INTRODUCTION Onychomycosis is a progressive fungal infection of the nail bed, matrix, or plate that may lead to destruction and deformity of the toenails or fingernails.1,2 It is a common…

INTRODUCTIONFor people of color, skin cancer may not be top of mind as a significant health threat. However, while uncommon in darker complexions, skin cancer does occur and can be…

INTRODUCTIONMillions of Americans seek elective cosmetic procedures for the treatment of dyschromia, allergy/sensitivity, abscess, scabbing/skin necrosis, scars, dynamic and static rhytids, actinic damage, and other stigmata associated with the aging…

INTRODUCTION Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML) is a rare but usually fatal demyelinating neurodegenerative disease. It occurs almost exclusively in individuals with severe immunodeficiencies, such as transplant recipients on immunosuppressant medications…

INTRODUCTION Psoriasis is a complex chronic inflammatory skin disorder affecting approximately 2% to 3% of the population, and it poses a lifelong burden for those affected. There is increasing awareness…

INTRODUCTION Serum testosterone is the main serum androgen and stimulates the in utero differentiation of the Wolffian duct into male internal genitalia and the pubertal development of libido, enlargement of…