INTRODUCTIONThe anti-inflammatory properties of a topically-applied corticosteroid (CS) have been well recognized since the discovery of Compound F (hydrocortisone) in 1949.1 In 1958, dexamethasone was introduced after a search for…

INTRODUCTION Verrucae, commonly known as warts, are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). Humans are the primary reservoir for this virus. Infection with HPV is exceedingly commonplace, and it is…

INTRODUCTIONTraditional skin resurfacing CO2 laser devices, though highly effective in tissue coagulation, are associated with prolonged recovery time, bleeding, oozing, and risk of post treatment hyper or hypopigmentation.1-5 In addition,…

INTRODUCTION The use of botulinum toxin as a therapeutic agent was pioneered by an ophthalmologist around 30 years ago for use in strabismus and blepharospasm.1,2 In the following decades, botulinum…

INTRODUCTIONCutaneous HP can produce profound psychosocial impacts depending upon one’s race and personality. It is the second most common complaint in dermatologist’s offices by African American patients, while 11th in…

INTRODUCTION One of the biggest challenges in managing plaque psoriasis is lack of adherence to treatments by patients, which negatively affects treatment outcomes.1 Forty percent of surveyed subjects with plaque…

INTRODUCTION A slim and smooth neck is considered youthful, with loss of neck, chin and jaw line definition considered by some as an unwelcome sign of aging.1-3 Banding of the…

INTRODUCTION Photodamage is one of the major causes of premature aging of the skin.1 The hands receive extensive exposure to environmental factors as well as to different agents that may…

The Department of Dermatology at the University of Minnesota was founded in 1971. However, dermatology has been part of the medical school at the University of Minnesota since February 7,…

DISCLOSURES The author has no conflicts of interest to disclose.AUTHOR CORRESPONDENCENoah Goldfarb MDgold0414@umn.edu