INTRODUCTIONIt is well understood that people of color (POC) are at lower risk for developing melanoma compared to their white counterparts. However, skin cancer tends to be diagnosed at a…
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INTRODUCTIONThe resemblance of mycosis fungoides (MF) to prevalent skin disorders such as atopic dermatitis presents a diagnostic challenge for dermatologists. Histopathologic criteria may demonstrate a lichenoid infiltrate mixed with coarse…
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INTRODUCTION The type 1 interferon (IFN) signaling pathway is considered a key player in the pathogenesis of systemic lupus erythematosus.1,2 Elevated serum levels of type 1 IFNs and IFN-inducible gene…
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INTRODUCTIONBullous pemphigoid (BP) is the most common autoimmune subepidermal blistering disease, propagated by autoantibodies against BP antigen 230 (BPAG1) and BP antigen 180 (BPAG2).1 Classically, it presents with intensely pruritic…
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BACKGROUNDAcne vulgaris is a common skin disease characterized by inflammatory papules, pustules, and comedones that is prevalent in men and women of color. Acne is the most common dermatologic diagnosis…
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INTRODUCTIONAcne vulgaris (AV) is a common skin disorder, affecting almost 100% of adolescents at some point1 and persisting in over 60% and 40% of individuals in their 20s and 30s,…
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INTRODUCTIONThe majority of people experience xerosis during their lifetime and the condition can be acute or chronic.1,2 Both endogenous and exogenous factors contribute to the development of xerosis (Figure 1).3…
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INTRODUCTIONAcne vulgaris is a prevalent chronic dermatological condition characterized by obstruction and inflammation of pilosebaceous units.1,2 Acne presents clinically as inflammatory papules, pustules, nodules, and/or cysts.3 The pathogenesis involves a…
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INTRODUCTIONAlthough acne affects patients of all ages, there are age-related differences in clinical presentation as well as patients' experience with acne and acne treatments.1 Acne onset typically corresponds to hormonal…
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INTRODUCTION Acne vulgaris, a chronic inflammatory skin condition characterized by papules, pustules, comedones, and nodules, imposes significant physical, psychological, and economic burdens.1 Acne affects 85% of adolescents but can continue…
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INTRODUCTIONAcne vulgaris is a common, chronic skin disease characterized by open or closed comedones and inflammatory lesions.1 The pathogenesis of acne is multifactorial, and key factors include follicular hyperkeratinization, microbial…
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INTRODUCTIONLichen sclerosus (LS) is a chronic inflammatory disease with a bimodal age of diagnosis in prepubertal girls and post-menopausal women.1 The symptoms of LS can mimic other conditions and lead…
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