INTRODUCTIONSynergy is an appealing yet somewhat ambiguous concept, useful for its applications in maximizing therapeutic efficacy, minimizing side effects associated with any one treatment, and decreasing the development of drug…
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INTRODUCTIONCutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL) describes a heterogeneous group of lymphoproliferative disorders characterized by accumulation of malignant T–cell clones in skin, followed by other organs. Although not a common disease, incidence…
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INTRODUCTIONActinic keratosis (AK) is a lesion of the epidermis comprised of rapidly proliferating neoplastic keratinocytes.1 AK most commonly occurs on the skin in areas of sun exposure, namely the face,…
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INTRODUCTIONSecukinumab is a human anti-interleukin (IL)-17A immunoglobulin G1κ monoclonal antibody with demonstrated efficacy in the treatment of moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis.1-3 In the phase 3 ERASURE and FIXTURE trials, secukinumab was…
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INTRODUCTIONTelogen effluvium (TE) is a type of non-scarring alopecia characterized by diffuse shedding of telogen hairs in response to metabolic or psychological stresses. The role of nutritional deficiencies in this…
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INTRODUCTIONImpetigo is a highly contagious infection of the superficial layers of the epidermis.1 In the United States, it is the most common bacterial skin infection in children and the third…
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INTRODUCTIONAssessing the risk for skin irritation and sensitization is a critical step in the development of products designed for skin care.1-4 Ethnic differences in skin sensitivity have been investigated with…
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Effective treatment of acne vulgaris (acne) can improve patients’ qualify of life (QOL) and psychological well-being,1,2 both of which may be adversely affected by acne.1,3,4 While oral dapsone, a sulfone…
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INTRODUCTIONOnychomycosis is the most common nail disease in adults, representing up to 50% of all nail disorders, and nearly always associated with tinea pedis.1,2 Disease severity is usually classified according…
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INTRODUCTIONAtopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic, inflammatory skin disorder characterized by dryness, pruritus, erythema, oozing, crusting, and lichenification.The therapy for AD is aimed to eliminate symptoms, reduce the frequency and…
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CASE PRESENTATIONA 14-year-old male presents to the office with a 3-month history of a small mass behind the left ear associated with discomfort only when applying pressure. The patient also…
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ATOPIC DERMATITISDefining the Skin and Blood Biomarkers of Pediatric Atopic DermatitisAtopic dermatitis (AD), also known as eczema, is the most common inflammatory skin disorder of children, affecting 10% to 20%…
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