INTRODUCTIONIf there is a cookbook in Dermatology, the essential ingredient in every recipe is sunscreen. Patients presenting with acne, rhytides, melasma, actinic keratoses, or anything else within a dermatology office…
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The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) held a hearing on the safety of dermal fillers in November of 2008 which generated a great deal of media attention and, more…
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In the field of psoriasis, advances in our understanding of immune dysregulation and pathophysiologic pathways have led to a revolution of therapies that have dramatically improved the lives of a…
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INTRODUCTIONWhile truncal acne vulgaris is estimated to occur in about 50-60% of patients who also suffer from facial acne vulgaris, often times it is undertreated.1-2 When confronted about treatment, the majority…
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INTRODUCTIONAcne vulgaris is a very common and chronic disease that typically requires maintenance treatment. The early use of aggressive combination therapy has the potential to improve treatment by producing greater…
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INTRODUCTIONRosacea affects over 16 million individuals in the United States.1 Rosacea has a variable presentation; flushing, papules, pustules, and telangiectasias are common characterizing signs.2 The exact pathogenesis of rosacea has…
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BACKGROUNDAcne is a common dermatologic problem affecting the majority of teenagers in the US. A recent population-based study estimated the prevalence of severe acne steadily increases from 1.7% at age…
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INTRODUCTIONAcne vulgaris is a chronic inflammatory skin disease of the pilosebaceous unit, affecting approximately 80% of young adults and adolescents.1-3 It is a polymorphic disease in which several types of…
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INTRODUCTIONAcne vulgaris is a common, chronic, inflammatory disease that occurs most frequently during adolescence. Individuals of any racial or ethnic group or skin type can be affected.1-7 Acne is characterized…
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INTRODUCTIONAcne vulgaris is the most frequently diagnosed dermatologic condition in the US among those between 5 and 44 years of age.1-2 With a large number of topical agents available to…
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INTRODUCTIONAcne vulgaris is a common condition across racial and ethnic groups.1-4 Although the prevalence is highest in adolescents,4,5 it also affects many adults.4-6 Following adolescence, acne affects substantially more women…
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