To the Editor: Tzanck smear has been historically used by dermatologists to diagnose cutaneous dermatoses including vesiculobullous and granulomatous diseases. A simple, rapid, and cost-effective tool used at the bedside,…
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INTRODUCTIONCutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (cSCC) is the second most common skin cancer, occurring in 1.8 million people in the United States (US) annually.1-4 Its incidence is on the rise, likely due…
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Dear Editor, Calcinosis cutis can occur idiopathically or be associated with injury, metabolic disease, and different rheumatologic diseases such as scleroderma and dermatomyositis. Calcinosis cutis is often treatment-resistant and leads…
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INTRODUCTIONSurgeons performing hair restoration procedures routinely create thousands of micro incisions in the donor and recipient areas. This procedure creates a very unique set of challenges. Intraoperative bleeding control can…
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INTRODUCTIONOn November 28, 2022, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced its plan to rename monkeypox "mpox" following growing concern regarding the stigmatizing nature of the disease's original name.1 The announcement…
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INTRODUCTIONDehydrated human amnion chorion membrane (dHACM) allografts, such as EpiFix and AmnioFix among others, are synthetic skin substitutes derived from placental tissue. Comprised of an epithelial layer and 2 fibrous…
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INTRODUCTIONWith aging, the natural rejuvenation process of human skin decelerates and the skin becomes thinner, drier, and less elastic.1 Manifestations include wrinkles, discoloration, uneven texture, and alterations in pore size.…
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INTRODUCTIONApproximately one in three people within the United States of America (US) will develop herpes zoster in their lifetime.1 Herpes zoster (shingles) is a reactivation of latent varicella-zoster virus (VZV),…
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INTRODUCTIONBrentuximab vedotin (BV) is an anti-CD30 monoclonal antibody conjugated with monomethyl auristatin E by a protease-cleavable linker.1 CD30 has a variable association with other cutaneous T-cell malignancies including mycosis fungoides…
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INTRODUCTIONRepairing the epidermal barrier is critically important in the treatment of atopic dermatitis (AD) and the associated skin dryness (xerosis).1 While frequently recommended, the effectiveness of moisturizer treatment in AD…
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INTRODUCTIONThe examination of mucosal surfaces is a crucial portion of a complete dermatologic examination,1 and may provide invaluable clues for the diagnosis of mucocutaneous or systemic disease. The frequency of…
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To the Editor, Dermatology is one of the most competitive residencies for matching among medical school applicants. A strong connection with a residency program through research or clinical rotations may…
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