INTRODUCTIONAcne vulgaris is one of the most common chronic dermatologic conditions globally and often significantly affects quality of life. For moderate to severe and treatment-resistant acne, oral isotretinoin remains one…
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INTRODUCTIONModerate-to-severe psoriasis is associated with substantial burden, including increased depression and anxiety and reduced quality of life (QOL).1 Skin clearance with biologic therapies is associated with improved QOL; however, psoriatic…
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INTRODUCTIONHidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic inflammatory skin disorder of the pilosebaceous unit, characterized by deep, tender, purulent cystic lesions found primarily in intertriginous areas. HS is tightly related to…
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INTRODUCTIONLichen simplex chronicus (LSC) is a debilitating chronic itch condition, affecting up to 12% of the population, severely impacting patients' quality of life. It is characterized by lichenified skin secondary…
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INTRODUCTIONVitiligo research has seen a gradual increase in publications and citations from 1980 to 2000, with a significant rise after 2005.1 Vitiligo research peaked in 2016 with 528 published articles…
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INTRODUCTIONThe reality of dermatology practice is that doctor-patient encounters are often limited to minutes, making it critical to optimize each visit, particularly for conditions like non-segmental vitiligo (NSV). Patients frequently…
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BACKGROUNDScarring is a natural part of the wound healing process, but it may result in disfigurement, functional limitations, psychosocial distress, discomfort, pruritus, and pain, highlighting the need for preventative and…
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INTRODUCTIONPyoderma gangrenosum (PG) is a rare, neutrophilic dermatosis characterized by rapidly enlarging, painful ulcers with violaceous and undermined borders. It is commonly associated with systemic disorders, including rheumatoid arthritis, hematologic…
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INTRODUCTIONAcne vulgaris (Acne) is a prevalent inflammatory skin condition that can cause lifelong physical consequences, including dyschromia and scars, leading to social and psychological impacts.1-3 While commonly associated with adolescence,…
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INTRODUCTIONDermatology providers have traditionally used a test dose (TD) of methotrexate when initiating treatment to assess a patient's predisposition to severe adverse events, particularly myelosuppression.1 Although not standardized, a TD…
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INTRODUCTIONFlap Design and Movement When linear closure along the resting skin tension lines (RSTL) is inappropriate for a given defect, other repairs may be considered. Rotation flaps can be a…
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In this issue:VEHICLES MATTERAlthough data suggest that antibiotic use by dermatologists is decreasing, our specialty still has the highest rates of oral antibiotic prescribing across all fields of medicine.1,2 In…
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