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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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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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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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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INTRODUCTIONTopical nystatin is limited in its use for the treatment of tinea infections,1 especially because of its relatively poor minimal inhibitory concentration and minimal fungicidal concentration compared to other topical…
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INTRODUCTIONOver 40 million cases of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), responsible for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), have been reported in the United States (US).1 Pulsipher et al.2 previously…
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INTRODUCTIONIn 2023, an estimated 1,958,310 Americans will be diagnosed with cancer.1 Although overall incidence continues to rise, ongoing advancements in anticancer therapy have contributed to improved survival. Moreover, some historically…
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In the supplement: USCOM Algorithm for the Prevention and Management of Cutaneous Immunotherapy-Related Adverse EventsIn 2023, an estimated 1,958,310 Americans will be diagnosed with cancer.1 Although overall incidence continues to rise,…
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In this supplement:NECOM 3: A Practical Algorithm for the Management of Radiation Therapy-Related Acute Radiation Dermatitis New cancer cases in 2020 in Europe, excluding non-melanoma skin cancer, are estimated at…
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BACKGROUNDThe pain associated with penetration of the needle into the skin and the infiltration of the local anesthetic agent is often the only pain experienced by patients during outpatient procedures.1…
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INTRODUCTIONDyschromia is one of the most common reasons for patients to seek dermatological care, especially among individuals with skin of color.1,2 The majority of cases present as melasma or post-inflammatory…
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