INTRODUCTIONInfantile hemangiomas (IH) are the most common benign vascular tumors of infancy.1 Prevalence in childhood varies between 1–10%.2 Most IH can be followed without treatment, but treatment may be necessary…
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INTRODUCTIONPoly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) is a biodegradable, synthetic polymer that stimulates the production of collagen in the skin,1 and can improve the quality, volume, and thickness of the skin.2,3 PLLA is…
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INTRODUCTIONHidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic inflammatory disease of the follicular unit in intertriginous areas, including the axillae, inguinal and anogenital areas.1 Clinical manifestations include the presence of double-headed comedones,…
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INTRODUCTIONSkin is an integumentary system organ that interfaces with the environment to protect the body from physical and biological damage. In order to fulfill this role, the skin needs elasticity…
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INTRODUCTIONThe treatment of ageing is usually focused primarily on the face. However, this can lead to a discrepancy in appearance if the face is successfully rejuvenated but other highly visible…
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Access to health information online has resulted in increased internet use to !nd medical education resources.1,2 The United States (US) population is comprised of 60.1% Whites, 18.5% Hispanics or Latinos,…
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IntroductionChronic wounds are a source of severe morbidity to patients.1 Wounds are also a notable burden on the healthcare system, with reported prevalence of 4.64% in the U.S. and an…
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INTRODUCTIONThe COVID-19 pandemic has forced healthcare providers across all specialties to adjust their methods of clinical practice. In Dermatology, focus on the continued safe usage of immunomodulating biologic therapies has…
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IntroductionActinic keratoses (AKs) are common skin lesions association with increased exposure to ultraviolet radiation; these lesions have the potential to transform into squamous cell carcinomas (SCCs).1 Therapeutic options for AKs…
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INTRODUCTION Skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the United States. More than five million Americans are diagnosed annually, and 20% will develop skin cancer by the age…
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Dermatologists typically counsel patients on vitamin D supplementation when recommending rigorous sun protection for conditions such as lupus or melanoma. Evidence supports a synergistic impact for vitamin K2 on vitamin…
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CASE SCENERIOA 26-year-old patient presents to the dermatology clinic with severe nodulocystic scarring acne. The patient identifies as a transgender male and notes that he has been receiving hormone replacement…
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