INTRODUCTIONAfamelanotide (SCENESSE®) is a synthetic analogue of αâ€melanocyteâ€stimulating hormone (α-MSH) that induces tanning of the skin. α-MSH is a product of the proopiomelanocortin gene (POMC), which is cleaved into the…
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INTRODUCTIONHirsutism is defined as the growth of excessive terminal hair in androgen-dependent sites in females.1 Hirsutism affects 10% to 20% of women,2 having a major impact on their quality of…
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CASE 1A 38-year-old woman with Fitzpatrick skin type 3 complained of a burning 20 minutes after the application of topical anesthetic cream: benzocaine 20%, lidocaine 8%, and tetracaine 4% (BTL…
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INTRODUCTIONThe clinical appearance of aging skin is the result of natural aging superimposed with the effects of the environment or extrinsic aging. While solar radiation remains the most important factor…
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INTRODUCTIONAcne vulgaris, or acne, is a common skin condition that affects approximately 10% of the global population.1 Despite their efficacy, many acne medications are irritating, decreasing adherence to therapy. Treatment-related…
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A nationwide vaccination program against coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has materialized as Emergency Use Authorizations (EUA) have been issued for the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines. These vaccines rely on…
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INTRODUCTIONFacial fillers are an increasingly popular cosmetic procedure used for facial rejuvenation. Regardless of the experience and skill level of the injector, fillers can inadvertently occlude vessels leading to blockage…
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INTRODUCTIONSkin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and the incidence has risen drastically in the last decade. From 2006 to 2012 alone, the annual…
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INTRODUCTIONPsoriasis is a chronic, inflammatory immune-mediated disease that occurs throughout the world.1 Although dermatologic disorders are common in all racial and ethnic groups,2 clinical data on psoriasis in skin of…
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INTRODUCTIONLichen amyloidosis is characterized by “rippled”, brown, extremely pruritic plaques, typically on the lower extremities, that is often refractory to medical intervention. Here, a case of lichen amyloidosis successfully treated…
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INTRODUCTIONPsoriasis is a lifelong, relapsing, immune-mediated disease that primarily affects the skin and joints.1-3 It is estimated to affect more than 7 million people in the Unites States and approximately…
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INTRODUCTIONMethotrexate (MTX) is an immunosuppressive medication used to treat a wide range of dermatological conditions, most commonly psoriasis.1 MTX was first approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in…
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