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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INTRODUCTIONDuring focused, new-patient dermatology encounters, examination of the oral mucosa is often deferred, leading to missed diagnoses that patients may not be aware of. This is especially valid during an…
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INTRODUCTIONSkin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States. Approximately 200,000 people are diagnosed with in situ and invasive melanoma, the most aggressive sub-set, each year accounting for…
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INTRODUCTIONAugmentation with hyaluronic acid (HA) dermal fillers is an increasingly popular aesthetic treatment approach to increase volume and improve the shape of the lips, as lips are associated with beauty…
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INTRODUCTIONTopical imiquimod 5% cream has been investigated as off-label primary or adjuvant treatment for melanoma in situ, lentigo maligna (LM) type, although long-term follow-up data are lacking.1 Herein, we present…
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