Urticaria, for greater than 6 weeks in the absence of a consistent, identifiable trigger, is termed chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU).1 Although the disease course is mostly self-limiting, CSU persists in…

INTRODUCTIONAcne vulgaris (acne) is an inflammatory skin disorder, ranked by the Global Burden of Disease Project as the eighth most prevalent disease worldwide.1,2 Globally the prevalence of acne is estimated…

Accidental administration of half the dose of the initial Astra-Zeneca Covid-19 vaccine1 in an experimental subgroup was surprisingly found, after the second full dose, to confer a higher percent of…

INTRODUCTIONThe coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has changed the existence and day-to-day lives of people around the world. From city, state, or nationwide lockdowns to domestic and international travel restrictions,…

INTRODUCTIONMonoclonal antibodies targeting epidermal growth receptor factor (EGFR) are widely used in the treatment of diverse types of cancers. Among these drugs is panitumumab, a humanized immunoglobulin specific to EGFR…

Surgical reconstruction of the lip remains a challenge for dermatologic surgeons and plastic surgeons alike.1 In facial cosmetic reconstruction, careful attention to aesthetic subunits is crucial, and, for repairs of…

INTRODUCTIONTelemedicine, defined as practicing medicine at a distance, provides an opportunity for patients to see their physician without physical interaction.1 This platform of medical service delivery has become more common,…

INTRODUCTIONBecause, after the face, hands are the most visible part of the human body, requests for rejuvenation with nonsurgical aesthetic procedures are increasing.1 However, the anatomic complexity of the hand,…

INTRODUCTIONAntimicrobial resistance (AMR) has become one of the most important determinants of outcomes in patients with infections.1 A recent report estimates that by 2050, 10 million people per year will…

INTRODUCTIONPrimary hyperhidrosis is a chronic disorder of excessive sweating that can profoundly impact quality of life. Measuring hyperhidrosis severity is challenging. The absence of widely accepted, scientifically sound, patient-reported outcome…

INTRODUCTIONRosacea is a chronic skin disorder characterized by inflammation and vasculopathy.1-3 About 5%–10% of the population is affected by rosacea, which has been said to be most prevalent in Caucasian…