INTRODUCTIONPsoriasis is a chronic, relapsing, and remitting inflammatory skin disease affecting 7.4 million adults in the United States (US).1 Psoriasis can have devastating effects on numerous aspects of life.2-4 The…
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CASE PRESENTATIONA 55-year-old female with a history of hypertension and discoid lupus presented to dermatology clinic with widespread urticated tense bullae and crusted erosions present for several months (Figure 1),…
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INTRODUCTIONA previously healthy 3-year-old boy presented to our Pediatric Dermatology clinic with a 3-month history of marked nail dystrophy involving several fingers and toes. The differential diagnosis included onychomycosis and…
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INTRODUCTIONEfficacy and tolerability of topical treatments for acne and other dermatological conditions are impacted not only by the active drug but also by the vehicle used for its delivery.1,2 For…
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INTRODUCTIONPsoriasis (PsO) is a common, chronic, autoimmunemediated inflammatory disorder associated with significant patient burden, impacting both costs (health care costs, and productivity losses)1 and quality of life.2 Common types of…
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INTRODUCTIONInsect bites not only carry the potential to spread disease but also cause significant discomfort. DEET and other chemical pest-repellents are potentially neurotoxic.1 Natural repellents based on essential oils show…
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INTRODUCTIONThe need for diversification in dermatology has been increasingly highlighted. However, until recently there had been a lack of emphasis on the pathway that unites all physicians: medical education. Fortunately,…
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INTRODUCTIONPsoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition affecting 2% to 3% of the world's population.1,2 The development of the characteristically pruritic plaques is driven by complex immune processes. Although topical…
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INTRODUCTIONInternational Dermatology Outcome Measures (IDEOM) was founded in 2013 to address a need for evidence-based and consensus-driven outcome measures in dermatology.1 Clear outcome measures are critical in dermatology where there…
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INTRODUCTIONThe skin is the second largest organ of the body. It acts as a protective barrier and is a reflection of overall health. This makes the cutaneous conditions different from…
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INTRODUCTIONPsoriasis, a chronic autoimmune skin disease affecting individuals with geographical variations, has multifactorial pathogenesis. Worldwide prevalence is about 2%, but prevalence varies according to the region. The prevalence in Caucasian…
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INTRODUCTIONThe first 1-year training program in Mohs Surgery was established by Dr Perry Robins at NYU in 1970 (Table 1). Several other training programs were established in the 1970s, including…
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