INTRODUCTIONRetinol, or all-trans retinol, was the first vitamin to be synthesized in a laboratory. Methods of synthesis came from the work of David Adrianne van Dorf and Jozef Ferdinand Arens…
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INTRODUCTIONChildren with lesions on the face and other visible sites are subject to bullying and may have a poor quality of life.1 308-nm laser is used to enhance vitiliginous lesion…
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INTRODUCTIONIt is estimated that more than half of all individuals with acne have truncal involvement. Truncal acne is thought to have the same pathophysiology as facial acne. However, a recent…
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INTRODUCTIONMany patients avoid retinoic acid due to skin irritation after application, thus reducing perceived efficacy. Retinol is a less irritating topical that carries many of the same benefits as retinoic…
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INTRODUCTIONHair oils are popular over-the-counter products for skin of color patients and have also been rising in popularity amongst all patients, attributable to strategic marketing by non-dermatologist “authorities.†Coconut, castor,…
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INTRODUCTIONDermatology heavily relies on photographs in its literature to depict diseases and demonstrate treatment modalities. Previous studies have established that general medical and dermatology textbooks have limited photographic representation of…
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INTRODUCTIONTargeted marketing and media may serve as potential sources of health information for consumers, influencing knowledge, practices, perception, and utilization of health care services.1 These sources have the potential to…
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INTRODUCTIONAcne vulgaris is one of the most common diseases and impairs overall quality of life.1 Despite effective treatment options, adherence to treatment, defined as patient conformity with medication directions on…
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INTRODUCTIONAs the US demographics change towards majority persons of color, only a small percentage of dermatologists specialize in skin of color. In the past 20 years, there has been growth…
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INTRODUCTIONThe COVID-19 pandemic popularized telemedicine for many medical systems around the world. Although it came with many advantages for some individuals, it created challenges for other populations, particularly patients with…
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INTRODUCTIONRacial and ethnic diversity in healthcare has been shown to reflect positively upon access to care, patient outcomes, and patient experiences.1,2 However, there is a staggering lack of diversity within…
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Dissecting cellulitis of the scalp (DCS) also known as perifolliculitis capitis abscedens et suffodiens (PCAS) is a chronic, relapsing, inflammatory dermatosis consisting of edematous sterile pustules and nodules resulting in…
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