Issue Archive
December 2018 | Volume 17 | Issue 12
Editorials
Low-Grade Cutaneous B-cell Lymphoma in African American Patients
Introduction: Cutaneous marginal zone lymphoma (CMZL) and cutaneous follicle center lymphoma (CFCL) are rare indolent cutaneous B-cell lymphomas (CBCL). Their incidence in African American (AA) patien...
Read MoreSuccessful Treatment of Pemphigus Vulgaris With Ofatumumab
Rituximab is a chimeric anti-CD20 monoclonal antibody that is very effective in treating patients with pemphigus vulgaris. Though infrequent, the development of human anti-chimeric antibodies in patie...
Read MoreThe Millennial Mindset
The U.S. Census Bureau defines the Millennial generation as those born between 1982 and 2000, placing the upper age range at 36 years old. The largest generation in US history, outnumbering Baby Boome...
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Original Articles
Skin Cancer Prevention: A Review of Current Oral Options Complementary to Sunscreens
The incidence of non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC) is dramatically increasing worldwide, despite the increased use of improved sunscreens. In 2014, the Surgeon General estimated that 2.2 to 5.0 million ...
Read MoreKnowledge, Attitudes, and Perceptions of Cannabinoids in the Dermatology Community
BACKGROUND: Recent research has identified potential uses of cannabinoids in dermatology, including psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, and wound healing. OBJECTIVE: The extent of dermatologists’ fa...
Read MoreTazarotene Revisited: Safety and Efficacy in Plaque Psoriasis and Its Emerging Role in Treatment Strategy
BACKGROUND: Psoriasis is a chronic, immune-mediated disease that varies widely in its clinical expression. Treatment options focus on relieving symptoms, reducing inflammation, induration, and scaling...
Read MoreHalobetasol and Tazarotene: Further Defining the Role of a Unique Fixed Combination Topical Lotion in Moderate-to-Severe Plaque Psoriasis
BACKGROUND: A unique fixed combination halobetasol propionate 0.01% and tazarotene 0.045% (HP/TAZ) lotion has been shown to be effective in psoriasis using Investigator Global Assessment (IGA) tools t...
Read MoreGastrointestinal Signs and Symptoms Related to Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Patients With Moderate-to-Severe Psoriasis
BACKGROUND: Psoriasis (PsO) is a chronic inflammatory skin disorder that may be associated with comorbidities, including inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), given common immunopathogenic mechanisms. Whe...
Read MoreBrightening and Improvement of Facial Skin Quality in Healthy Female Subjects With Moderate Hyperpigmentation or Dark Spots and Moderate Facial Aging
OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the safety and efficacy of ISDINCEUTICS Melaclear® serum (Barcelona, Spain) on skin brightness, skin quality, and signs of facial aging. DESIGN: This was a single-center, ob...
Read MoreOver-the-Counter Hair Loss Treatments: Help or Hype?
INTRODUCTION: A limited number of treatments have been approved for androgenetic alopecia, however, myriad over-the-counter products for hair loss are available and readily purchased by consumers. Thi...
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Features
Use of Apremilast for Aphthous Ulcers in a Patient With Behçet’s Syndrome
Behçet’s syndrome is an inflammatory disease characterized by aphthous oral ulcers and several systemic manifestations, which include genital ulcers, ocular disease, skin lesions, arthritis,...
Read MoreNavigating Targeted Therapeutics in Dermatology: Biologics and Small Molecules
Dermatology is entering an exciting era with new, targeted immune-modulating medications for treating a variety of dermatologic conditions including psoriasis, atopic dermatitis (AD), and hidradenitis...
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Case Reports
Retrospective Evaluation of Microbicidal Polymer Dressing for Reduction of Infection Following Post Deformity Correction Surgery
Pin site infections are a very common complication of external fixation, and unfortunately, no standard of care exists to effectively minimize the risk of infection. Various pin site care regimens wit...
Read MoreRapidly Enlarging Malignant Proliferating Trichilemmal Tumor in a Young Female
Malignant proliferating trichilemmal tumors are rare adnexal neoplasms that most commonly occur on the scalp in elderly women. These tumors are associated with recurrence and even nodal or distant met...
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Supplements
Acne and Scarring: Facing the Issue to Optimize Outcomes
Acne scarring can affect patients across the spectrum of acne severity. Of multiple potential risk factors, the most important is acne severity followed by time to effective treatment, manipulation of...
Read MoreEvaluation, Prevention, and Management of Acne Scars: Issues, Strategies, and Enhanced Outcomes
Acne is a common disease affecting a high percentage of the younger population. Without appropriate and effective primary prevention of scarring, post-acne scars occur in about 80-95% of all patients....
Read MoreRetinoids in Acne Management: Review of Current Understanding, Future Considerations, and Focus on Topical Treatments
Acne vulgaris is the most common skin condition affecting adolescents and young adults with a tremendous psychosocial impact. Its pathogenic hallmarks include follicular dyskeratosis, increased sebum ...
Read MoreIssues and Considerations for Optimal Outcomes in Acne Management
This supplement summarize recent advances in the scientific understanding of acne pathogenesis as it relates to effective treatment acne in patients of all skin types and describes the role of retinoi...
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