INTRODUCTIONGraham-Little-Piccardi-Lasseur Syndrome (GLPLS) is a rare clinical subtype of lichen planopilaris (LPP) that manifests as a triad of scarring alopecia of the scalp, nonscarring alopecia of the axillary and the…
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INTRODUCTIONAtopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic inflammatory skin disease associated with variable lesional morphology, distribution, symptoms, comorbidities, and quality of life (QOL) burden.1-8 These clinical domains contribute to heterogenous severity…
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INTRODUCTIONThe aging face is often characterized by skin ptosis in the lower region and the loss of a defined mandibular margin.1 Multiple factors lead to this decreased level of jawline…
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INTRODUCTIONPsoriasis is a chronic inflammatory disorder involving the skin and joints. Although psoriasis is more prevalent in populations of European ancestry, recent data show substantial rates of psoriasis in populations…
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INTRODUCTIONAtopic dermatitis (AD) is a common chronic inflammatory skin disease affecting children and adults. Most patients with mild to moderate AD are treated with topical anti-inflammatory therapy - corticosteroids or…
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INTRODUCTIONBasal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common skin malignancy among Caucasians, Asians, and Hispanics and the second most common amongst African-Americans.1 There are several recognized subtypes of BCC, including…
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CASEDespite numerous available psoriasis treatments, no "one size fits all"' regimen provides complete disease control without side effects, logistical obstacles, and/or expense. Despite increasingly efficacious drugs, only 20-25% of patients…
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INTRODUCTIONAcne keloidalis nuchae (AKN) is an inflammatory disorder primarily seen in individuals of color, characterized by acneiform and keloidal lesions on the occipital scalp/nuchal region.1 The global prevalence is 0.5%…
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INTRODUCTIONMolluscum contagiosum is a highly contagious, benign neoplastic, infectious dermatologic disease.1 It is commonly seen in children, sexually active young adults, and immunosuppressed patients.2,3 MC is a member of the…
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INTRODUCTIONUltraviolet radiation (UVR), visible light (VL) radiation, and infrared radiation (IR) make up 6.8%, 38.9%, and 54.3% of the total solar radiation, respectively, and each plays a significant role in…
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INTRODUCTIONAn inflammatory skin disease associated with impaired skin barrier function, rosacea commonly involves the face.1-3 Symptoms of rosacea can be bothersome and include pain, stinging, burning, itching, and facial flushing.1-4…
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In this supplement:Oldie But Goodie Research over the past several years has elucidated the pathophysiology of psoriasis, yielding both new treatment options and enhanced knowledge of the mechanisms of action…
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