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Multiple eruptive milia.
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A 61-year-old-man presented with a sudden onset of multiple, hyperpigmented papules with a central punctum on the face, chest, upper back, and arms. Histopathologic examination showed infundibular cysts. These findings are consistent with a diagnosis of multiple eruptive milia, which is a rare disorder that is characterized by the sudden development of crops of milia over weeks to months. They are more extensive in number and distribution than they are in primary milia. Milia may present spontaneously without a known cause, as part of an inherited familial condition, or as part of a genodermatosis. The etiologies are u...
Source: Dermatol Online J - November 7, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Batra P, Tsou HC, Warycha M, Votava HJ, Stein J Tags: Dermatol Online J Source Type: journals
Mixed immunobullous disorder most consistent with the IgA-form of epidermolysis bullosa acquisita.Email this article to a colleague.
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We describe a case of non-scarring, generalized, cutaneous and mucosal subepidermal bullous dermatosis that is characterized histopathologically by a neutrophilic infiltrate and strong linear staining with both IgA and IgG along the basement-membrane zone. Autoantibodies to collagen VII of both the IgA and IgG4 subtypes were detected by indirect immunofluorescence test, which led led to a diagnosis of epidermolysis bullosa aquisita (EBA). EBA is a subepidermal bullous disorder that is mediated by autoantibodies, which are directed against type VII collagen. The distinct clinical presentations of EBA are reviewed and discus...
Source: Dermatol Online J - November 7, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Rizzo C, Votava HJ, Meehan SA, Kundu R, Franks AG Tags: Dermatol Online J Source Type: journals
Generalized discoid lupus erythematosus.Email this article to a colleague.
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A 79-year-old woman presented with a four-year history of generalized, erythematous, indurated plaques on the malar areas, back, and extremities. The lesions had been recalcitrant in the past to topical glucocorticoid therapy. A skin biopsy specimen was diagnostic of discoid lupus erythematosus (DLE). A minority of patients with DLE progress to develop systemic lupus erythematosus although generalized DLE is more frequently associated with systemic involvement than is limited disease. Standard therapy of cutaneous lupus includes broad spectrum sunscreens, topical and intralesional glucocorticoids, and antimalarial agen...
Source: Dermatol Online J - November 7, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Farley-Loftus R, Mahlberg M, Merola JF, Votava HJ, Meehan S, Stein J, Shupack JL Tags: Dermatol Online J Source Type: journals
Pseudoxanthoma elasticum.Email this article to a colleague.
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We present two siblings with pseudoxanthoma elasticum, who have considerable differences in disease related morbidity, which highlights intra-familiar phenotypic heterogeneity.
PMID: 19891925 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Dermatol Online J - November 7, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Gonzalez ME, Votava HJ, Lipkin G, Sanchez M Tags: Dermatol Online J Source Type: journals
Hyperimmunoglobulin E syndrome with a novel STAT3 mutation.Email this article to a colleague.
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A 35-year-old man with severe eczematous dermatitis and recurrent staphylococcal skin infections, some of which required hospitalization, is presented. Other medical concerns include recurrent oral staphylococcal infections, otitis media, ocular herpes simplex virus keratitis, asthma, steroid-induced gastritis, steroid-induced cataracts, recurrent upper respiratory infections, and acute pharyngitis. Past medical history includes retained dentition of six primary teeth, two episodes of childhood pneumonia that required hospitalization, and three wrist and ankle fractures. Laboratory data showed an eosinophil count of 2,...
Source: Dermatol Online J - November 7, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Anolik R, Elmariah S, Lehrhoff S, Votava HJ, Martiniuk FT, Levis W Tags: Dermatol Online J Source Type: journals
Familial benign chronic pemphigus (Hailey-Hailey disease).Email this article to a colleague.
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A 57-year-old woman presented with a 27-year history of vesicles and crusted erosions of the intertriginous folds. Prior treatments had included topical glucocorticoids, mupirocin, and minocycline, all of which provided minimal relief. A skin biopsy specimen was consistent with Hailey-Hailey disease. Hailey-Hailey disease is the result of mutations in the ATP2C1 gene and is characterized by recurrent vesicles and erosions in intertriginous areas. Whereas topical and/or systemic antibiotic/antifungal agents in combination with topical glucocorticoids is the mainstay of treatment, case reports have documented dramatic im...
Source: Dermatol Online J - November 7, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Warycha M, Patel R, Meehan S, Merola JF Tags: Dermatol Online J Source Type: journals
Pityriasis rotunda.Email this article to a colleague.
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A 42-year-old man presented with asymptomatic, sharply-demarcated, round, scaly lesions on his forearms that had been present for several months. A skin biopsy specimen was consistent with pityriasis rotunda. Pityriasis rotunda is a disorder of keratinization, which is thought to be a form of acquired ichthyosis, a delayed presentation of congenital ichthyosis, or a cutaneous manifestation of systemic disease. Patients with pityriasis rotunda may be classified into one of two groups, which are based on ethnicity, number of lesions, family history, and association with systemic diseases. Treatment is challenging, but th...
Source: Dermatol Online J - November 7, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Batra P, Cheung W, Meehan SA, Pomeranz M Tags: Dermatol Online J Source Type: journals
Lichenoid drug eruption.Email this article to a colleague.
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A 78-year-old man presented with an eight-month history of folliculocentric, pink, hyperkeratotic papules and plaques with thick white scale that involved the entire body, with confluence on the buttocks and genitalia. A biopsy specimen demonstrated superficial and focal, mild perivascular and perifollicular, band-like lymphocytic infiltrate and eosinophils. There were lymphocytes extending to the dermo-epidermal junction with vacuolar changes. A diagnosis of lichenoid drug eruption secondary to a proton-pump inhibitor was made. To the best of our knowledge, only one other case of lichenoid drug eruption secondary to a...
Source: Dermatol Online J - November 7, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Brauer J, Votava HJ, Meehan S, Soter NA Tags: Dermatol Online J Source Type: journals
Acquired smooth-muscle hamartoma.Email this article to a colleague.
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A 52-year-old woman presented with an occasionally pruritic, hyperpigmented and hypertrichotic, indurated plaque on the left upper arm that initially developed during childhood. Histopathologic examination showed changes that were consistent with a smooth-muscle hamartoma. Cutaneous smooth-muscle hamartomas are uncommon benign neoplasms. Most lesions are congenital, but there have been a few reports of acquired lesions. These lesions have been described as part of a spectrum of neoplasms that include Becker nevi since they share many clinical and histopathologic features.
PMID: 19891920 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Dermatol Online J - November 7, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Yancovitz M, Gonzalez ME, Votava HJ, Walters R, Kundu R, Shupack JL Tags: Dermatol Online J Source Type: journals
Keratitis-ichthyosis-deafness (KID) syndrome.Email this article to a colleague.
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This report draws attention to inflammatory nodules (representing ruptured folliculitis), cysts, and recurrent infections on the scalp as manifestations of KID syndrome and reviews the increasingly recognized risk of follicular tumors and squamous-cell carcinomas in patients with this conditions.
PMID: 19891919 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Dermatol Online J - November 7, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Gonzalez ME, Tlougan BE, Price HN, Patel R, Kamino H, Schaffer JV Tags: Dermatol Online J Source Type: journals
Cutaneous piloleiomyomata.Email this article to a colleague.
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A 49-year-old man presented with an eight-month history of intermittently painful, subcutaneous nodules that were increasing in size, number, and pain intensity. A biopsy specimen showed smooth muscle proliferation, which also stained positive for actin, and was consistent with piloleiomyoma. The patient was placed initially on gabapentin and then nifedipine with very limited success in pain control. The lesions continued to proliferate, and the patient was referred to surgery for excision.
PMID: 19891918 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Dermatol Online J - November 7, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Smith G, Heidary N, Patel R, Rosenman K, Meehan SA, Kamino H, Sanchez M Tags: Dermatol Online J Source Type: journals
POEMS syndrome (polyneuropathy, organomegaly, endocrinopathy, monoclonal gammopathy, and skin changes).Email this article to a colleague.
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A 62-year-old woman with hypothyroidism presented with a seven-year history of paresthesias, itching, and edema of the skin. Physical examination showed indurated, edematous plaques on the lower extremities. A biopsy specimen showed increased mucin deposition that was consistent with myxedema, and monoclonal IgM was observed on immunofixation. The constellation of findings, which included paresthesias, endocrinopathy, monoclonal gammopathy, and skin changes was consistent with POEMS (polyneuropathy, organomegaly, endocrinopathy, monoclonal gammopathy, and skin changes) syndrome, which is a rare multisystemic disease th...
Source: Dermatol Online J - November 7, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Liang C, Gonzalez M, Patel R, Meehan S, Kamino H, Franks AG Tags: Dermatol Online J Source Type: journals
Porokeratosis palmaris et plantaris disseminata or a disseminated late-onset variant of porokeratotic eccrine ostial and dermal ductal nevus (PEODDN) with follicular involvement.Email this article to a colleague.
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A 48-year-old woman presented with a four-year history of pruritic, hyperkeratotic, spiny papules that began on her chest and spread to her extremities, groin, palms, face, and scalp where it caused non-scarring alopecia. Histopathologic features included cornoid lamella, which is the hallmark of porokeratosis. However, the patient's constellation of findings does not meet diagnostic criteria for any of the five clinical variants of porokeratosis. Her presentation is most compatible with either porokeratosis palmaris et plantaris disseminata (PPPD), which is a rare variant of punctate porokeratosis that can involve any...
Source: Dermatol Online J - November 7, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Hartman R, Rizzo C, Patel R, Kamino H, Shupack JL Tags: Dermatol Online J Source Type: journals
Lymphedema praecox.Email this article to a colleague.
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A 57-year-old man presented with the post-pubertal onset of asymptomatic swelling of the left arm and legs that had been complicated by recurrent bouts of cellulitis. The presentation and disease course are consistent with lymphedema praecox, which is a subtype of primary lymphedema with onset at puberty and a slowly progressive course. The subtypes of lymphedema, pathogenesis, and treatment are reviewed.
PMID: 19891915 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Dermatol Online J - November 7, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Rizzo C, Gruson LM, Wainwright BD Tags: Dermatol Online J Source Type: journals
Generalized eruptive keratoacanthomas of Grzybowski.Email this article to a colleague.
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A 48-year-old man presented with a two-year history of a generalized, pruritic eruption that was associated with numerous, dome-shaped papules and nodulocystic lesions. Biopsy specimens have shown keratoacanthomas and a lichenoid dermatitis. Evaluation for malignant conditions has been negative. Owing to the constellation of findings, a diagnosis of generalized eruptive keratoacanthomas of Grzybowski associated with lichenoid dermatitis and acneiform lesions is favored. The patient is currently on a trial of acitretin.
PMID: 19891914 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Dermatol Online J - November 7, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Lu PD, Lee A, Cassetty CT, Cheung W, Wang N, Halpern AC, Cohen DE Tags: Dermatol Online J Source Type: journals
Fixed cutaneous sporotrichosis.Email this article to a colleague.
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We present a patient with fixed cutaneous sporotrichosis whose delayed diagnosis led to appreciable scars and morbidity.
PMID: 19891913 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Dermatol Online J - November 7, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Mahlberg MJ, Patel R, Rosenman K, Cheung W, Wang N, Sanchez M Tags: Dermatol Online J Source Type: journals
Linear psoriasis.Email this article to a colleague.
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A 33-year-old man presented with verrucous, red-brown papules, which coalesced into linear plaques on the right buttock, waist, thigh, and genitals. A skin biopsy was consistent with psoriasis, and the unilateral distribution in a linear pattern led to a diagnosis of linear psoriasis, which is a rare variant of psoriasis. Although histopathologically it can be difficult to distinguish from inflammatory linear verrucous epidermal nevus (ILVEN), linear psoriasis presents in adulthood and responds to conventional topical antipsoriatic therapies.
PMID: 19891912 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Dermatol Online J - November 7, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Chien P, Rosenman K, Cheung W, Wang N, Sanchez M Tags: Dermatol Online J Source Type: journals
Systemic drug-related intertriginous and flexural exanthema (SDRIFE).Email this article to a colleague.
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A 72-year-old man with a history of metastatic melanoma presented with a two-day history of erythematous and edematous plaques, with scattered bullae on the neck, chest, axillae, and inguinal and gluteal folds, which began five days after infusion of an experimental drug. The clinical and histopathologic findings were consistent with systemic drug-related intertriginous and flexural exanthema (SDRIFE), which is an uncommon drug reaction that results in symmetric erythema that affects the buttocks, groin, and/or thighs as well other flexural folds. The clinical manifestations of SDRIFE are highly characteristic and incl...
Source: Dermatol Online J - November 7, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Elmariah SB, Cheung W, Wang N, Kamino H, Pomeranz MK Tags: Dermatol Online J Source Type: journals
Eosinophilic fasciitis/generalized morphea overlap.Email this article to a colleague.
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A 50-year-old woman presented with a three-month history of violaceous, non-tender, indurated plaques on the chest, abdomen, breasts, and proximal portions of the arms and legs. An incisional biopsy specimen showed changes consistent with a diagnosis of inflammatory morphea. Over the course of one year, the patient began to develop signs and symptoms suggestive of a diagnosis of eosinophilic fasciitis, which included the characteristic groove sign on the upper extremities. Although our patient did not exhibit peripheral or histopathologic evidence of eosinophilia, the diagnosis of eosinophilic fasciitis could still be ...
Source: Dermatol Online J - November 7, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Heidary N, Cheung W, Wang N, Kamino H, Franks AG Tags: Dermatol Online J Source Type: journals
Rowell syndrome (systemic lupus erythematosus + erythema multiforme).Email this article to a colleague.
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A 61-year-old woman with a history of chilblains and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) for 15 years presented with annular, erythematous, scaly papules and plaques on her face, neck, chest, abdomen, back, arms, and legs. A biopsy specimen showed a destructive interface dermatitis with extensive epithelial cell necrosis, which was consistent with lupus erythematosus with combined subacute cutaneous lupus and erythema multiforme-like features. These findings are most compatible with a diagnosis of Rowell syndrome. Rowell syndrome and its relation to lupus erythematosus and erythema multiforme are discussed.
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Source: Dermatol Online J - November 7, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Lee A, Batra P, Furer V, Cheung W, Wang N, Franks A Tags: Dermatol Online J Source Type: journals
Psoriasis not independently linked to ischemic heart diseaseEmail this article to a colleague.
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Psoriasis may not be a clinical risk factor for ischemic heart disease hospitalization, Dutch study findings suggest.
Source: MedWire News - Dermatology - November 7, 2009 Category: Dermatology Source Type: news
Novexel Starts Phase II Clinical Trial With NXL103 In Adults With Acute Bacterial Skin And Skin Structure Infections (ABSSSI)Email this article to a colleague.
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Novexel, a speciality pharmaceutical company focused on the discovery and development of novel antibiotics designed to overcome the significant global problem of microbial resistance, announces that its most advanced oral antibacterial NXL103 (flopristin/linopristin), has started a Phase II clinical trial in adults with acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections (ABSSSI).
Source: Dermatology News From Medical News Today - November 7, 2009 Category: Dermatology Tags: Dermatology Source Type: news
Skin photoprotection by natural polyphenols: anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and DNA repair mechanismsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Abstract Epidemiological, clinical and laboratory studies have implicated solar ultraviolet (UV) radiation in various skin diseases
including, premature aging of the skin and melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers. Chronic UV radiation exposure-induced skin
diseases or skin disorders are caused by the excessive induction of inflammation, oxidative stress and DNA damage, etc. The
use of chemopreventive agents, such as plant polyphenols, to inhibit these events in UV-exposed skin is gaining attention.
Chemoprevention refers to the use of agents that can inhibit, reverse or retard the process of these harmful e...
Source: Archives of Dermatological Research - November 6, 2009 Category: Dermatology Tags: Archives of Dermatological Research Source Type: journals
Theravance And Astellas Announce The Commercial Launch Of VIBATIVTM (telavancin) In The United StatesEmail this article to a colleague.
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Theravance, Inc. (NASDAQ: THRX) and Astellas Pharma US, Inc. announced today the commercial launch of VIBATIV™ (telavancin) in the United States. On September 11, 2009, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved VIBATIV for the treatment of adult patients with complicated skin and skin structure infections (cSSSI) caused by susceptible Gram-positive bacteria, including Staphylococcus aureus, both methicillin-resistant (MRSA) and methicillin-susceptible (MSSA) strains.
Source: Dermatology News From Medical News Today - November 6, 2009 Category: Dermatology Tags: Dermatology Source Type: news
Lichen Planus and dyslipidaemia: a Case–control StudyEmail this article to a colleague.
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This case study investigates the association between lichen planus and dyslipidaemia. The British Journal of Dermatology
Source: Medscape Dermatology Headlines - November 6, 2009 Category: Dermatology Tags: Dermatology Source Type: info
Optical coherence tomography imaging of psoriasis vulgaris: correlation with histology and disease severityEmail this article to a colleague.
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Abstract Epidermal thickness (ET) has been suggested as a surrogate measure of psoriasis severity. Optical coherence tomography (OCT)
is a recent imaging technology that provides real-time skin images to a depth of 1.8 mm with a micrometre resolution. OCT
may provide an accurate in vivo measure of ET. It is, therefore, speculated that OCT may be used in the assessment of psoriasis
vulgaris. A total of 23 patients with psoriasis vulgaris were systematically evaluated by OCT imaging and skin biopsy during
treatment. Biopsies were graded for disease severity, and additional evaluation was done by the physi...
Source: Archives of Dermatological Research - November 6, 2009 Category: Dermatology Tags: Archives of Dermatological Research Source Type: journals
Gestational diabetes increases risk for infant atopic dermatitisEmail this article to a colleague.
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Exposure to gestational diabetes increases the risk for atopic dermatitis and early childhood allergen sensitization in babies born at term, report US researchers.
Source: MedWire News - Dermatology - November 6, 2009 Category: Dermatology Source Type: news
Post surgical radiotherapy lowers lymph node recurrence in melanoma patientsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Results from a randomized trial show that high-risk melanoma patients who undergo radiotherapy following lymphadenectomy surgery have a reduced risk for further regional relapse.
Source: MedWire News - Dermatology - November 6, 2009 Category: Dermatology Source Type: news
Topical treatment of melasmaEmail this article to a colleague.
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Bandyopadhyay DebabrataIndian Journal of Dermatology 2009 54(4):303-309Melasma is a common hypermelanotic disorder affecting the face that is associated with considerable psychological impacts. The management of melasma is challenging and requires a long-term treatment plan. In addition to avoidance of aggravating factors like oral pills and ultraviolet exposure, topical therapy has remained the mainstay of treatment. Multiple options for topical treatment are available, of which hydroquinone (HQ) is the most commonly prescribed agent. Besides HQ, other topical agents for which varying degrees of evidence for clinical effi...
Source: Indian Journal of Dermatology - November 5, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Bandyopadhyay Debabrata Source Type: journals
Chronic urticaria and treatment optionsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Godse Kiran VasantIndian Journal of Dermatology 2009 54(4):310-312Chronic urticaria has a wide spectrum of clinical presentations and causes. Still, despite our best efforts no cause may be found in the majority of cases. The treatment options are: Primary prevention in the form of avoidance of aggravating factors; counseling; antihistamines; leukotriene receptor antagonists; prednisolone; sulfasalazine and a host of immunosuppressives like methotrexate, cyclosporine, omalizumab etc.
Source: Indian Journal of Dermatology - November 5, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Godse Kiran Vasant Source Type: journals
Vitiligo and the melanocyte reservoirEmail this article to a colleague.
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Falabella RafaelIndian Journal of Dermatology 2009 54(4):313-318Repigmentation of vitiligo depends on available melanocytes from three possible sources: from the hair follicle unit which is the main provider of pigment cells, from the border of vitiligo lesions, and from unaffected melanocytes within depigmented areas; pigment cells at these locations originate a perifollicular, border spreading and a diffuse repigmentation pattern. In order for repigmentation to take place under stimulation with diverse therapies, melanocytes should be present in appropriate numbers. Melanocyte tissue stem cells located in the niche at th...
Source: Indian Journal of Dermatology - November 5, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Falabella Rafael Source Type: journals
Quantitation of mast cells and collagen fibers in skin tagsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusion: </b> The positive correlation between mast cell count and percentage of collagen mean area suggests the critical role of mast cells in the etiogenesis of skin tags through its interaction with fibroblasts.
Source: Indian Journal of Dermatology - November 5, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: El Safoury Omar Soliman, Fawzy Marwa M, El Maadawa Zeinab M, Mohamed Dalia H Source Type: journals
Photo-stimulatory effect of low energy helium-neon laser irradiation on excisional diabetic wound healing dynamics in wistar ratsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusion:</b> The biochemical analysis and clinical observation suggested that 3-6 J/cm<sup> 2 </sup> laser photo stimulation facilitates the tissue repair process by accelerating collagen production in diabetic wound healing.
Source: Indian Journal of Dermatology - November 5, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Maiya Arun G, Kumar Pramod, Nayak Shivanand Source Type: journals
Dermatology life quality index scores in vitiligo: Reliability and validity of the Tunisian versionEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions:</b> The study findings showed that the Tunisian version of the DLQI questionnaire has a good structural characteristic and is a reliable and valid instrument that can be used for measuring the effects of vitiligo on quality of life.
Source: Indian Journal of Dermatology - November 5, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Jalel Akrem, Soumaya Gaigi Siala, Hamdaoui Mohamed Hedi Source Type: journals
Familial reactive perforating collagenosisEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusion: </b> Oral and topical retinoids in combination with emollients is the best treatment option.
Source: Indian Journal of Dermatology - November 5, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Bhat Yasmeen J, Manzoor Sheikh, Qayoom Seema, Wani Roohi, Baba Asif Nazir, Bhat Arshad Hussain Source Type: journals
Dermatological manifestations in HIV-infected patients at a tertiary care hospital in a tribal (Bastar) region of Chhattisgarh, IndiaEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusion</b> : This study showed high prevalence of dermatological manifestations in HIV-infected subjects, and they occur more frequently with progression of HIV and decline in immune functions. Therefore, early diagnosis and management of skin disorders can improve the quality of life of HIV-infected subjects.
Source: Indian Journal of Dermatology - November 5, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Singh Harminder, Singh Prabhakar, Tiwari Pavan, Dey Vivek, Dulhani Navin, Singh Amita Source Type: journals
Recurrence pattern in squamous cell carcinoma of skin of lower extremities and abdominal wall (Kangri cancer) in Kashmir valley of Indian subcontinent: Impact of various treatment modalitiesEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusion: </b> Post operative radiotherapy significantly decreases the loco-regional recurrences and a trial of prophylactic nodal irradiation is justified in a selected group of such patients.
Source: Indian Journal of Dermatology - November 5, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Teli Mohmad Ashraf, Khan N A, Darzi M Ashraf, Gupta Meenu, Tufail A Source Type: journals
Pattern of sexually transmitted<b><i> </b></i>infections in a tertiary care centre at PuducherryEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions: </b> Herpes genitalis was the most common ulcerative STD, while genital wart was the most common nonulcerative STI in our study. The prevalence of HIV among STI clients in India has been on the rise, but has quite alarmingly become the most common STI in our study.
Source: Indian Journal of Dermatology - November 5, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Devi S Abarna, Vetrichevvel T P, Pise Gajanan A, Thappa Devinder Mohan Source Type: journals
Efficacy and tolerability of cefditoren pivoxil in uncomplicated skin and skin structure infections in Indian patientsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusion: </b> Cefditoren pivoxil 200 mg b.i.d. was effective and well tolerated in the treatment of uSSSI.
Source: Indian Journal of Dermatology - November 5, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Manaktala Charu, Singh Amit Kumar, Verma Manish, Sachdeva Asheesh, Sharma Himanshu, Roy Arjun, Jalali R K, Gowrishankar R, Kumar A, Kumar A Sainath, Jayaraman A M, Swarnkar B, Srinivas C R, Nayak Chitra, Duttaroy D, Umrigar D, Jesudanam Madhuri, Maheshwar Source Type: journals
Vitiligo treatment with vitamins, minerals and polyphenol supplementationEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusion:</b> Our findings suggest that an antioxidant supplementation is significantly beneficial in contributing superior clinical efficacy to cure vitiligo.
Source: Indian Journal of Dermatology - November 5, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Jalel Akrem, Soumaya Gaigi Siala, Hamdaoui Mohamed Hedi Source Type: journals
Treatment of periocular hyperpigmentation due to lead of kohl (surma) by penicillamine: A single group non-randomized clinical trialEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusion: </b> Regardless other causes,<b> </b> this study spots the light on a new concept for periocular hyperpigmentation from lead toxicity in adult females using kohl and suggests D-PCN in a low divided dose (750 mg/day) for its treatment.
Source: Indian Journal of Dermatology - November 5, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: El Safoury Omar Soliman, Abd El Fatah Dina Sabry, Ibrahim Magdy Source Type: journals
Comparative evaluation of long pulse alexandrite laser and intense pulsed light systems for pseudofolliculitis barbae treatment with one year of follow upEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions:</b> Our results showed that both systems might improve PFB but Alexandrite laser was more effective at reducing PFB than IPL.
Source: Indian Journal of Dermatology - November 5, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Leheta Tahra M Source Type: journals
Diffuse plane xanthomatosis in a patient with <i>Budd-Chiari syndrome</i> and monoclonal gammopathyEmail this article to a colleague.
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We present a case of diffuse plane xanthoma in a 62-year-old man who developed normolipemic plane xanthomas coinciding with Budd-Chiari syndrome and monoclonal gammopathy. We review the English-language literature regarding the rare association of xanthomas and Budd-Chiari syndrome.
Source: Indian Journal of Dermatology - November 5, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Kocak Mukadder, Keles Hatice, Yakaryilmaz Fahri, Bozdogan Onder, Guliter Sefa Source Type: journals
Rare association of hyper IgE syndrome with cervical rib and natal teethEmail this article to a colleague.
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We report here a classical case of HIES with rare associations of natal teeth, bilateral cervical ribs, and conductive deafness. The patient was being treated with monteleukast and dapsone.
Source: Indian Journal of Dermatology - November 5, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Roshan Anupama S, Janaki C, Parveen B, Gomathy N Source Type: journals
Cutis marmorata telangiectatica congenita with skin ulcerations in a new bornEmail this article to a colleague.
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Chatterjee Rita, Dey SubhenduIndian Journal of Dermatology 2009 54(4):375-377Cutis marmorata telangiectatica congenita (CMTC) is a rare congenital disorder with persistent cutis marmorata, telengiectasia, and phlebectesia, which may be associated with cutaneaus atrophy and ulceration of the involved skin. We herewith report a full-term newborn female baby with CMTC at birth with ulceration over the extensor aspects of both the knee joints and right elbow joint. CMTC is a benign vascular anomaly representing dilatation of capillaries and veins of dermis and is apparent at birth. The baby had a reticulated bluish purple skin...
Source: Indian Journal of Dermatology - November 5, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Chatterjee Rita, Dey Subhendu Source Type: journals
Hyper IgE syndrome with umbilical herniaEmail this article to a colleague.
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Hiremath N C, Madan Mohan N T, Srinivas C, Sangolli Prabhakar M, Srinivas K, Soumya NIndian Journal of Dermatology 2009 54(4):378-379Hyper IgE Syndrome (HIES) is a rare multi system genetic immunodeficiency disorder, with immunological and non-immunological features. Immunolgical features are 1) Recurrent cutaneous abscesses, 2) Atopic dermatitis like lesions,
3) Sino pulmonary infections, 4) Elevated serum IgE levels and 5) Abnormal neutrophil chemotaxis. Non immunological features include cranio facial and skeletal abnormalities. We are reporting a girl with classical features of HIES with umbilical hernia with her you...
Source: Indian Journal of Dermatology - November 5, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Hiremath N C, Madan Mohan N T, Srinivas C, Sangolli Prabhakar M, Srinivas K, Soumya N Source Type: journals
Recurrent ovarian malignancy presenting as cutaneous metastasisEmail this article to a colleague.
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We report the case of the woman who presented to us with clitoral nodules and skin nodules. Histopathological examination of nodules confirmed the diagnosis of metastasis of an ovarian carcinoma. Despite poor prognosis, the patient responded and survived well beyond the expected four months survival of similar cases.
Source: Indian Journal of Dermatology - November 5, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Karpate Shilpaja J, Samal Swarnlata L, Jain Suchi M Source Type: journals
Cutaneous zygomycosis due to <i>Saksenaea vasiformis</i> in an immunocompetent hostEmail this article to a colleague.
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Baradkar V P, Kumar SIndian Journal of Dermatology 2009 54(4):382-384<i>Saksenaea vasiformis </i> is an emerging zygomycete species, most often associated with cutaneous, subcutaneous and rhino- orbito-cerebral infections. Herein, we report a case of cutaneous zygomycosis of face caused by<i> Saksenaea vasiformis </i>in a 54-year-old immunocompetent female. The diagnosis was carried out by microscopy using KOH mount, Gram staining, Gomori's methenamine silver staining, hemotoxylin and eosin staining and culture on Sabouraud's Dext...
Source: Indian Journal of Dermatology - November 5, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Baradkar V P, Kumar S Source Type: journals
Species identification of <i>Candida</i> isolates obtained from oral lesions of HIV infected patientsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Baradkar V P, Kumar SIndian Journal of Dermatology 2009 54(4):385-386A total of 60 patients suspected to have AIDS with oral lesions suggestive of oral candidiasis were studied. <i>Candida species </i>were isolated from 50 patients. <i>Candida albicans </i>was the commonest isolate (70 %) followed <i>Candida parapsilosis </i>(15%), <i>Candida glabrata </i>(7.5%) and <i>Candida tropicalis </i>(5%) re...
Source: Indian Journal of Dermatology - November 5, 2009 Category: Dermatology Authors: Baradkar V P, Kumar S Source Type: journals
