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Wed, 29 Jun 2011 17:58:31 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4967478&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21675490%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Abramovits W, Baugh J PMID: 21675490 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4967478 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4967478 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4967477&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21675491%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lai-Cheong JE, McGrath JA PMID: 21675491 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4967477 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4967477 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4967476&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21675492%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Husain Z, Lambert WC PMID: 21675492 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4967476 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4967476 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4967475&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21675493%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Franco-Arcia F, Goihman-Yahr M PMID: 21675493 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4967475 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4967475 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4967474&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21675494%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Panahi Y, Davoudi SM, Beiraghdar F, Amiri M Oral doxepin was shown to reduce chronic pruritus due to sulfur mustard. The present study compared the effects of topical doxepin 5% with betamethasone 1% for the treatment of pruritus in veterans exposed to sulfur mustard. This investigator-blinded, randomized, clinical trial was conducted in an outpatient dermatology clinic. Seventy-five men who were exposed to sulfur mustard 23 to 28 years ago during the Iran-Iraq war who complained of pruritus were randomized to receive doxepin cream 5% (n = 40) or betamethasone cream 0.1% (n = 35) twice a day for 6 weeks. Pruritus severity and Dermatology Life Quality Index (DLQI) were evaluated before and after each treatment. Both groups showed significant improvement regarding pruritus (P &l... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4967474 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4967474 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4967473&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21675495%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Valentine MC Follicular accentuation in some patients with seborrheic dermatitis of the back and chest has been recognized for more than a century. The recognition of Malassezia folliculitis in recent decades has led to some confusion regarding categorization of these cases. The author proposes that there is sufficient clinical variation between the typical case of Malassezia folliculitis and patients with follicular seborrheic dermatitis to justify continued separation of these entities until further study provides more clarification. PMID: 21675495 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4967473 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4967473 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4967472&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21675496%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Staiger H, Saposnik M, Spiner RE, Schroh RG, Corbella MC, Hassan ML Primary anetoderma is a rare idiopathic disease of the skin characterized by circumscribed areas of slack skin and loss of elastic fibers found on histopathologic examination. It has been related to systemic lupus erythematosus and other immune diseases. In recent years, however, its association with antiphospholipid antibodies has been highlighted, and it should be considered a clinical manifestation of these antibodies. PMID: 21675496 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4967472 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4967472 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4967471&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21675497%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Tarabuso AL Fabry disease (FD) is an X-linked lysosomal disorder caused by the deficient activity of the enzyme alpha-galactosidase A, which leads to multisystemic storage of globotriaosylceramide in visceral tissues and vascular endothelium. FD manifests primarily in affected hemizygous men, with a wide range of clinical signs in heterozygous women. Acroparesthesias, angiokeratomas, pain crisis, and cornea verticillata are early manifestations of FD. With age, severe complications involving the kidneys, heart, and brain cause considerable morbidity and premature death. Although the clinical onset of FD occurs in childhood, diagnosis is often delayed or missed. In men, the diagnosis must be confirmed biochemically by demonstration of decreased levels of alpha-galactosidase A a... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4967471 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4967471 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4967470&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21675498%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Scheinfeld NS PMID: 21675498 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4967470 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4967470 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4967469&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21675499%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Epstein HA PMID: 21675499 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4967469 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4967469 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4967468&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21675500%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Patel LM, Lambert WC PMID: 21675500 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4967468 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4967468 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4967467&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21675501%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Baroni A, Romano F A 25-year-old man presented with Touraine-Solente-Golé syndrome (primary pachydermoperiostosis), with an area of inflammatory dermatosis (12-month evolution) of the scalp at the cranial vertex. The patient presented with arthropathy, clubbing of the digits, diffuse periostosis, pachydermia of the hands and feet, and periosteal hyperostosis of the knee. Facial seborrhea and sebaceous gland hyperplasia were evident (Figure 1A and 1B and Figure 2A and 2B). Examination of the scalp revealed an erythematous pruritic plaque with erosions, crusts, and pustules, on which multiple tufts of 10 to 20 normal-looking hairs emerged from single follicular openings (Figure 3A). Slight pressure on the perifollicular areas resulted in the discharge of purulent material throu... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4967467 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4967467 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4967466&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21675502%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Garg T, Chander R, Mittal S Two siblings with generalized pustular psoriasis were admitted to the hospital. Case 1: A 7-year-old girl presented with recurrent episodes of multiple pinhead-sized pustules all over her body since the age of 3. The current episode began a week prior to the onset of the lesions. On cutaneous examination, she had generalized erythema topped with tiny pustules, scales, and crusting (Figure 1A). A Gram stain performed from the pustule and cultures taken from the pus and blood were sterile. Histopathology of the pustule was suggestive of pustular psoriasis (Figure 2). Hemoglobin was 8.8 g%. Other hematologic, microbiologic, and radiologic investigations were normal. Treatment was started with methotrexate, to which she responded dramatically with reduc... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4967466 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4967466 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4967465&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21675503%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Sehgal VN The parents of an 18-year-old woman had noticed white hair while combing their daughter's hair 12 years ago. They found tiny white spots on her scalp, but she was asymptomatic. The spots have since progressed. Examination of the affected skin on the scalp was marked by the presence of a chalky/ivory white macule, 8 to 10 cm in diameter, conforming to that of segmental (zosteriformis) vitiligo (Figure 1). The lesions were located on the temporoparietal region of the scalp. The hair over the macules was white (leukotrichia) and dry, coarse, and brittle. The patient's nails were thin and dull. Her thyroid profile revealed the following: triiodothyronine, 1.12 nmol/L (0.95-2.5 nmol/L); thyroxine, 69.21 nmol/L (60.0-120.0 nmol/L); and thyroid-stimulating hormone, 6.26 mic... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4967465 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4967465 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4967464&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21675504%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Weiser JA, Markowitz DM, Husain S, Grossman ME A 61-year-old man with a 12-year history of quiescent Crohn's disease on mesalamine presented to his gastroenterologist in April 2009, complaining of abdominal cramping, diarrhea, and a 25-lb weight loss over 6 weeks. He did not respond to prednisone 50 mg and 6-mercaptopurine 100 mg daily. Abdominal computed tomography findings revealed diffuse submucosal edema consistent with extensive colitis. Colonoscopy demonstrated diffuse inflammation with erythema, friability, and shallow ulcerations in the rectum and colon. Biopsies were consistent with Crohn's colitis. He was admitted for infliximab infusion for his unremitting diarrhea. Five days before admission, the patient noted mild swelling and redness of the left lower eyelid, whi... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4967464 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4967464 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4967463&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21675505%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Martin SJ, Cohen PR, MacFarlane DF, Grossman ME A 41-year-old human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-positive man was hospitalized with complaints of a 4-week history of nausea and vomiting, associated with decreased oral intake, and a 4-day history of frontal headache and fever. His medical history was significant for a gunshot wound to the head 3 years prior, with a residual seizure disorder. He also had two previous hospitalizations, both for culture-negative bacterial meningitis; the first episode occurred 12 months before admission and the second episode occurred 5 months later. At that time, he was found to be positive for serum antibodies against HIV and a CD4+ T-lymphocyte count of 126/mm3. He had no known drug allergies and was not receiving any medication. On admission, ... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4967463 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4967463 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4821735&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21548510%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Eaglstein WH, Parish LC PMID: 21548510 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4821735 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4821735 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4821734&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21548511%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Ogunmakin KO, Rashid RM Although alopecia is one of the most prevalent dermatologic conditions in the United States, it is typically viewed as a benign process with only cosmetic consequences. Androgenic alopecia has an especially strong perception as a cosmetic management issue. This contribution reviews literature gathered through MEDLINE from PubMed to emphasize the value of hair as a part of the system and to illustrate that androgenic alopecia, like psoriasis, can have severe consequences and serve as a risk factor for the development of life-threatening diseases. Individuals with alopecia experience psychosocial and psychiatric illness and may be at risk for cardiovascular disease, prostatic cancer, and squamous cell carcinoma of the scalp. All persons with alopecia shou... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4821734 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4821734 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4821733&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21548512%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Maleszka R, Turek-Urasinska K, Oremus M, Vukovic J, Barsic B Efficacy and safety of azithromycin and doxycycline for the treatment of moderate acne vulgaris were evaluated (240 patients) in both intention-to-treat and per-protocol populations. The evaluation of clinical efficacy was based on the change in the number of facial inflammatory lesions from baseline to the end of treatment, and noninferiority was defined by the upper 95% confidence limit of the difference between two treatments being less than 9. Reduction in the number of lesions was similar with both azithromycin and doxycycline treatments (27 +/- 12 and 30 +/- 12, respectively) in both groups. Also, the upper 95% confidence limit of 5 inflammatory lesions has satisfied the noninferiority criterion. The incidence ... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4821733 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4821733 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4821732&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21548513%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Borowicz J, Gillespie M, Miller R Amyloidosis is generally classified as either systemic or cutaneous, with both primary and secondary forms. There are also heredofamilial and hemodialysis-associated varieties of amyloidosis, all with specific amyloid fibril derivatives. Nodular cutaneous amyloidosis is the most rare form of primary cutaneous amyloidosis. Lesions typically present as a crusted nodule on the face, extremities, or acral sites. The amyloid fibrils are immunoglobulin-derived and either kappa or lambda light chains. Systemic involvement is dependent on plasma cell amyloid protein deposition. Lesions may otherwise be classified as a local plasma cell clone or cutaneous plasmacytoma. Recent reports state that there is <10% risk of systemic progression. Workup shou... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4821732 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4821732 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4821731&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21548514%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Sehgal VN, Aggarwal AK, Srivastava G, Chatterjee K Nail changes in children have been reviewed in the backdrop of nail biology. The authors review nail changes caused by a variety of cosmetics and ingestion of drugs. Nail biopsy and its significance in the diagnosis is emphasized. PMID: 21548514 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4821731 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4821731 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4821730&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21548515%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Epstein HA Nanotechnology is a subject of extensive global interest. The ability to control matter at the nanoscale level presents a revolutionary opportunity to benefit society in numerous disciplines. Nanotechnology is currently found in cosmetic products, particularly sunscreen products containing titanium dioxide and zinc oxide. Published information in scientific journals suggests that nano-sized ingredients used in cosmetic products pose no more risk to human health than larger sized counterparts. The issue remains under investigation. PMID: 21548515 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4821730 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4821730 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4821729&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21548516%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Jow T, Patel L, Sharma A, Maghari A, Lambert WC PMID: 21548516 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4821729 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4821729 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4821728&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21548517%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Rainforth SI PMID: 21548517 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4821728 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4821728 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4821727&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21548518%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Campbell C, Parish LC PMID: 21548518 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4821727 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4821727 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4821726&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21548519%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lowenstein EJ PMID: 21548519 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4821726 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4821726 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4821725&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21548520%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kaimbo DK, Mutosh A, Leys A, Parys-van Ginderdeuren R, Bergen AA CASE 1: A 24-year-old black woman was referred to our clinic in September 1999 by the department of dermatology. She was referred to confirm the diagnosis of pseudoxanthoma elasticum (PXE). Her medical history was normal. Dermatologic examination revealed confluent papules that gave the skin a "plucked chicken" appearance on the flexural surfaces in the neck, axillae, clavicle, thigh, and periumbilical area (Figure 1). The patient stated that the changes in her skin had begun in the periumbilical region at about 5 years of age and had since been slowly progressive. Physical examination showed brownish black pigmentation on the left side of the face, left eyelid, and left sclera, which was diagnosed as Nevus of Ot... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4821725 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4821725 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4821724&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21548521%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Narang T, Dipankar D, Dogra S An 11-year-old boy was referred to our department for vesicular lesions of the buttocks of 7 years' duration (Figure 1). He also complained of intermittent oozing of serosanguineous fluid, which caused social impairment. On clinical examination, clusters of flesh-colored to translucent papules were present over the buttocks, perianal area, and left calf. The lesions were excised 4 years ago, after confirming the diagnosis of lymphangioma circumscriptum on histopathology. They started recurring on and around the surgical site within 6 months of surgery. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) was performed to evaluate the deeper extension of the lesion. The lymphangioma previously identified by cutaneous examination manifested as an altered T2 signal, spr... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4821724 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4821724 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4821723&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21548522%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Garg T, Ramchander , Shrihar R, Gupta TP, Aggarwal S A 28-year-old woman presented with reddish raised, shiny lesions over the face and ears present for the past 3 years. Four years ago, she developed in her left axilla a nodule that became fluctuant and tender, which ruptured to discharge seropurulent material. It subsided after the patient had received antibiotics for 6 months, leaving puckered scarring. There was no history of antituberculous treatment. After 1 year, she developed papulonodular lesions on her face, nose, and ears. There was now a history of malaise, fever, dry cough, and anorexia and weight loss for the past 2 months. The patient was fully vaccinated in childhood, including against varicella infection. The general physical examination revealed lymphadenopat... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4821723 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4821723 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4821722&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21548523%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Rodríguez-García C, González-Hernández S, Pérez-Robayna N, Rodríguez-Rodríguez R, Sánchez R, Guimerá F, González-De-Mesa MJ A 72-year-old Caucasian woman without remarkable medical history presented with an asymptomatic bilateral periocular swelling, which had been present for 2 months. Physical examination showed symmetric indurated periocular erythematous plaques (Figure 1). Biopsy of a skin lesion revealed aggregates of vacuoles of different sizes (Figure 2) surrounded by a prominent inflammatory infiltrate constituted by macrophages, lymphocytes, neutrophils, and granulomatous foreign body reaction throughout the reticular dermis and hypodermis. These histological findings were consistent with the injection of an oily foreign substance. The patient denied the sel... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4821722 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4821722 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4821721&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21548524%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Sadeghian G, Ziaei H A 30-year-old woman presented with multiple pruritic raised skin lesions at the proximal part of her left arm for the past 15 years. At the age of 15, the patient noticed red nodules accompanied with severe pruritus over the arm, which started to spread and involved the dorsal aspect of her scapula (Figure 1). They had been increasing in number during the past 15 years. There was no history of pain either spontaneously or in response to cold, tactile, or emotional stress, with no bleeding or oozing. There was no family history of similar skin lesions; however, she had a history of gynecologic problems for 10 years, and examination of her uterus showed uterine leiomyomas. The patient complained about severe pruritus. This symptom was exaggerated with sun ex... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4821721 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4821721 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4821720&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21548525%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Carneiro S, Ramos-e-Silva M, Russi DC, Albuquerque EM, Sousa MA A 70-year-old white housewife presented with a rare presentation of coexistent generalized morphea and lichen sclerosus et atrophicus with unusual clinical aspects. The patient had disseminated erythematous lesions that evolved into indurated large plaques. Hypopigmentation and hyperpigmentation developed later, in addition to ivory, white, and shiny plaques on the trunk (Figure 1). The skin of the arms and legs showed a wavy contour (Figure 2). Various areas were markedly sclerotic and some had edematous papules (Figure 3). Multiple indurated, ivory, white, shiny, large, and hypochromic plaques were seen on the trunk Laboratory examinations showed increased immunoglobulin A and antinuclear antibodies 1:200 speckl... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4821720 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4821720 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4821719&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21548526%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Montes LF, Nimni M PMID: 21548526 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4821719 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4821719 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4660795&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21409956%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lavery MJ, Parish LC PMID: 21409956 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4660795 Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4660795 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4660794&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21409957%26dopt%3DAbstract In this study, the familial frequency of psoriasis in a Turkish multiple sclerosis cohort was investigated, and a higher frequency of psoriasis was found, supporting the presence of a complex background of autoimmunity underlying psoriasis. PMID: 21409957 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4660794 Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4660794 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4660793&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21409958%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Ceilley RI Formulation development is key to the successful treatment of acne. There has been significant progress over the past few years, but not all developments can be universally applied. An effective topical formulation must provide chemical stability and enhanced penetration of active ingredients at optimal concentrations for efficacy and safety; be cosmetically acceptable; and not add side effects of its own. Both retinoids and fixed combinations containing benzoyl peroxide are commonly used to treat acne, but both have the potential to cause troublesome dose-dependent irritation and dryness. Excipients such as surfactants and alcohol have added to the problem. Two products have recently been introduced where a combination of micronization skills and well-chosen excipi... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4660793 Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4660793 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4660792&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21409959%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Durdu M, Seçkin D, Baba M The Tzanck smear test is a simple, rapid, valuable, and cost-effective diagnostic method based on the investigation of characteristics of individual cells. In this method, materials are obtained by various techniques and then transferred to a glass slide. Slides can be stained with various dyes and then are examined under a light microscope. To date, cytology has mostly been used in the diagnosis of various erosive-vesiculobullous and nodular lesions, including many tumors. The sampling methods for Tzanck smears and the cytologic findings of a broad range of skin diseases that could provide a rapid diagnosis are described. PMID: 21409959 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4660792 Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4660792 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4660791&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21409960%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Carneiro C, Chaves M, Verardino G, Drummond A, Ramos-e-Silva M, Carneiro S Patients have frequently described fatigue in association with chronic diseases, including cancer and a host of neurologic, metabolic, and psychiatric diseases. Fatigue can be influenced by factors such as the activity of the disease, medication, age, sex, and duration of symptoms. It presents a multidimensional influence with expression on physical, emotional, cognitive, and even social aspects of life. Fatigue also coexists and often interacts with other factors, including disturbance of mood, anemia, infections, fever, pain, sleep, and stress, making its evaluation complex. Psoriasis is a systemic inflammatory and chronic disease that can be widespread and recurrent. Patients with psoriatic arthritis... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4660791 Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4660791 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4660790&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21409961%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Sehgal VN, Aggarwal AK, Srivastava G, Chatterjee K The nail, a well-recognized and fascinating appendage of the skin, represents an invaluable clinical means to facilitate the diagnosis of a number of dermatoses; hence, the authors considered it worthwhile to examine the physiopathologic alterations affecting the nail morphology, including shape, attachment, surface, and color. The accurate definitions of nail abnormalities in various cutaneous disorders have been delineated and their clinical ramifications have been recounted. PMID: 21409961 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4660790 Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4660790 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4660789&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21409962%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Abramovits W, Oquendo M, Gupta AK PMID: 21409962 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4660789 Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4660789 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4660788&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21409963%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Husain Z, Rojas J, Maghari A, Lambert WC PMID: 21409963 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4660788 Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4660788 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4660787&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21409964%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Wynter R PMID: 21409964 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4660787 Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4660787 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4660786&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21409965%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Rashid RM, Torres-Cabala C, Chon S A 71-year-old man presented to the authors' clinic for evaluation of a red line under his right thumb. He noticed a red streak develop during the past year. It slowly grew in width and become more prominent in color (Figure 1). It did not cause pain. He delayed presentation because he perceived it to be only a cosmetic issue. Medical history included a metastatic atypical carcinoid tumor to the liver, lung, and the bone diagnosed 9 years ago. He had undergone multiple debulking surgeries and was currently taking octreotide and zoledronic acid. He had not started any new medications in the past 2 years. Review of systems was unremarkable. On physical examination, the right thumb nail was noted to have a red streak that began at the distal matr... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4660786 Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4660786 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4660785&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21409966%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Muñoz C, Chang AL A 33-year-old healthy Latina (from either Mexico or Central America) woman with Fitzpatrick type V skin complained of a 2-year history of progressive hyperpigmentation on the axillary folds, dorsal hands, upper neck spilling onto the jawline area, and lower abdomen. There was no preceding dermatitis. The lesions were asymptomatic. She did not use any prescription or over-the-counter drugs or any herbal supplements. She denied contact with any new substances and did not start any new activities. A full review of systems was negative. Physical examination revealed diffuse symmetric gray patches on the proximal arms radiating from the axillary folds with extension onto the trunk (Figure 1). This discoloration was also present on the dorsal hands (Figure 2), upp... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4660785 Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4660785 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4660784&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21409967%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Sánchez-Salas MP, Latasa de Aranibar FJ, Oncíns Torres R, Gambó Grasa P A 48-year-old man presented with a 4-month history of papular hyperkeratotic diffuse lesions on his trunk, arms, and neck that were highly pruritic (Figure 1). He also had "V"-shaped nicks in the nails, mucous white papules on his palate, and diffuse desquamation on the scalp. Abnormal laboratory values included elevated levels of uric acid and triglycerides. Serum electrolytes, blood sugar, and renal and liver function test results were within normal range. X-ray film and abdominal ultrasonography findings were also normal. Histopathologic study of the biopsy from the thorax revealed acantholysis with suprabasal clefting, intraepidermal lacunae, and dyskeratosis with corps ronds. The clinical features ... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4660784 Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4660784 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4660783&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21413645%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Parish LC PMID: 21413645 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4660783 Mon, 01 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4660783 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4660782&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21413646%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Paschoal FM, de Barros JA, de Barros DP, de Barros JC, Filho CD Digital dermatoscopy, a noninvasive auxiliary method that can improve the diagnosis of nearly all pigment skin lesions, was used to study 6 cases of tinea nigra, a rare dematiaceous superficial fungal infection and a potential mimicker of melanocytic nevus. Patients were first evaluated by a manual dermatoscope using a 10-fold magnification. The same patients were then reevaluated using a digital dermatoscope with 20-, 50-, and 70-fold magnifications. Direct mycologic examination and culture supported the establishment of the etiologic diagnosis. All reported cases showed a single dermatoscopic pattern. Manual and digital dermatoscopic images revealed irregularly distributed dark brown-pigmented dot lesions with f... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4660782 Mon, 01 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4660782 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4660781&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21413647%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Al Aboud K Leprology is the medical science that focuses on the study of leprosy. There are several eponymic terms that are in common use in leprology, and this paper sheds some light on these eponyms. PMID: 21413647 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4660781 Mon, 01 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4660781 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4660780&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21413648%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Rathnayake D, Sinclair R Spironolactone has been used as a potassium-sparing diuretic for more than 30 years. It is a synthetic 17-lactone steroid and primarily acts as an aldosterone antagonist. Since the accidental discovery of its antiandrogenic effects, it has been used in the treatment of many dermatologic conditions in which androgen plays a role in the pathogenesis. Antiandrogenic effects of spironolactone are exerted by reducing testosterone production and inhibiting its action on the target tissues. Spironolactone is used as a primary medical treatment for hirsutism and female pattern hair loss. Continuous treatment is required to sustain the effect. It is an effective alternative treatment for acne in women. It has the benefit of a long-term safety profile. Spironola... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4660780 Mon, 01 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4660780 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4660779&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21413649%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Sehgal VN, Srivastava G, Dogra S Atopic dermatitis is a common inflammatory skin disorder of variable severity characterized by eczematous skin lesions associated with itching. This disease has an intricate immunologic basis influenced by genetic/familial predisposition and certain environmental, lifestyle, and dietary factors. Recent trends suggest a continuous rise in the prevalence of atopic dermatitis in developed nations and in countries undergoing rapid urbanization and industrialization. Pattern and morphology of skin lesions vary with different age groups, and the course of the disease is punctuated by remissions and relapses. Atopic dermatitis has a profound effect on quality of life of patients and may cause financial burden and loss of employment. Therapeutic option... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4660779 Mon, 01 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4660779 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4660778&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21413650%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Sharma A, Jow T, Maghari A, Lambert WC PMID: 21413650 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4660778 Mon, 01 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4660778 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4660777&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21413651%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Scheinfeld NS PMID: 21413651 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4660777 Mon, 01 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4660777 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4660776&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21413652%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Dlova NC PMID: 21413652 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4660776 Mon, 01 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4660776 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4660775&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21413653%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Epstein HA PMID: 21413653 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4660775 Mon, 01 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4660775 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4660774&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21413654%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Samrao A, Reis M, Niedt G, Rudikoff D A 34-year-old Hispanic woman presented with an 18-month history of an intermittent, asymptomatic eruption that began on her left axilla after using a depilatory cream containing corn starch and thioglycolate (Figure 1A). The eruption then spread to her right axilla and lower abdomen (Figure 1B). She reported worsening with deodorant use, but had been using the same deodorant for many years and had continued using it twice a day. Treatment with topical corticosteroids had not helped. The patient coincidentally had been started on isotretinoin 5 months previously for acne, but it had no effect on her axillary or abdominal lesions. Physical examination revealed multiple dark brown and black papules with a "stuck-on" appearance in both axillae... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4660774 Mon, 01 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4660774 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4660773&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21413655%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Ma N, Maghari A, Sarkissian N, Lambert WC PMID: 21413655 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4660773 Mon, 01 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4660773 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4660772&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21413656%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Siddiqui Y, Rashid RM A 12-hour-old newborn was noted by his parents and primary care team to have distinctive blue nail color changes. The blue color extended from the proximal nail bed to the mid-nail bed region. This did not resolve over the next 2 days, and dermatology was consulted. The child was born full term, and he and his mother had no medical history. He had an Apgar score of 9, and regular pulse oximeter showed > 97% saturation. No signs of cyanosis were noted on full skin and mucosa examination. Complete blood cell count and basic metabolic panel results were unremarkable. The blue discoloration (Figure) was not blanchable and did not resolve with warming of the hands. Physical examination was otherwise unremarkable and no murmur was appreciated. Due to the lac... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4660772 Mon, 01 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4660772 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4660771&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21413657%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Russo JP, Raffaeli R, Ingratta SM, Rafti P, Mestroni S Case 1: A 17-year-old male rural worker from Bolivia living in La Plata (Argentina) for the past year had a lesion on the flexor side of his right forearm (6 x 4 cm). The lesion was formed by several confluent nodular areas, wine-red in color, some fistulized, with hemopurulent drainage. The area was hot and painless (Figure 1). On physical examination, no regional adenomegalies were reported. The following analyses were requested and results reported. Soft tissue ultrasound: material of solid consistency with layered liquid areas, located in the subcutaneous cellular tissue, with fistulous tract, connecting through superficial planes. Evidence of peripheral edema. Bacteriologic analysis (puncture aspiration): methicillin-... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4660771 Mon, 01 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4660771 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4660770&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21413658%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Akhdari N, Ouladsiad M, Aboussad A, Amal S A 2-hour-old newborn boy hospitalized in the neonatal intensive care unit was examined for unusual cutaneous lesions. He had firm plaques covering his body, with fissures especially in flexural areas. Other remarkable findings included edematous hands and feet, ectropion, eclabium, and contractures (Figure). Topical emollients and etretinate were advised, but the newborn died a few hours later. The parents were first-degree relatives. There was no family history of similar lesions. On the basis of clinical features, the diagnosis of harlequin ichthyosis was made. PMID: 21413658 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4660770 Mon, 01 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4660770 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256306&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137632%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Parish LC, Witkowski JA PMID: 21137632 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256306 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256306 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256304&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137633%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Yoo JY, Al Naami M, Markowitz O, Hadi SM Patch testing is an important diagnostic tool commonly used to identify allergens responsible for allergic contact dermatitis, especially in cases where the diagnosis is not clearly apparent. The authors report the patch test results from 2004-2008 and compare the results with the North American Contact Dermatitis Group and Mayo Clinic. Four hundred thirty-four patients with suspected allergic contact dermatitis underwent standardized patch testing with a tray consisting of 50 allergens at Mount Sinai Medical Center. Two hundred ninety patients (66.8%) had positive reactions to at least one allergen. The most frequent contact allergens included nickel sulfate (13%), fragrance mix (9.6%), propylene glycol (7.8%), neomycin sulfate (6.6%),... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256304 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256304 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256302&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137634%26dopt%3DAbstract This study was conducted to assess the frequency of dermatologic diseases in Turkish university students. University students who visited two dermatology outpatient clinics within the Ege University Health, Culture and Sports Office were included in the study. Each student was examined by two dermatologists. Questions about demographic data and information about the frequency of using the swimming pool were directed to the patients. All dermatological diseases were recorded. Patients were asked to assess and give a score for the state of their mental wellness using the visual analog scale (0-100) during the past month. Chi-square and Student t tests were used for statistical analyses. A total of 1733 individuals, 750 (43.3%) men and 983 (56.7%) women, were included in the study. The most f... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256302 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256302 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256301&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137635%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lee JB, Hirokawa D The practice of dermatoscopy continues to gain popularity among clinical dermatologists as well as nondermatologists, and therefore an increasing number of publications in the literature are targeted toward providing education on using a dermatoscope with success. Part 1 of this overview on dermatoscopy will focus on a detailed description of dermatoscopic findings of nonmelanocytic simulators of melanoma. PMID: 21137635 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256301 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256301 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256300&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137636%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Schechtman RC Sporotrichosis is a subcutaneous mycosis of implantation. It is the only subcutaneous mycosis for which direct examination or histology is of little or no value for diagnosis. The diagnosis solely rests on the isolation of Sporothrix schenckii in culture. On pathologic examination, causative organisms are rarely seen. Staining with fluorescent-labeled antibodies may aid in visualizing the cigar-shaped yeast forms; however, the organisms are still difficult to identify. Topical therapy is not effective. Potassium iodide is an effective treatment for sporotrichosis, but this agent has not been subjected to specific treatment trials comparing its efficacy against azoles or allylamine alternatives. Itraconazole is generally safe and well tolerated, and the relapse ra... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256300 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256300 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256298&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137637%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Sehgal VN, Srivastava G PMID: 21137637 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256298 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256298 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256294&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137638%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Sarkissian N, Maghari A, Rojas J, Lambert WC PMID: 21137638 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256294 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256294 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256293&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137639%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Humphreys T PMID: 21137639 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256293 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256293 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256292&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137640%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Siddiqui AR, Bernstein JM, Polenakovik H PMID: 21137640 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256292 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256292 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256291&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137641%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Holubar K, Wikonkál N David Gruby (1810-1898) was an early mycologist, the most prominent between Agostino Bassi (1773-1856) who discovered the fungus on silk worms and Raymond Sabouraud (1864-1938) who wrote the first textbook in the field. PMID: 21137641 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256291 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256291 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256288&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137642%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Dlova NC PMID: 21137642 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256288 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256288 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256287&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137643%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Mandrell J, Youker S, Allen EJ, Hurley MY, Obadiah J A 35-year-old African American man presented with complaints of malodorous drainage from hypertrophic lesions on his occipital scalp (Figure 1, inset). The patient had no family history of keloid formation and no other keloids on his body. The hypertrophic mass on his scalp had been present for 10 years and had not been a result of any type of mechanical, surgical, or laser treatment. It corresponded to the distribution of a large vascular malformation over the occiput (Figure 1). The vascular malformation extended from the occipital scalp to the right parietal scalp, the right side of the face, neck, upper chest, and right arm, with varicosities and hypertrophy of the right upper extremity (Figure 2). The vascular malformat... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256287 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256287 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256286&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137644%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Pace JL A 46-year-old Caucasian man living on the central Mediterranean island of Gozo (Malta) was started on mefloquine 250 mg once weekly before a trip to lower Egypt. He took his medication 1 week before starting his holiday and was advised to continue it for 4 weeks after returning. He did not take any other medication and enjoyed the holiday, which he initially intended to repeat in the near future. His medical history revealed a number of episodes of psoriasis for which he sought dermatologic advice. He had been given systemic therapy on at least one occasion, but the condition had been fairly quiescent for some time and he had not needed to consult a dermatologist for more than 4 years. Soon after the third tablet of mefloquine and effectively just after his return home... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256286 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256286 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256285&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137645%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kay MH, Bak RD, Kay DN A 55-year-old high school science teacher with diabetes presented with severe pain and swelling of his left hand. He reported receiving a "shock" 2 days earlier while cleaning out his classroom's aquarium with a bare left hand. Thinking it was a "short" in the electrical connections to the aquarium's pump, he disconnected the electrical cord and continued to clean behind the pump mechanism. After a few more such shocks he put on a glove and retrieved 10 foot-long worms. Antibiotics were started. It took more than 2 weeks for the hand to return to its normal size. On presentation to our office, the patient's left hand was moderately swollen, with blistering and purpura seen on his distal fingers. He reported pain, itching, and numbness in the hand, which ... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256285 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256285 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256281&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137646%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Malbora B, Senel E, Avci Z, Ozbek N An 18-month-old boy was consulted to a pediatric clinic with a 5-month history of purpuric macules and nodules on the scalp. He had a history of trauma (falling down from a chair) to the scalp about 6 months before the consultation. He had been brought to an emergency department after the trauma. Cranial computed tomography revealed a small crack on the temporal bone. Purpuric macules and nodules of the scalp had been noticed on the control 1 month later. Results of total blood tests had been within normal limits. Dermatologic examination disclosed multiple pink to violaceous infiltrated cutaneous nodules and purpuric macules with diameters of0.5 to 1.5 cm on his scalp (Figure 1). No petechiae or ecchymoses were seen. Cervical lymphadenopath... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256281 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256281 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256391&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137602%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Parish LC, Witkowski JA PMID: 21137602 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256391 Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256391 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256390&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137603%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Cohen PR, Robinson FW, Gray JM PMID: 21137603 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256390 Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256390 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256389&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137604%26dopt%3DAbstract This study was designed and conducted as a cross-sectional study with 50 cases in the patient group and 50 patients in the control group. It was performed in the department of dermatology at Al-Sadr Teaching Hospital in Najaf, Iraq. The lipid profile, including serum levels of triglycerides, total cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein (LDL), and high-density lipoprotein, were assessed in both groups. The patient and control groups each consisted of 39 men and 11 women. The serum triglyceride, cholesterol, LDL, and very LDL levels were significantly higher in psoriatic patients (P < .05) but not for high-density lipoprotein (P >.05). Serum lipid level was found to be significantly higher in Iraqi patients with psoriasis. It may be useful to do early screening and treatment ofhyperlipid... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256389 Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256389 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256388&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137605%26dopt%3DAbstract This study is the first in Italy that, in recent years, has observed an important growth of the migration. The classic female predominance, family predisposition, and photodistribution of the lesion were found. DPN is frequently associated with patient discomfort, therefore the education of patients to reduce self-treatment is important. PMID: 21137605 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256388 Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256388 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256387&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137606%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Pecina JL, Cappel MA Acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis is a cutaneous reaction pattern typically precipitated by medication exposure. It has an estimated incidence of 1 to 5 cases per million per year and can occur in all age groups. Diagnosis is based on typical rash morphology, histopathology, and clinical course. Treatment consists of withdrawing the causative agent and providing supportive care. Prognosis for full recovery is excellent. Patients should be counseled to avoid any future use of the causative medication. PMID: 21137606 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256387 Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256387 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256386&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137607%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Schechtman RC Sporotrichosis is the most common subcutaneous mycosis in South America. Classic infection is associated with traumatic inoculation of soil, vegetables, and organic material contaminated with Sporothix schenckii. Animals of various species, including humans, are affected by this disease. This subcutaneous mycosis is an infection of implantation. The most frequent clinical form is the lymphocutaneous form. The fixed cutaneous form is characterized by infiltrated nodular, ulcerated, or erythematosquamous lesions located on exposed areas where fungal inoculation occurred. The disseminated cutaneous forms have mainly been observed among immunosuppressed patients, especially human immunodeficiency virus-positive individuals. Sporotrichosis is the only subcutaneous myc... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256386 Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256386 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256385&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137608%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Thomas JM PMID: 21137608 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256385 Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256385 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256384&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137609%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lambert WC PMID: 21137609 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256384 Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256384 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256383&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137610%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Gupta AK, Cooper EA, Abramovits W PMID: 21137610 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256383 Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256383 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256382&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137611%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Rojas J, Sarkissian N, Heller DS, Lambert WC PMID: 21137611 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256382 Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256382 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256381&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137612%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lipozencić J PMID: 21137612 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256381 Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256381 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256380&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137613%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Cook-Norris RH, Rodriguez AO, Kovach BT, Boyd AS, Zic JA A 60-year-old white man seen in consultation for "chronic zoster" presented with a 30-year history of persistent, painful cutaneous lesions on his right flank. His pain was episodic and exacerbated by physical touch and emotional stress. He denied lesion sensitivity to cold or heat. Application ofcapsaicin cream had been without benefit. There was no family history of similar lesions. Physical examination revealed multiple, pink to violaceous, firm, tender nodules (3-7 mm) arising on the right flank in a segmental distribution (Figure 1). No other lesions were noted. A biopsy specimen showed findings of dermal proliferation of spindle-shaped cells with eosinophilic cytoplasm and blunt-ended nuclei without cytologic atypi... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256380 Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256380 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256379&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137614%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Khaled A, Ezzine-Sebai N, Fazaa B, Zeglaoui F, Zermani R, Kamoun MR A 46-year-old woman with a medical history of chronic juvenile arthritis with bilateral prosthetic hips presented with vulvoperineal ulcerations of 3 years' duration. There was no diarrhea or recent weight loss. Cutaneous examination showed asymmetrical vulvar edema of the labia minora and labia majora with deep and linear ulcerations having verrucous borders located on the inguinocrural regions and the buttocks fold (Figure 1). On physical examination there was bilateral limited mobilization of the hips. A biopsy specimen was taken from the border of the vulvar ulceration and histologic examination showed under a hyperplasic epidermis an epithelioid granuloma with multinucleated giant cells of the dermis with... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256379 Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256379 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256378&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137615%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Mann DJ, Vergilis-Kalner IJ, Wasserman JR, Petronic-Rosic V A 71-year-old black woman presented to the dermatology clinic with a several-year history of increasing numbers of itchy white spots spreading over the chest, back, elbows, and legs. In 2004, the patient developed clusters of mildly pruritic hypopigmented and depigmented macules on her back and left shoulder along with depigmented flat papules on the lower extremities. The patient's condition was unresponsive to topical triamcinolone and tacrolimus, after which she was lost to follow-up for 3 years until her entire chest became involved. Her medical history was significant for hypertension and diabetes mellitus and her medications included amlodipine, aspirin, atorvastatin, hydrochlorothiazide, irbesartan, and metform... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256378 Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256378 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256377&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137616%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Bolotin D, Ortel B, Stein SL A healthy 5-year-old Caucasian girl presented to the pediatric dermatology clinic for poor hair growth. The patient's father described slow hair growth and finely textured hair since birth. The patient had her first haircut 1 month before presentation. The family denied bald areas on the scalp, significant hair shedding, and sores on the scalp. The child did not scratch at her scalp or pull her hair. She are a normal diet and had normal growth and development otherwise. She was not taking any medications or over-the-counter supplements. There was no family history of hair disorders. On physical examination, the patient had short, fine, reddish blond hair that was of different lengths (Figure 1). There were no papules, pustules, scale, or crust on h... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256377 Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256377 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256371&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137617%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lambert WC, Parish LC PMID: 21137617 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256371 Sat, 01 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256371 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256370&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137618%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Patel JK, Vyas AP, Berman B, Vierra M The incidence ofdermatologic conditions in the pediatric age group presents a pattern that often differs from that in adults; this is important for epidemiologic studies and population-based analysis. This clinical study was carried out in children up to age 14 in the western part of India. Dermatologic conditions were tabulated based on the etiology, incidence, age, and sex distribution, as well as seasonal variations, and the results were analyzed. There were a total of 390 boys and 310 girls. The majority of skin conditions in newborns are transient. The most common dermatoses found were of infectious etiology (38.43%) in which impetigo (11.13%) and pyoderma (8.9%) were the most common. In infectious etiology, incidence of scabies was 5... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256370 Sat, 01 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256370 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256366&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137619%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Drenovska K, Darlenski R, Kazandjieva J, Vassileva S The management and counseling of patients with pemphigus vulgaris during pregnancy is a challenge. The frequency of the association is very low and the current knowledge is based only on case reports or small series. The authors report 2 cases ofpemphigus vulgaris and pregnancy that differed from each other in the time of occurrence and clinical course but had similar favorable outcomes. Based on a literature review and their personal observations, the authors discuss the characteristics of this association, the therapeutic behavior, patients' followup, and fetal prognosis. PMID: 21137619 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256366 Sat, 01 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256366 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256365&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137620%26dopt%3DAbstract This study adds hydrocortisone butyrate 0.1% cream, to the short list of corticosteroids that have been proven effective and safe by the cosyntropin suppression test in children 3 months and older with widespread atopic dermatitis. PMID: 21137620 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256365 Sat, 01 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256365 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256364&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137621%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Dang JD, Cohen PR Segmental neurofibromatosis is an uncommon variant of neurofibromatosis type I characterized by neurofibromas and/or café-au-lait macules localized to one sector of the body. Although patients with neurofibromatosis type I have an associated increased risk of certain malignancies, malignancy has only occasionally been reported in patients with segmental neurofibromatosis. The published reports of patients with segmental neurofibromatosis who developed malignancy were reviewed and the characteristics of these patients and their cancers were summarized. Ten individuals (6 women and 4 men) with segmental neurofibromatosis and malignancy have been reported. The malignancies include malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumor (3), malignant melanoma (2), breast cance... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256364 Sat, 01 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256364 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256363&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137622%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kapoor S Acanthosis nigricans is a dermatologic condition commonly seen in diabetics and obese individuals. Histologically, it is characterized by the proliferation of epidermal keratinocytes and fibroblasts. Clinically, the lesions appear as dark-brown thickened plaques. The neck and the axillas are the most commonly affected sites. Treatment involves management of the underlying disorder. Topical tretinoin and calcipotriol have also been used with some limited success. Other treatment options include laser and surgical excision. PMID: 21137622 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256363 Sat, 01 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256363 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256362&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137623%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Senel E Teledermatology is a developing application of telemedicine. Studies and reviews regarding diagnostic accuracy, efficacy, and feasibility of teledermatology applications have been published in the literature. There are two main methods of teledermatology technology to use: store-and-forward and real-time videoconferencing. Teledermatology is a proven, effective diagnostic tool for skin lesions. PMID: 21137623 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256362 Sat, 01 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256362 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256361&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137624%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Ezra N, Rabie J In the 1930s, the risk of contracting melanoma was only 1:1500; however, by 1996 this number had risen to 1:87 and has been increasing ever since. To better understand the nature of melanoma, books, journals, and scholarly literary works were searched and contributors of this disease were studied in greater detail. Antiquity of melanoma is said to be approximately 2400 years old based on observations made on 9 Peruvian Inca mummies in the 1960s that showed apparent signs of melanoma. René Théophile Hyacinthe Laënnec, the inventor of the stethoscope, first described melanoma as a disease entity. William Norris, an English general practitioner, gave the first English language report of this disease. There are many other physicians from France, England, and the... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256361 Sat, 01 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256361 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256360&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137625%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Ghasri P, Scheinfeld NS PMID: 21137625 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256360 Sat, 01 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256360 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256359&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137626%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Wolf R, Wolf D, Davidovici B PMID: 21137626 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256359 Sat, 01 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256359 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256349&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137627%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Halvorson CR, Erickson CL, Gaspari AA A 60-year-old African American man presented to the dermatology clinic for evaluation of skin and nail changes associated with docetaxel therapy for adenocarcinoma of the prostate. Previous treatment cycles ofdocetaxel had resulted in hyperpigmented patches and linear streaks on his arms where he received infusions, as well as nail changes, including longitudinal melanonychia and onycholysis of his great toenails. At his latest visit, he reported recently noticing a new bluish discoloration of his lunulae that had developed during the past 3 months, the time corresponding to his most recent docetaxel treatment cycle (Figure). The patient's history did not reveal any recent medication changes, ingestion of known lunula-discoloring agents, o... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256349 Sat, 01 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256349 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256332&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137628%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Polat M, Polat F, Oztaş P, Kaya C, Alli N A 10-year-old girl who was admitted to the urology department with complaints of urinary incontinence was referred to our dermatology outpatient clinic because of a congenital, circumscribed, hypertrichotic area on the lumbosacral region. Cutaneous examination revealed a circumscribed area of coarse, dark terminal hair measuring 25 x 15 cm overlying the lumbosacral area with normal underlying skin (Figure 1). There were erythematous macular lesions on the superior of the hairy area. The lesion had been present since birth, and no other family member had similar lesions. Her history revealed back pain and a long history of urinary incontinence. On neurologic examination, no motor weakness or sensory changes were observed. Babinski refl... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256332 Sat, 01 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256332 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256321&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137629%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Hallaji Z, Barzegari M, Kiavash K A 49-year-old man was first seen in our department for the evaluation of scleroderma-like skin changes and a nonhealing ulcer on his leg from years before referral. His medical history was of long duration. His growth was stunted at the age of 12. At 21 years of age, the patient noted graying of the scalp hair, most prominent on his temples, and the process was progressively completed by the age of 23. At the same age, atrophy and thinning of the skin and loss of subcutaneous fat resulted in a tense, shining, and adherent appearance of his skin, most obvious on his face and extremities. Soon after, he developed a high-pitched, hoarse voice. He had undergone bilateral cataract surgery at the age of 30. Around the age of 46, he developed a unila... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256321 Sat, 01 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256321 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256308&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137630%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Parker SR, Traywick C, Arbiser JL A 42-year-old white male military recruit presented with a 2-year history of painful ulcerations on the skin of his flanks and thighs. Prior skin biopsies were nondiagnostic but raised the suspicion of an infectious etiology due to the presence ofa granulomatous infiltrate. His medical history was significant for herpes zoster and eczema, and, on review of systems, he had a 1-year history of progressive fatigue and night sweats. Examination revealed approximately one dozen 1- to 5-cm indurated, dusky violaceous plaques on his trunk and lower extremities. Several of the plaques, including one on his right flank, had overlying deep ulcerations (Figure 1A and 1B). Bilateral inguinal lymphadenopathy was present. PMID: 21137630 [PubMed - in pro... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256308 Sat, 01 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256308 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4256307&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D21137631%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kazandjieva J, Balabanova M, Kircheva K, Tsankov N PMID: 21137631 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4256307 Sat, 01 May 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4256307 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3648003&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20527135%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lowthian PT, Parish LC PMID: 20527135 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3648003 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3648003 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3648002&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20527136%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Faghihi G, Vali A, Radan M, Eslamieh G, Tajammoli S Viral warts are a common problem especially in young people. They are an important topic as they are transmittable and cause social embarrassment. Though there are several treatments for viral warts, none offer a fast, simple, complete cure by itself. A simple and inexpensive way of treatment would be outstanding, especially in the developing countries. The authors' goal was to determine in patients with warts, the efficacy and safety of topical puncture with 85% formic acid in distilled water solution. A placebo-controlled, clinical trial was performed in patients with common viral warts who were referred to the Khorshid and Beheshti dermatology centers of Isfahan Medical School in 2003 and 2004. A total of 34 patients recei... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3648002 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3648002 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3648001&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20527137%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Abramovits W, Oquendo M Only a few corticosteroids for topical use have proven safe and effective in pediatric populations down to 3 months of age. The authors report the results of a study designed to assess the efficacy and safety of hydrocortisone butyrate (HCB) 0.1% in lipocream (LCr) vehicle in infants and children. A total of 264 boys and girls 3 months to less than 18 years old, with stable, mild to moderate atopic dermatitis affecting at least 10% body surface area applied HCB 0.1% in LCr or LCr alone twice daily for up to 1 month without occlusion. Primary end-points included: percent of patients who achieved treatment success based on physician global assessments. Secondary endpoint included: difference in pruritus and Eczema Area and Severity Index (EASI) at day 29.... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3648001 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3648001 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3648000&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20527138%26dopt%3DAbstract This study evaluated the effect of an onion extract cream with Centella asiatica and hyaluronic acid in improving the appearance of striae rubra (SR). Women participants with bilateral, outer aspect of the thigh SR were randomized to apply a quarter-sized amount of the onion extract cream twice daily for 12 weeks to the randomized left or right, outer aspect of the thigh. No treatment was administered to the contralateral side. Participants were evaluated at weeks 2, 4, 8, and 12. Primary efficacy endpoints included color, texture, softness, and overall appearance of SR by the participant and investigator at week 12. The treated thigh demonstrated a statistically significant difference in the mean change in participant and investigator evaluations in overall appearance, texture, color, and... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3648000 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3648000 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3647999&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20527139%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kapoor S Gynecomastia involves enlargement of the male breast secondary to the proliferation of mammary ductules. It is seen in a number of conditions such as cirrhosis, chronic renal failure, Klinefelter syndrome, and leprosy. Recognition of the cutaneous manifestations of these conditions can help in identifying the correct etiology of the gynecomastia. PMID: 20527139 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3647999 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3647999 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3647998&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20527140%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Abramovits W, Morrell P, Gupta AK PMID: 20527140 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3647998 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3647998 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3647997&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20527141%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Epstein HA Nature's solutions have been used to combat health problems since antiquity. A 60,000-year-old burial site excavated in Iraq was found to contain a variety of medicinal plants. Use of botanicals to treat diseases of the skin was documented 3000 years ago in the Egyptian papyrus of Ebers. The traditional description for use of medicinal plants, however, is usually not linked to topical application. It is not unusual to read about the claimed medicinal benefits of a botanical which is lacking appropriate in vitro and in vivo data to support the claims. The ability to identify new cosmetic uses for botanicals is enhanced when science is able to advance beyond anecdotal information to elucidation of the mechanism of activity. PMID: 20527141 [PubMed - in process] (So... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3647997 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3647997 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3647996&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20527142%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Sarkissian N, Patel PP, Fleeger EJ, Rojas J, Lambert WC PMID: 20527142 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3647996 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3647996 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3647995&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20527143%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Al Aboud K Vicks VapoRub (Procter & Gamble, Cincinnati, OH) is one of the most popular over-the-counter therapies in the world, used to provide relief from the symptoms of the common cold and non-life-threatening respiratory infections. Even as more advanced products have come and gone, VapoRub continues to dominate the market almost 9 decades after the death of its formulator, Lunsford Richardson (Figure). PMID: 20527143 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3647995 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3647995 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3647994&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20527144%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Scheinfeld NS PMID: 20527144 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3647994 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3647994 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3647993&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20527145%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Waugh MA PMID: 20527145 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3647993 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3647993 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3647992&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20527146%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Dlova NC PMID: 20527146 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3647992 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3647992 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3647991&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20527147%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Pathria J, Collyer J, Mehlis S, Brieva J PMID: 20527147 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3647991 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3647991 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3647990&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20527148%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Cohen PR, Schulze KE, Cohen SA, Martinelli PT, Nelson BR PMID: 20527148 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3647990 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3647990 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3647989&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20527149%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: De D, Narang T, Dogra S, Saikia UN, Kanwar AJ PMID: 20527149 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3647989 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3647989 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3647988&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20527150%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Celić D, Lipozencić J, Budimcić D, Radoś J, Ljubojević S, Rajković JK PMID: 20527150 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3647988 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3647988 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3647987&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20527151%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Nuara AA, Obadiah JM, Hurley MY PMID: 20527151 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3647987 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3647987 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3647986&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20527152%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Polat M, Pelitli A, Oztaş P, Unal T, Alli N PMID: 20527152 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3647986 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3647986 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1482446&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18326998%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Wu WY, Otberg N, McElwee KJ, Shapiro J The second part of this 2-part article reviews clinical features, histology, management, and treatment of neutrophilic primary cicatricial alopecias (folliculitis decalvans and dissecting folliculitis) and mixed primary cicatricial alopecias (acne keloidalis, acne necrotica, and erosive pustular dermatosis). PMID: 18326998 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1482446 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1482446 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1482445&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18326999%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Scheinfeld N PMID: 18326999 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1482445 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1482445 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1482444&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18327000%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Waugh M The wonderful thing about being a physician, even an ordinary dogsbody of one, is that we live in a world in which almost every week scientists, researchers, and clinicians taking part in well-conducted trials usually backed by private capital and the pharmaceutical industry manage to perfect advances that will ultimately benefit not just our patients but the families and society in which our patients live. That is, of course, if we bother, even in the usual way of busy practitioners, skimming through medical journals or glancing at progress from Web sources. Most of us do not do so as well as we would like, but merely by reading this article, education somehow touches us. (Damn, there goes an interruption; we have just been jolted out of our thoughts!). PMID: 1832... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1482444 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1482444 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1482443&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18327001%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Scheinfeld NS PMID: 18327001 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1482443 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1482443 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1482442&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18327002%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Parish LC, Holubar K PMID: 18327002 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1482442 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1482442 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1482441&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18327003%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Sehgal VN, Srivastava G, Dogra S Tacrolimus has been a useful therapeutic tool in dermatology practice ever since its inception. Accordingly, many "off-label" applications have been reported. Thus, its local immunosuppressive and steroid-sparing action stands recognized. Hence, its indications/uses were extended beyond atopic dermatitis to cover several dermatoses including other types of eczema, papulosquamous disorder of cornification, rosacea, other inflammatory skin conditions, vesicobullous disease, connective tissue disease, graft versus host disease, and follicular disorders. Many such diseases found to respond to tacrolimus therapy have been briefly recounted. It is worthwhile to conceive, however, that this topical immunomodulator should be reserved for use only as an... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1482441 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1482441 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1482440&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18327004%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Rallis E, Anyfantakis V A 73-year-old woman with a 50-year history of psoriasis was referred to our clinic with a 4-month duration of tense bullae on erythematous base and erosions localized on her lower extremities and torso (Figure 1A). Neither the oral nor the ocular mucosa had been involved. The lesions were intensively pruritic, significantly affecting the quality of her life. At the time of the examination, the patient presented with psoriatic plaques with adherent scales confined on the scalp (Figure 2A). According to the patient's history, her limited psoriasis was partially controlled with occasional topical medications (topical corticosteroids, calcipotriol, and tar shampoo). She also had insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus, asthmatic bronchitis, and partially contro... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1482440 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1482440 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1482439&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18327005%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Pace J PMID: 18327005 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1482439 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1482439 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1482438&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18327006%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Dlova NC PMID: 18327006 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1482438 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1482438 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1482437&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18327007%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Garg T, Chander R, Gupta T, Mendiratta V, Jain M A 60-year-old Indian woman presented with multiple asymptomatic, firm swellings over the face that had been progressively increasing for the past 3.5 years. She complained of dry cough and dyspnea of 2 years' duration, which was diagnosed as interstitial lung disease (ILD) based on chest radiography and high-resolution computed tomography. Apart from occasional backaches, the patient had no other systemic complaints. The results of the general physical examination was normal, with no lymphadenopathy. Cutaneous examination revealed multiple (5) firm, yellowish to skin-colored well-defined nodules with irregular margins ranging in size from 1 x 1 cm to 4 x 8 cm present over the left periorbital region and right jawline, with overl... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1482437 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1482437 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1482436&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18327008%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Wetter DA, Bruce AJ, MacLaughlin KL, Rogers RS A 13-year-old otherwise healthy premenarchal girl presented with acute onset of painful vulvar ulcerations. One day before developing vulvar ulcerations, she experienced flu-like symptoms, including a low-grade fever, cough, sore throat, and myalgia. Results of a throat swab were positive for influenza A infection (polymerase chain reaction [PCR] assay), and the patient was treated with oseltamivir. The patient's constitutional symptoms improved slightly, but within 2 days after her initial presentation, she returned to her primary care provider and described 24 hours of dysuria and vulvar swelling. She had a history of herpes labialis (cold sores) and rare episodes of minor oral aphthae (canker sores) that occurred less than twic... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1482436 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1482436 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1482435&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18327009%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: De D, Kanwar AJ A 10-year-old boy had vitiligo vulgaris involving limited areas and was prescribed topical tacrolimus ointment (0.03%), as the lesions were present in the infraorbital area in addition to other areas including the arms, thighs, and around the knees and ankles. Within 2 months of starting treatment, he had evidence of diffuse repigmentation of all the patches of vitiligo. Two months later, all the lesions repigmented completely with excellent color matching except those in the infraorbital area. The parents were anxious due to brownish hyperpigmentation in the previous patch of vitiligo in infraorbital area (Figure). He had no irritation or burning sensation in the areas of application. There was no history of photosensitivity. The patient was applying tacrolimu... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1482435 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1482435 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1482434&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18327010%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: There was no difference between the treatment groups in achieving PASI 50 or PASI 75. In addition, in our small population, the higher doses of alefacept were associated with increased adverse effects, including erythroderma. PMID: 18327010 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1482434 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1482434 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1482433&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18327011%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Rashid RM PMID: 18327011 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1482433 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1482433 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1482432&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18327012%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: De D, Kanwar AJ, Radotra BD, Narang T A 30-year-old man diagnosed with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection 10 years earlier, presented with large tense blisters associated with minimal itching of 10 days' duration. He had no history of oral or genital erosions or ulcerations and showed no symptoms of HIV-related illnesses. Highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) had been started 6 weeks earlier when his CD4 count was 116/mL. He initially received nevirapine 200 mg once daily; after 2 weeks with no skin eruptions or other adverse reactions, the dose was increased to 200 mg twice daily. Other components of his HAART included lamivudine and stavudine. The patient was not taking any other prescription or alternative medicines. During the past year, he experienced 4 e... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1482432 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1482432 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1482431&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18327013%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The expression and distribution of vinculin are accentuated in patients with various skin autoimmune diseases and appear to be stronger in diseases involving the basement membrane, where it is thought to be relatively more important than in other skin disorders. PMID: 18327013 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1482431 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1482431 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1482430&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18327014%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Abramovits W, Gupta A PMID: 18327014 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1482430 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1482430 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1482429&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18409250%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Stokes JW PMID: 18409250 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1482429 Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1482429 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1482461&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18174794%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Parish LC PMID: 18174794 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1482461 Tue, 01 Jan 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1482461 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1482460&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18174795%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Oumeish OY PMID: 18174795 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1482460 Tue, 01 Jan 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1482460 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1482459&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18174796%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Isotretinoin improves photoaging with few adverse events because of the low dose used and to the short treatment duration. PMID: 18174796 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1482459 Tue, 01 Jan 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1482459 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1482458&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18174797%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Otberg N, Wu WY, McElwee KJ, Shapiro J In this 2-part article, the authors review the primary cicatricial alopecias. Primary cicatricial alopecia can be defined as predominantly lymphocytic, neutrophilic, or mixed based on the nature of the follicular infiltrate that is present around affected hair follicles. Lymphocytic primary cicatricial alopecias include chronic cutaneous lupus erythematosus (discoid lupus erythematosus), lichen planopilaris, classic pseudopelade of Brocq, central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia, alopecia mucinosa, and keratosis follicularis spinulosa decalvans. In this first part, the authors summarize the classification, epidemiology, diagnostic approach, and patient management of lymphocytic cicatricial alopecias. In part II, the authors will focus on ... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1482458 Tue, 01 Jan 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1482458 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1482457&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18174798%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Sehgal VN, Srivastava G, Dogra S The advent of tacrolimus at the end of the preceding century in the armamentarium of atopic dermatitis management was hailed as a breakthrough advance. It was, therefore, thought worthwhile to precisely review its origin and mechanism of action. Its topical application in the form of 0.03% to 0.1% ointments is rapidly effective and safe in pediatric and adult patients. Its use in atopic dermatitis ever since has been approved in Japan, the United States, Europe, and the Indian subcontinent. Thus, its local immunosuppressive action was fairly intriguing. Accordingly, its indications/uses were extended to cover several inflammatory dermatoses. Vitiligo, psoriasis, alopecia areata, contact hypersensitivity, lichen planus, pyoderma gangrenosum, ich... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1482457 Tue, 01 Jan 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1482457 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1482456&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18174799%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Scheinfeld NS PMID: 18174799 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1482456 Tue, 01 Jan 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1482456 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1482455&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18174800%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Maoz KB, Brenner S PMID: 18174800 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1482455 Tue, 01 Jan 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1482455 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1482454&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18174801%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Scheinfeld NS PMID: 18174801 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1482454 Tue, 01 Jan 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1482454 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1482453&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18174802%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Dlova NC, Mosam A PMID: 18174802 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Skinmed) Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1482453 Tue, 01 Jan 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1482453 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1482452&cid=s_37020_12_f&fid=37020&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D18174803%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Gencoglan G, Karaarslan IK, Dereli T, Kazandi AC Case 1: A 58-year-old man presented with a solitary asymptomatic nodule on his thumb (Figure A). After trauma with a rusty nail approximately 20 years ago, he had developed a small papule, which had enlarged gradually for a few days initially before stabilizing. His personal and family medical histories were unremarkable. Dermatologic examination revealed a 1-cm crater-like nodule on the left palmar area. This was a firm and nontender lesion that was fixed to the overlying skin but moved freely from underlying structures. There were no similar lesions elsewhere on his body. Case 2: A 52-year-old man presented with a nodular lesion on the left palmar surface of his thumb. The 0.8-cm lesion was lightly colored, with a central cup-... Skinmed journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1482452 Tue, 01 Jan 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1482452