Infectious Diseases
Case Letter
Kaposi Varicelliform Eruption of Mpox in a Peeling Sunburn
Desquamation can be associated with dissemination and higher severity course in the setting of mpox (monkeypox) viral infection.
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White male presents with pruritic, scaly, erythematous patches on his feet and left hand
A 47-year-old patient presents with pruritic, scaly, erythematous patches on his feet and left hand.
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Measles exposures in Kentucky have CDC on alert
“It’s really about considering measles in any un- or undervaccinated patient that arrives at a clinic and recently traveled internationally.”
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One in four parents lied about kids’ COVID status: Survey
Many parents said they considered it their right as parents to make their own decision about their children’s health status.
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FDA accepts application for topical molluscum treatment
A new drug application for berdazimer gel 10.3% for the treatment of molluscum will be reviewed by the FDA.
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Be vigilant about suspected cases of measles, expert advises
“This is a re-emerging viral infection that dermatologists must recognize,” Dr. Adelaide A. Hebert said.
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Spreading Painful Lesions on the Legs
A 14-year-old adolescent girl presented with spreading painful lesions on the legs and left forearm of 2 years’ duration. Her travel history...
Case Letter
Multimodal Treatment of Epidermodysplasia Verruciformis in an HIV-Positive Man
Acquired epidermodysplasia verruciformis is associated with immunocompromised patients with conditions such as HIV.
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Violaceous Nodules on the Leg in a Patient with HIV
A 67-year-old man with long-standing hepatitis B virus and HIV managed with chronic antiretroviral therapy presented with worsening erythema and...
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Topical or intralesional cidofovir an option for recalcitrant warts
Some studies have suggested that one in three children in primary school suffers from warts.
Opinion
Toxic chemicals we consume without knowing it
“A grossly underappreciated driver in what ails us is the role of environmental toxins and endocrine-disrupting chemicals.”