Medical Dermatology
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First validated classification criteria for discoid lupus erythematosus unveiled
“The point is to be able to differentiate between discoid lupus and its disease mimickers, which could be confused in enrollment in clinical...
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Pilot study shows apremilast effective for severe recurrent canker sores
Of available therapies for the condition, “several have common side effects or require lab monitoring or are not uniformly effective,” Dr. Alison...
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Intranasal butorphanol effectively rescues from intractable itch in retrospective study
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Increased hypothyroidism risk seen in young men with HS
This finding was surprising, according to a researcher.
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Flat-topped papules on the neck, arms, and trunk
A 29-year-old male presented with multiple 1-mm flat-topped papules on his neck, arms, and trunk.
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Cancer risk elevated in hidradenitis suppurativa patients
Overall cancer risk and risk of several specific cancers was significantly higher among adults with hidradenitis suppurativa compared with...
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Erythema and sclerosis predict chronic GVHD clinical response, survival
"Our findings highlight the importance of thorough skin exams in chronic GVHD patients."
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Most patients with lichen sclerosus receive appropriate treatment
Analysis of a large insurance database points to underdiagnosis, especially in younger women and children.
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Dermatologic changes with COVID-19: What we know and don’t know
Two dermatologists discuss “COVID toes” and other apparent dermatologic manifestations of COVID-19.
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A toddler with a fever and desquamating perineal rash
An 18-month-old female presented with 5 days of fever, erythema, fissuring of the lips, conjunctival injection, and a desquamating perineal rash...
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Cell and gene research raise hopes for recessive dystrophic EB treatments
“There are now perhaps as many as a dozen different clinical trials that are in the early stages of trying to find a permanent cure for this...