Current concepts in the pathogenesis of psoriasis.

abstract：:Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) is a proliferative disease commonly seen in the pediatric population but rarely encountered in the adult population. The exact etiology remains unclear. It has various clinical features and is very likely to be misdiagnosed. Histopathology and immunohistochemistry are very important...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Gurung I,Gao Y,Han K,Peng XB

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 52-year-old female presented to our out patient department with asymptomatic, hypopigmented lesions on the neck and back since 2 months. There was a history of taking antitubercular treatment for suspected pulmonary tuberculosis 2 years back. On blood investigations, the serum angiotensin converting enzyme levels we...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Gautam M,Patil S,Munde P

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:POEMS syndrome, a paraneoplastic disorder, caused by plasma cell dyscrasia, is characterized by polyneuropathy, organomegaly, endocrinopathy, M-protein, and skin changes. Calciphylaxis is a vasculopathy of subcutaneous arteries with calcification and skin ulceration, most commonly associated with end-stage renal disea...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Liu CH,Chen YC,Chen TY,Huang HW,Lee JY

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pheohyphomycosis is a rare heterogeneous group of mycotic infections caused by dematiaceous (phaeoid) fungi affecting the skin, subcutaneous tissue, and central nervous system. Herein, we report a case of 29-year-old man with innocuous pustule over the right index finger. Examination revealed a subcutaneous swelling w...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Pai VV,Naveen KN,Hanumanthayya K,Dinesh US

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Xanthelasma palpebrarum (XP) is characterized by sharply demarcated yellowish flat plaques on upper and lower eyelids. It is commonly seen in women with a peak incidence at 30-50 years. It is also considered as the cutaneous marker of underlying atherosclerosis along with the disturbed lipid metabolism. XP a...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Nair PA,Patel CR,Ganjiwale JD,Diwan NG,Jivani NB

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The mycological study of pityriasis versicolor is usually done by potassium hydroxide (KOH) mount and culture. However, KOH mount lacks a color contrast and requires a trained eye to interpret, while culture is difficult to perform, time consuming and has low sensitivity. Chicago Sky Blue 6B (CSB) is a new c...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Lodha N,Poojary SA

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cancer of the oral cavity makes up approximately 30% of all head and neck region tumors. Skin metastasis is rare with an incidence ranging between 0.7% and 2.4%. Skin metastasis usually occurs in the neck, scalp, and over the skin near the primary site. We report a patient with carcinoma left buccal mucosa who present...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Srinivasan S,Leekha N,Gupta S,Mithal U,Arora V,De S

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Eruptive syringoma is a very rare variant of syringoma. It is a benign adnexal tumor of the intraepidermal portion of eccrine sweat ducts. Here we report a 32-year-old female presented with classical asymptomatic eruptive syringomas involving her face and extremities. ...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Avhad G,Ghuge P,Jerajani HR

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acne vulgaris is one of the most commonly seen conditions and the immunological link is a topic of active research. Recently, the Th17 pathway has been found to play a pivotal role in acne. The adaptive immune response toward Propionibacterium acnes leads to activation of Th17 axis. Consequently, the Th17 cytokines (I...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Sardana K,Verma G

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chloroma, also called granulocytic sarcoma (GS) or Myeloid Sarcoma, is a rare malignant extra-medullary neoplasm of myeloid precursor cells. It is usually associated with myeloproliferative disorders but its appearance may precede the onset of leukaemia. The presence of a chloroma is certainly a sign of poor prognosis...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Sen R,Singh S,Qury MS,Marwah S,Aggarwal G,Singla S

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Patients on anti-TNFα therapy are at increased risk for rare opportunistic infections. Here we are reporting a case of Scedosporium apiospermum infection in a patient treated with anti-TNF for 5 years. Patients on anti-TNFα need close follow-up and clinicians should be suspicious for atypical infections in these immun...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Nguyen CT,Raychaudhuri SP

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The metabolic complications and pathologic changes that occur in diabetes mellitus (DM) influence the occurrence of various dermatoses. AIM:To study the impact of control of diabetes on the pattern of cutaneous disorders. MATERIALS AND METHODS:A cross-sectional descriptive study of patients attending diabe...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Ragunatha S,Anitha B,Inamadar AC,Palit A,Devarmani SS

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chronic urticaria (CU) is defined as urticaria persisting daily as or almost daily for more than 6 weeks and affecting 0.1% of the population. Mast cell degranulation and histamine release is of central importance in the pathogenesis of CU. About 40-50% of the patients with chronic idiopathic urticaria demon...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Krupashankar DS,Shashikala K,Madala R

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Seborrheic keratosis of the penis is a rare entity. It has been mistaken as genital warts and differentiation is only made on histopathology. We are reporting a case presenting as multiple giant polypoidal lesions on the penile skin for the last 20 years. Seborrheic keratosis should be considered in the differential d...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Thakur JS,Thakur A,Chauhan CG,Diwana VK,Chauhan DC

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Use of immunohistochemical technique is increasing in diagnosing various diseases. In many situations it may not be possible to differentiate entities with overlapping clinical and histopathological features. Immunostaining of cellular antigens is immensely helpful in such cases. Immunohistochemistry (IHC) has also be...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Palit A,Inamadar AC

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hirsutism refers to the presence of terminal hairs at the body sites under androgenic control. Various factors, including genetic makeup and hormonal status, influence the rate and pattern of hair growth at these sites. PURPOSE:To study the pattern of hirsutism in Kashmir. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Thirty five...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Ahmad QM,Shah IH,Sameem F,Kamili QU,Sultan J

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Two adult patients from a village of district Bhilwara, Rajasthan, consulted Skin Department of R. N. T. Medical College and Hospital, Udaipur, with complaints of thickening of the palms and soles and pigmentation of skin with a nonhealing ulcer on the palm. They also had complaints of loss of appetite, abdominal pain...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Mehta S,Goyal U,Gupta LK,Mittal A,Khare AK,Balai M,Chapperwal M

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：CONTEXT:Onset of vitiligo during childhood is not uncommon but the data is limited on this subject. AIMS:This study was planned to assess the magnitude of childhood onset vitiligo (COV) and adulthood onset vitiligo (AOV), and compare their clinical pattern. SETTINGS AND DESIGN:A cross sectional hospital based clinica...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Kayal A,Gupta LK,Khare AK,Mehta S,Mittal A,Kuldeep CM

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cutaneous leiomyomas are benign tumors derived from the smooth muscles of the skin. They are firm, skin-colored to brownish, frequently painful papules and nodules presenting either as a solitary tumor or multiple clustered lesions. Uncommon patterns of multiple leiomyoma cutis include linear, zosteriform, or dermatom...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Bandyopadhyay D,Saha A,Bhattacharya S

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Sertaconazole is a new, broad spectrum, fungicidal and fungistatic imidazole with added antipruritic and anti-inflammatory activity that would provide greater symptomatic relief and hence would be beneficial in improving the quality of life for the patient with dermatophytoses. AIMS AND OBJECTIVES:To compar...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Jerajani H,Janaki C,Kumar S,Phiske M

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP) is a rare drug induced cutaneous hypersensitivity reaction characterized by sudden onset of fever with sterile pustules overlying an erythematous skin occurring all over the body. The offending drugs are usually B-lactams and macrolides. Among anticonvulsants carbamaze...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Shingade PU,Wankhede V,Kataria PS,Sonone N

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Sun exposure causes extensive intrinsic as well as extrinsic changes in the skin. Pathogenic effects of sun exposure such as tanning, melasma, skin cancer, and aggravation of various photodermatoses such as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) may be prevented by the use of sunscreens. We conducted the present...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Agarwal SB,Godse K,Patil S,Nadkarni N

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Onychomycosis is a difficult condition to treat and cure rates are disappointing. Moreover fungicidal action of antifungal agents in NCCLS assays and their rapid accumulation in nails in vivo are not compatible with the duration of treatment. AIMS:This study aimed to find the effectiveness of 4 different an...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Nowrozi H,Nazeri G,Adimi P,Bashashati M,Emami M

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Granuloma annulare (GA) is a disease characterized by granulomatous inflammation of the dermis. A variant form of the disease, generalized granuloma annulare (GGA), can be observed in 15% of affected patients. Localized GA is likely to resolve spontaneously within months or a few years, whereas GGA can persist for dec...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Garg S,Baveja S

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Systemic retinoids such as isotretinoin and acitretin are associated with numerous side effects but are therapeutically valuable in dermatological practice. Several studies have reported the wound-healing effects of treatment with concurrent systemic retinoids in addition to surgical treatments. Herein, we describe tw...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Aksoy HM,Aksoy B,Çalikoglu E

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acetaminophen is a widely used analgesic drug. Its adverse reactions are rare but severe. An 89-year-old man developed an indurated edematous and erythematous plaque on his left arm 1 day after acetaminophen ingestion. Cellulitis was suspected and antibiotictherapy was started but there was no improvement of the rash;...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Fathallah N,Ben Salem C,Slim R,Boussofara L,Ghariani N,Bouraoui K

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dowling-Degos disease (DDD) is a late-onset genodermatosis characterized by hyperpigmented macules on the flexures along with scattered comedo-like lesions and pitted acneiform scars. Follicular Dowling-Degos is a rare type of DDD, with only two reports so far. It presents with follicular papules and comedo-like lesio...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Dabas G,Mahajan R,Afra TP,De D,Handa S,Aggarwal D,Radotra BD

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Artificially intelligent computer systems are used extensively in medical sciences. Common applications include diagnosing patients, end-to-end drug discovery and development, improving communication between physician and patient, transcribing medical documents, such as prescriptions, and remotely treating patients. W...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Basu K,Sinha R,Ong A,Basu T

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Behçet's disease (BD), first described by Hulusi Behcet, is a multisystemic disease characterized by recurrent oral and genital ulcerations, ocular and cutaneous lesions, arthritis and vascular disease. Pyoderma gangrenosum (PG) is a rare, chronic, sterile pustular and progressive ulcerative process of unknown cause; ...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Ozuguz P,Kacar SD,Manav V,Karaca S,Aktepe F,Ulu S

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An eccrine poroma is a solitary tumor arising from the eccrine duct epithelium in the epidermis. The lesions commonly occur on the sole of the foot, the hands, and occasionally on the nose, eyelids, neck, and chest. We report a patient who presented with a slow-growing nodular lesion over her left cheek, prompting a d...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Mahajan RS,Parikh AA,Chhajlani NP,Bilimoria FE

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00