Dermatitis neglecta -- a dirty dermatosis: report of three cases.

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：:Erythema annulare centrifugum (EAC) is characterised by slowly enlarging annular erythematous lesions and is thought to represent a clinical reaction pattern to infections, medications, and rarely, underlying malignancy. Causative drugs include chloroquine, cimetidine, gold sodium thiomalate, amitriptyline, finasterid...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Meena D,Chauhan P,Hazarika N,Kansal NK,Gupta A

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Melanoma is a rare form of cutaneous malignancy encountered in the dark skin population. Epidermotropic metastatic melanoma is a rare form of cutaneous metastatic melanoma which can mimic primary melanoma on histopathology. Hence its differentiation is of immense prognostic importance. The occurrence of rim of depigme...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Doshi B,Mahajan S,Khopkar US,Kharkar V,Agarwal P

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Acitretin is a widely used systemic retinoid in the treatment of psoriasis. Dosage of acitretin in not weight adjusted due to certain interindividual variations. Objective:To evaluate the clinical efficacy and effects on biochemical parameters of fixed tapering dosage of acitretin in patients with psoriasis...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Pai VV,Phadke D,Shukla P,Naik K

更新日期：2019-05-01 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：: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

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：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：: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：:A 19 year old girl had mutilating palmoplantar keratoderma with generalised ichthyosiform dermatosis and linear verrucous plaques in popliteal fossae. Her mother had similar disorder. ...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Thappa DM,Sharma R,Kumar B,Radotra BD

更新日期：1989-03-01 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：:Palmo-plantar keratodermas (PPKD) are a diverse group of acquired and hereditary disorders, characterized by excessive thickening of the skin of palms and soles. Here, we report a case of Type I or Buschke-Fischer-Brauer variant of punctate palmo-plantar keratoderma, in a 66-year-old gentleman. The association of our ...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Podder I,Das A,Bhattacharya S,Shome K,Chowdhury SN

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 50-year-old woman had suffered from chronic pruritic plaque located on right retroauricular area for around 16 years, which was diagnosed as lichen simplex chronicus. Seventeen years ago, patient had multiple scalded areas distributed throughout the body and underwent autologous skin flap transplantation for the rig...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Xu JL,Song GX,Yin ZQ

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dermatitis artefacta (DA) is a self-inflicted dermatological condition where the underlying motive is to assume a sick role. The act of self-harm is to discharge the inner sense of isolation and emotional distress, which is too great to endure. We, hereby, report five interesting cases of DA with varied presentations,...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Saha A,Seth J,Gorai S,Bindal A

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We wish to report two cases of rickets due to vitamin D deficiency secondary to underlying ichthyotic skin disorder. The first case is of an 8-year-old male with history of multiple fluid-filled lesions over the body that would rupture to heal with thickening and scaling of skin, suggestive of epidermolytic hyperkerat...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Kothari D,Doshi B,Garg G,Khopkar US

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cutaneous pseudolymphomas are benign lymphoproliferative processes mimicking lymphomas clinically and histologically. One of the precipitating factors for pseudolymphoma is drugs like anticonvulsants, antidepressants and angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors. According to existing literature phenytoin-induced cutan...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Riyaz N,Sasidharanpillai S,Aravindan KP,Nobin BK,Raghavan NT,Nikhila PK

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Diffuse neurofibroma is an unusual variant of neurofibroma with the head and neck being the common sites of involvement. It is benign in nature and spreads superficially and has many ectatic blood vessels. Histologically it is similar to conventional neurofibromas except for a few peculiar distinguishing features. We ...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Chander V,Rao RS,Sekhar G,Raja A,Sridevi M

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Familial atypical multiple mole melanoma syndrome (FAMMMS) is an autosomal dominant genodermatosis characterized by multiple melanocytic nevi, usually more than 50, and a family history of melanoma. It is known to be associated with carcinoma of pancreas and other malignancies involving gastrointestinal tract, breast,...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Raj RC,Patil R

更新日期：2015-03-01 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:Pityriasis versicolor is a mild, chronic, usually asymptomatic superficial fungal infection of the stratum corneum, caused by Malassezia yeasts. The purpose of the present study is to assess the clinical profile of a group of patients with pityriasis versicolor and to find out the epidemiological characteris...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Ghosh SK,Dey SK,Saha I,Barbhuiya JN,Ghosh A,Roy AK

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 55-year-old woman presented with a 5-year history of livedo racemosa on her limbs. Histology showed vasculitis of medium-sized arteries with a circumferential, hyalinised, intraluminal fibrin ring. Her laboratory investigations did not indicate any underlying systemic disease. The findings were consistent with lymph...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Kalegowda IY,Tirumalae R,Murthy KS,Rout P

更新日期：2014-09-01 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：: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：: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：BACKGROUND:Seborrheic keratosis (SK) is a benign epidermal tumor of unknown etiology. Because of its wart-like morphology, Human papillomaviruses (HPVs) have been suggested as a possible causative agent. Viral involvement, however, has not been confirmed yet despite research and the association between HPVs and seborrh...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Meibodi NT,Nahidi Y,Meshkat Z,Esmaili H,Gharib M,Gholoobi A

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Erythema multiforme is an acute muco-cutaneous hypersensitivity reaction with a variety of etiologies. It is characterized by a skin eruption, with or without oral or other mucous membrane lesions. General characteristics and treatmet have been described, but nail findings are rarely reported Here we present a 26-year...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Peña-Romero AG,Domínguez-Cherit J,Guzmán-Abrego AC

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：CONTEXT:Alopecia areata (AA) is a common form of localized, non-scarring hair loss. The etiopathogenesis of the disease is still unclear, but the role of autoimmunity is strongly suggested. AA is commonly associated with various autoimmune disorders; the most frequent among them is autoimmune thyroid disorders. AIM:To...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Bakry OA,Basha MA,El Shafiee MK,Shehata WA

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pilomatrixoma (PMX) is a benign, quite uncommon, skin neoplasm, which is frequently misdiagnosed by clinicians. AIM:We have analyzed 25 PMX to determine the agreement between clinical diagnosis, preoperative FNA characteristics, and corresponding histopathological specimens; moreover, reliable cytologic cri...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Ieni A,Todaro P,Bonanno AM,Catalano F,Catalano A,Tuccari G

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We present the case of a male born prematurely at 32 weeks gestation by cesarean section following overt symptoms of maternal preeclampsia. He developed severe penoscrotal edema anew one month from birth. No remarkable exposure or trauma was identified. This unexplained swelling remained uniform till 4 months of age, ...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Namir SA,Trattner A

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Oral isotretinoin treatment might influence the levels of vitamin B12 and folic acid. AIMS AND OBJECTIVES:The aim of this study is to compare vitamin B12 and folic acid levels in patients with moderate and severe acne vulgaris with those of the healthy control group and to investigate the effect of isotreti...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Gökalp H,Bulur I,Gürer M

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00