Dermatitis Artefacta: A Review of Five Cases: A Diagnostic and Therapeutic Challenge.

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Dermatology is primarily a non-acute, outpatient-centered clinical specialty, but substantial number of patients need indoor admission for adequate management. Over the years, the need for inpatient facilities in Dermatology has grown manifold; however, these facilities are available only in some tertiary ...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Sen A,Chowdhury S,Poddar I,Bandyopadhyay D

更新日期：2016-09-01 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：AIM:To evaluate the efficacy and safety of fixed drug combination (FDC) halometasone 0.05% and fusidic acid 2% (group A) vs FDC betamethasone 0.12% and neomycin sulfate 0.5% cream (group B) in acute or chronic infected eczematous dermatosis, through a randomized open-label, comparative, multicentric study. MATERIALS A...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Pratap DV,Philip M,Rao NT,Jerajani HR,Kumar SA,Kuruvila M,Moodahadu LS,Dhawan S

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Warts are sometimes resistant or they tend to recur after every possible destructive therapy. Immunotherapy with skin-test antigens has been used as a viable therapeutic option in such recalcitrant cases. AIM:The aim of the study was to evaluate the response of resistant or recurrent warts to intralesional ...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Majid I,Imran S

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pemphigus vulgaris (PV), an autoimmune disorder characterized by blistering skin/mucus membrane lesions, is mediated by desmoglein-3 autoantibodies. We carried out a prospective clinical trial of hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) in thymus, bone marrow (BM) and periphery to reconstitute central ...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Vanikar AV,Trivedi HL,Patel RD,Kanodia KV,Modi PR,Shah VR

更新日期：2012-01-01 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：BACKGROUND:Chikungunya fever (CF) epidemic has recently re-emerged in India affecting large population. Mucocutaneous manifestations are an important clinical feature of the disease. We have reviewed mucocutaneous manifestations of the disease during a recent epidemic in coastal Karnataka. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Seventy...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Bhat RM,Rai Y,Ramesh A,Nandakishore B,Sukumar D,Martis J,Kamath GH

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cohort design is a type of nonexperimental or observational study design. In a cohort study, the participants do not have the outcome of interest to begin with. They are selected based on the exposure status of the individual. They are then followed over time to evaluate for the occurrence of the outcome of interest. ...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Setia MS

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Foot dermatitis refers to the predominant involvement of feet in the eczematous process. This study is undertaken to determine the clinical pattern and causative agent in foot eczema and to evaluate the role of patch testing in determining the causative agent of foot eczema. Data was collected from 50 patients with fo...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Priya KS,Kamath G,Martis J,D S,Shetty NJ,Bhat RM,Kishore BN

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:In our hospital setup located in the tropical zone, during each summer, we frequently come across a unique eczematous dermatosis among elderly females that typically occur in summer. Aims and Objectives:We carried out this study with the objective of studying the demographic and clinical features of this de...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Rajesh G,Rafeek M,Karthikeyan K

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In the present study, calcinosis cutis (CC) is defined as the deposition of amorphous calcium and phosphate salts under epidermis and it may be caused by a pre-existing event such as extravasation injury or hypercalcemic conditions. Idiopathic CC cases have no underlying disease or pre-existing cause. AIM:A...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Coban YK,Aytekin AH,Aydin EN

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A combination of topical retinoid and antibacterial therapy is often advocated for acne to enhance therapeutic efficacy. AIMS:A preliminary study to evaluate the efficacy and tolerability of a topical fixed combination of nadifloxacin (1%) and adapalene (0.1%) in the treatment of mild to moderate acne in In...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Shah BJ,Sumathy TK,Dhurat RS,Torsekar RG,Viswanath V,Mukhi JI,Kadhe G,Ahirrao P

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Progressive nodular histiocytosis (PNH) is a rare normolipemic macrophage disorder and belongs to a subgroup of non-Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCHs) which is characterized by a progressive course with no sign of spontaneous resolution but without systemic involvement. We report a 30-year-old gentleman who presente...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Williams A,Thomas AG,Kwatra KS,Jain K

更新日期：2015-07-01 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：:Pemphigus is a chronic, potentially life threatening, autoimmune intraepidermal blistering disease affecting the skin and the mucous membrane. Pemphigus may have profound impact on the quality of life in the affected patients. Counselling and adjuvant psychotherapy may be beneficial at least in few patients and should...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Rao R,Srinivas CR

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Lichen planus (LP) is an inflammatory skin disease of unknown etiology associated with chronic inflammation, oxidative stress induction, and cardiovascular risk factors. Objectives:To document the prevalence of metabolic syndrome (MetS), dyslipidemia, and associated factors in Nigerian patients with LP. Me...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Okpala IC,Akinboro AO,Ezejoifor IO,Onunu AN,Okwara BU

更新日期：2019-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Angina bullosa hemorrhagic (ABH) describes the acute and sometimes painful onset of oral blood-filled vesicles and bullae, not attributable to blood dyscrasia, vesiculobullous disorders, systemic diseases or other known causes. The haemorrhagic bullae spontaneously burst after a short time resulting in ragged, often p...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Rai S,Kaur M,Goel S

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Here we report a case of a young male who developed full blown iatrogenic Cushing's syndrome after use of superpotent clobetasol propionate cream 0.05% for long duration to suppress psoriatic skin lesions. He also developed osteoporosis and hypogonadism. This case demonstrates that injudicious use of topical steroids ...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Sahana PK,Sarma N,Sengupta N,Somani PS

更新日期：2015-07-01 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：:Cutaneous larva migrans (CLM) is characterized by the formation of distinctive, tortuous, and serpentine skin lesions occurring as a result of epidermal burrowing by certain helminthic larvae. Although this condition is usually uneventful, rarely it may result in patchy pulmonary infiltration with peripheral eosinophi...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Podder I,Chandra S,Gharami RC

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Alopecia areata (AA) is a common, chronic inflammatory disease characterized by nonscarring hair loss on the scalp or any hair-bearing area of the body. Recently, dermoscopy, a noninvasive diagnostic procedure, has been employed for the diagnosis of AA. AIM:To evaluate various dermoscopic patterns in AA and...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Guttikonda AS,Aruna C,Ramamurthy DV,Sridevi K,Alagappan SK

更新日期：2016-11-01 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

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：Background:Deep venous thrombosis (DVT), even though resolved, may damage the valves and may lead to chronic venous insufficiency (CVI). We designed the present study to examine the thrombotic markers or other ultrasound features in the absence of active thrombosis in patients presenting with features suggestive of CVI...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Malkani RH,Karia R,Thadani S

更新日期：2019-09-01 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：: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：:A Case of faun-tail nevus is presented. A long tuft of hair over the back in the lumbar region hid a bony defect of the fifth lumbar spine. No neurological symptoms were encountered. ...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Basak P,Kanwar AJ,Kaur S,Dhar S

更新日期：1989-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The evaluation for skin disorders forms an important component of primary health care practice for all including children. The prevalence of certain skin diseases in children can reflect status of health, hygiene, and personal cleanliness of a community. AIMS:This study was planned to evaluate the magnitude...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Balai M,Khare AK,Gupta LK,Mittal A,Kuldeep CM

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A family presented to our dermatology clinic with a complaint of white nails. Physical examination revealed clinical feature of leukonychia totalis and the presence of sensorineural hearing loss, palmo plantar keratoderma and knuckle pads (four essential criteria for the diagnosis of Bart Pumphrey syndrome).Three cons...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Balighi K,Moeineddin F,Lajevardi V,Ahmadreza R

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Palisaded encapsulated neuroma (PEN) is an infrequent benign cutaneous neural tumor, which usually presents as solitary, asymptomatic, papule or nodule, often localized on the faces, around the orifices, in middle age with no sex preponderance. Rarely, it can be multiple. Both solitary and multiple lesions are not ass...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Halder C,Sen S,Gangopadhyay A,Bala S

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00