Inpatient Dermatology: Characteristics of Patients and Admissions in a Tertiary Level Hospital in Eastern India.

abstract：:A female child developed multiple, progressive, therapy-resistant, painful large ulcers, vesicles, and pustules since her 4 months of age. The ulcers were large, some even measured more than 8 cm; most had violaceous undermined margin with surrounding erythematous halo, raw and crusted surface and were distributed ext...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Sarma N,Bandyopadhyay SK,Boler AK,Barman M

更新日期：2012-01-01 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：: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:Endothelin-1 (EDN1) and EDN receptor type A (EDNRA) are implicated in melanocyte functions. AIM AND OBJECTIVES:This study examines the role of EDN1 (G5665T and T-1370G) and EDNRA (C + 70G and G-231A) polymorphisms as a risk factor for vitiligo, and evaluates the relationship between genotypes and clinical c...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Bingül İ,Aydıngöz İE,Vural P,Doğru-Abbasoğlu S,Uysal M

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Leprosy is a chronic granulomatous infection primarily affecting the peripheral nervous system, skin and reticuloendothelial system. Cutaneous nerves are severely affected in lepra reaction and this leads to morbidity. Objective:To study electrophysiological pattern of different nerves involved in Type-II r...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Singh SK,Gupta SK,Mukhija RD,Thacker AK

更新日期：2017-11-01 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：: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：:Trichoepithelioma is a rare benign adnexal tumor which may be of solitary nonfamilial type or multiple familial trichoepitheliomas. Here, we describe a rare presentation of nonfamilial case of trichoepithelioma in a 50-year-old female with multiple skin colored facial papules and nodules over the face, upper back, and...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Sehrawat M,Jairath V,Jain VK

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Erythema dyschromicum perstans, a rare dermatosis of obscure etiopathogenesis and significant cosmetic morbidity, have no satisfactory treatment. OBSERVATIONS:Two patients with having characteristic asymptomatic and slowly progressive, slate-grey macular lesions with distinct red borders involving the face,...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Mahajan VK,Chauhan PS,Mehta KS,Sharma AL

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Neurogenic components, as neurotrophic factors and neuropeptides, are probably involved in the pathogenesis of atopic dermatitis (AD) with the neuroimmunocutaneous system as they modify the functions of immunoactive cells in the skin. Nerve growth factor (NGF) is the best-characterized member of the neurot...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Hodeib A,El-Samad ZA,Hanafy H,El-Latief AA,El-Bendary A,Abu-Raya A

更新日期：2010-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Since propranolol was accidentally discovered to induce involution of hemangiomas, it is being used by many clinicians with a favourable response. We present our experience with use of propranolol and report three infants with hemangiomas who were treated with propranolol. First infant had a marked involution of the l...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Jain V,Roychoudhury S,Chadha R,Puri A

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dermatitis neglecta is a condition that results from inadequate frictional cleansing leading to accumulation of corneocytes, sebum and sweat ultimately resulting in hyper-pigmented patch or verrucous plaque. Recognizing this condition avoids unnecessary, aggressive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Here we report...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Saha A,Seth J,Sharma A,Biswas D

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cysticercosis is caused by cysticercus cellulose, which is the larva of Taenia solium, the pork tapeworm. The larvae are carried in the blood stream after penetrating the walls of the alimentary tract and they lodge in different tissues like the skin, skeletal muscles, brain, fundus and heart, to cause disseminated cy...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Bandyopadhyay D,Sen S

更新日期：2009-01-01 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：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：:Acrokeratosis verruciformis of Hopf (AKV) is a rare genodermatosis presenting as multiple plane wart-like lesions symmetrically distributed on dorsum of hands and feet. Its pathogenesis is unknown. A case of 24 years old female is described with multiple hyperpigmented, hyperkeratotic papules on the left side of body ...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Nair PA

更新日期：2013-09-01 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：:Kindler's syndrome is a very rare genodermatosis characterized by acral blistering starting in infancy, photosensitivity, progressive poikiloderma, cutaneous atrophy, and various forms of mucosal involvement. A large number of other cutaneous and extracutaneous features have also been described. We report here three c...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Ghosh SK,Bandyopadhyay D,Das J,Chatterjee G,Sarkar S

更新日期：2010-10-01 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：:Chicken pox is a common viral infection presenting with fever and discrete vesicular lesions. This infection can be widely detected in developing countries, especially for those tropical countries. The pregnant can get chicken pox, and this becomes an important obstetrical concern. In this specific paper, the author h...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Wiwanitkit V

更新日期：2010-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cowden syndrome (CS) is an infrequent autosomal dominant multisystem genodermatosis, generally involving the skin, oral mucosa, thyroid, breast and gastrointestinal tract. It is characterized by a late onset in the 2(nd) or 3(rd) decade of life, an extraordinary potential for malignant transformation, especially of br...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Molvi M,Sharma YK,Dash K

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The world of dermatology is pieced together by clinical conditions unique in their colors, morphology, and configuration. Dermatological signs and terms are influenced by etymology, language, and history. Eponyms also make dermatology a fascinating but linguistically challenging subject. This article reviews dermatolo...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Long V

更新日期：2016-03-01 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：: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：:Aquagenic keratoderma (AK) is a rare acquired skin condition characterized by recurrent and transient white papules and plaques associated with a burning sensation, pain, pruritus and/or hyperhidrosis on the palms and more rarely, soles triggered by sweat or contact with water. Often AK cause significant discomfort, t...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Errichetti E,Piccirillo A

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU) is a skin disorder with an important immunologic profile. S100A8, S100A9, and S100A12 are the members of S100 family that have been reported to play important role in autoimmune diseases, but the characteristics of these three S100 members have not been defined in CSU. Ai...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Zhou QY,Lin W,Zhu XX,Xu SL,Ying MX,Shi L,Lin BJ

更新日期：2019-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A case of tuberculosis verrucosa cutis in an unusual site is being reported. The patient had presented with recurrence of a perianal growth which had been excised in the past. A histopathological study done during the recurrence confirmed tuberculosis. The patient's chest X-ray showed pulmonary tuberculosis, though he...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Sayal SK,Falleiro JJ,Motwani H,Rao VS

更新日期：1989-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Existing remedies for controlling pseudofolliculitis barbae (PFB) are sometimes helpful; however the positive effects are often short lived. The only definitive cure for PFB is permanent removal of the hair follicle. AIMS:Our aim was to compare the efficacy of the Alexandrite laser with the intense pulsed l...

journal_title：Indian journal of dermatology

authors： Leheta TM

更新日期：2009-01-01 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