Seborrheic keratoses: a study comparing the standard cryosurgery with topical calcipotriene, topical tazarotene, and topical imiquimod.

abstract：:Omalizumab is a recombinant humanized monoclonal antibody targeting the high-affinity Fc receptor of IgE, registered for the treatment of chronic spontaneous urticaria and severe allergic asthma. We present a case series of nine patients with atopic dermatitis (AD) treated off-label with omalizumab and a systematic re...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Holm JG,Agner T,Sand C,Thomsen SF

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This review discusses the epidemiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis and current therapeutic options for venous ulcer. Venous ulcer is a severe clinical manifestation of chronic venous insufficiency (CVI). It is responsible for about 70% of chronic ulcers of the lower limbs. The high prevalence of venous ulcer has a signif...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Abbade LP,Lastória S

更新日期：2005-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:COVID-19 cutaneous manifestations have been recently described and classified in five different clinical patterns, including acral erythema-edema (pseudo-chilblain), maculopapular exanthemas, vesicular eruptions, urticarial lesions, and livedo or necrosis. OBJECTIVES:The objective of this study was to exami...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Méndez Maestro I,Peña Merino L,Udondo González Del Tánago B,Aramburu González A,Orbea Sopeña A,Sánchez De Vicente J,Ratón Nieto JA,Acebo Mariñas E,Gardeazabal García J

更新日期：2020-09-24 00:00:00

abstract：:Corynebacterium jeikeium is a rare but increasingly important cause of septicemia in neutropenic patients that can present with characteristic cutaneous findings. A 61-year-old man with myelodysplastic syndrome developed C. jeikeium sepsis and an erythematous papular eruption while neutropenic from induction chemother...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Olson JM,Nguyen VQ,Yoo J,Kuechle MK

更新日期：2009-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In 1982, five patients having pemphigus vulgaris, four men and one woman, ranging in age between 16 and 48 years, were treated with an arbitrary regimen designed by us. The regimen consisted of giving 100 mg dexamethasone in 500 mL of 5% glucose by a slow intravenous infusion on three consecutive days, along with 500 ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Pasricha JS,Das SS

更新日期：1992-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Reduced cell-mediated immunity associated with pregnancy may cause a flaring or exacerbation of some skin conditions. Little is known about the magnitude of and risk factors for skin diseases among human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-infected antiretroviral therapy-naïve pregnant women. METHODS:Cross-section...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Shayo GA,Moshiro C,Spiegelman D,Mugusi FM,Chalamilla G,Msamanga G,Hawkins C,Fawzi W

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hypocomplementemic urticarial vasculitis (HUV) has been defined as a syndrome associated with urticarial lesions caused by leukocytoclastic vasculitis. It has been observed in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus and related conditions. Immunoglobulin G4 (IgG4)-related disease is a lymphoproliferative ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Takao M,Hamada T,Kaji T,Ikeda-Mizuno K,Takehara-Yasuhara C,Ichimura K,Yanai H,Yshino T,Iwatsuki K

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Atrophic acne scars are a frequent problem after acne. Hitherto, mainly invasive treatment measures were possible. In a recent paper, we demonstrated the positive effects of iontophoresis with 0.025% tretinoin gel vs. estriol 0.03%. OBJECTIVE:In this further study, the recording of the clinical effects of i...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Schmidt JB,Donath P,Hannes J,Perl S,Neumayer R,Reiner A

更新日期：1999-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Vegetable oils have been used for a wide variety of purposes since time immemorial; however, their principle use remains as skin moisturizers, especially in neonates and children. Because of their considerable efficacy and a low side effect profile and bearable cost, these oils are hugely popular as moisturizers among...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Sarkar R,Podder I,Gokhale N,Jagadeesan S,Garg VK

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Alopecia areata is a T cell mediated disease with which many disorders may be associated. There are few studies reporting ocular findings in alopecia areata. The aim of the study is to assess tear function and ocular surface pathologies in alopecia areata. Thirty-two patients with alopecia areata and 20 age- and sex-m...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Ergin C,Acar M,Kaya Akış H,Gönül M,Gürdal C

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 64-year-old woman presented with erythematous, infiltrative plaques with a central atrophic area on both zygomatic regions. Several yellow-reddish papules were seen at the periphery of the plaques and showed an "apple-jelly" color on diascopy (Fig. 1). No visceral involvement was detected. The past medical history r...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Stefanidou MP,Antoniou M,Koutsopoulos AV,Neofytou YT,Krasagakis K,Krüger-Krasagakis S,Tselentis Y,Tosca AD

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chronic idiopathic urticaria (CIU), characterized by the appearance of itchy wheals of unknown etiology, can be extremely debilitating and can significantly reduce a patient's quality of life (QOL). Fexofenadine, a non-sedating, H1-receptor selective, long-acting antihistamine, is licensed worldwide for the treatment ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Kawashima M,Harada S,Tango T

更新日期：2002-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 30-year-old woman presented with an orange-yellow discoloration of the skin, most noticeable on the palms and soles and nasolabial folds; sclera appeared normal. The patient had observed the abnormal pigmentation of her skin 3 months earlier and noticed that it had become more evident after a sauna she had taken 2 d...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Palleschi GM,Knoepfel BR,Lotti T

更新日期：1992-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Actinic granuloma is a rare skin disorder that develops in an area of actinic elastosis. The pathogenesis of the disease is obscure but the most accepted hypothesis implicates the solar radiation as the triggering factor. Typically the disease presents in middle-aged individuals with significant past sun-exposure and ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Stefanaki C,Panagiotopoulos A,Kostakis P,Stefanaki K,Petridis A

更新日期：2005-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Vitamin C has been used for the treatment of hyperpigmented diseases. However, there is no study available on hypopigmenting effect of multivitamin. OBJECTIVES:To investigate the inhibitory effects of multivitamin and vitamin C on melanogenesis. METHODS:We assessed the effect of multivitamin and vitamin C ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Choi YK,Rho YK,Yoo KH,Lim YY,Li K,Kim BJ,Seo SJ,Kim MN,Hong CK,Kim DS

更新日期：2010-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Psoriasis is a chronic, inflammatory, and recurrent dermatological disease. In the Côte d'Ivoire, it is about 0.75% of dermatology cases. Psoriasis care is challenging in elderly patients. We aimed to show its specificities related to the sociodemographic, clinical, and therapeutic aspects, and follow-up in ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Kassi K,Djeha D,Gbery IP,Kouame K,Sangaré A

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To date, various treatment modalities have failed to produce consistent improvement in patients having Behçet's disease. Recent reports in the literature, however, have shown promising results with the use of colchicine. Our patient, an 18-year-old white woman, satisfied the 1977 Istanbul Conference criteria for Behçe...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Harper RM,Allen BS

更新日期：1982-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The high rate of morbidity and mortality resulting from long-term use of corticosteroids in pemphigus vulgaris (PV) warrants discovery of a new treatment strategy. Based on a new theory on the pathophysiology of PV, cholinomimetics can block the process of blister formation. AIMS:This study was conducted to...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Iraji F,Yoosefi A

更新日期：2006-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There are few published guidelines that describe the forethought and logistical considerations needed to create a dermatology-specific medical mission. OBJECTIVE:To report the experience of planning and executing a successful medical mission to an underserved community in Puerto Rico. METHODS:We identified...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Ramirez-Fort MK,Lastra-Vicente R,Levitt JO,Sanchez JL,Reizner GT

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia is an opportunistic infection associated with substantial rates of mortality in immunosuppressed patients. Prophylaxis recommendations are mostly targeted toward patients with non-dermatologic diagnoses. This study was conducted to determine when dermatology patients treated with immuno...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Gonzalez Santiago TM,Wetter DA,Kalaaji AN,Limper AH,Lehman JS

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In December of 2002, the FDA approved azelaic acid 15% gel for the topical treatment of inflammatory papules and pustules of mild to moderate rosacea. Azelaic acid is a saturated dicarboxylic acid, which is naturally occurring and has been used in the treatment of rosacea, acne, and melasma. The 15% gel has a high eff...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Gupta AK,Gover MD

更新日期：2007-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 40-year-old black man who was HIV positive developed generalized hypertrophic lichen planus in areas previously affected by a photosensitivity eruption. After unsuccessful attempts to induce remission of his lichen planus with conventional therapies, etretinate produced a dramatic response. ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Pardo RJ,Kerdel FA

更新日期：1988-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Dandruff is a common scalp condition characterized by flakes, pruritus and sometimes mild erythema. These symptoms reflect underlying histopathologic and biochemical events that must be reversed if treatment is to be effective. OBJECTIVES:This study aimed to better characterize the state of the epidermis in...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Kerr K,Darcy T,Henry J,Mizoguchi H,Schwartz JR,Morrall S,Filloon T,Wimalasena R,Fadayel G,Mills KJ

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Extramammary Paget's disease (EMPD) is a rare cutaneous malignancy. The disease typically affects older individuals aged 60-80 years and is seen most frequently in postmenopausal Caucasian women and Asian men. EMPD exhibits a predilection for the genital and perianal regions and may be associated with an underlying ca...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Simonds RM,Segal RJ,Sharma A

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Warts are a common chronic skin disorder that can be cosmetically disfiguring and, depending on the location, cause inhibition of function. The presence of dozens of topical and systemic treatments for warts is a testament to the lack of a rapid, simple, uniformly effective, inexpensive, nonscarring, and pai...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Bhat RM,Vidya K,Kamath G

更新日期：2001-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pediculosis capitis is an endemic parasitosis affecting many countries of the world. The aim of this study was to investigate the incidence of head lice infestation in Mersin, Turkey. METHODS:A total of 5318 elementary schoolchildren, aged 8-16 years, were examined for the presence of Pediculus capitis. If ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Kokturk A,Baz K,Bugdayci R,Sasmaz T,Tursen U,Kaya TI,Ikizoglu G

更新日期：2003-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In a randomized, double-blind, parallel comparative study of 80 patients, impetigo and ecthyma were treated effectively by sulconazole nitrate 1% cream and miconazole nitrate 2% cream applied to lesions twice daily for 14 days. When treatment began, bacterial cultures from all pyodermal lesions yielded Group A beta-he...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Nolting S,Strauss WB

更新日期：1988-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ten healthy volunteers were studied to find out whether tachyphylaxis occurs on repeated application of topical steroids. The Singh and Singh modification of the Reddy and Singh (1976) technique was used. Fluocinolone acetonide cream (0.1%) under occlusion was applied daily for 14 days on the flexor aspect of the fore...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Singh G,Singh PK

更新日期：1986-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The purpose of this study is to review the published articles regarding different surgical modalities including laser therapy in the treatment of congenital melanocytic nevi (CMN). METHODS:A systematic review was done using several databases including PubMed, Ovid Medline, Google Scholar, and Medline to sea...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： ALMutairi HM,Al-Hothali GI

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Of 3,079 children in a medium-sized community near Jerusalem, 11.2% were found to be infested with living lice and eggs and another 23.4% had only nits. Boys and girls were equally infested. The incidence of infestation was highest among children 4-11 years of age. About 78% of the infested children had from one to te...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Mumcuoglu KY,Miller J,Gofin R,Adler B,Ben-Ishai F,Almog R,Kafka D,Klaus S

更新日期：1990-09-01 00:00:00