Assessing quality of life in patients with acne vulgaris: implications for treatment.

abstract：:Aging of the skin is associated with skin thinning, atrophy, dryness, wrinkling, and delayed wound healing. These undesirable aging effects are exacerbated by declining estrogen levels in postmenopausal women. With the rise in interest in long-term postmenopausal skin management, studies on the restorative benefits th...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Shu YY,Maibach HI

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The management of acne in adult females is problematic, with many having a history of treatment failure and some having a predisposition to androgen excess. Alternatives to oral antibiotics and combined oral contraceptives (COCs) are required. OBJECTIVE:Our aim was to conduct a hybrid systematic review of t...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Layton AM,Eady EA,Whitehouse H,Del Rosso JQ,Fedorowicz Z,van Zuuren EJ

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Most people in modern society are exposed daily to fragrance ingredients from one or more sources. Fragrance ingredients are also one of the most frequent causes of contact allergic reactions. The diagnosis is made by patch testing with a mixture of fragrance ingredients, the fragrance mix. This gives a positive patch...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Johansen JD

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Eruptive melanocytic nevi (EMN) is a phenomenon characterized by the sudden onset of nevi. Our objective was to compile all published reports of EMN to identify possible precipitating factors and to evaluate the clinical appearance and course. We conducted a systematic bibliographic search and selected 93 articles, re...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Burian EA,Jemec GBE

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recent advances in our understanding of the pathophysiology of atopic dermatitis (AD) have revealed that skin microbiome dysbiosis plays an important role in the disease. In this review, we describe how changes in the structure and function of the microbiome are involved in the pathogenesis of AD. We highlight recent ...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Li W,Yosipovitch G

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pemphigus vulgaris (PV) is a severe chronic autoimmune blistering disease that affects the skin and mucous membranes. It is characterized by suprabasal acantholysis due to disruption of desmosomal connections between keratinocytes. Autoantibodies against desmosomal cadherins, desmoglein 3 and 1, have been shown to ind...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Altman EM

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Superficial mycoses are becoming increasingly resistant to current antifungal medications. As alternative therapeutic options are limited, the increasing frequency of reports of antifungal resistance is alarming. This epidemic parallels the rise of antibiotic resistance; however, the significance of this problem has y...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Gupta AK,Renaud HJ,Quinlan EM,Shear NH,Piguet V

更新日期：2020-12-22 00:00:00

abstract：:Birt-Hogg-Dubé syndrome (BHD) is an autosomal dominant genodermatosis with malignant potential characterized by cutaneous and extracutaneous stigmata. Aberrations in the folliculin (FLCN) gene, which is located on chromosome 17, have been discovered in individuals with this condition. Over 150 unique mutations have be...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Tong Y,Schneider JA,Coda AB,Hata TR,Cohen PR

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Solar, and particularly UV, radiation causes molecular and cellular damage with resultant histopathologic and clinical degenerative changes, leading in turn to photosensitivity, photo-aging, and skin cancer. While our bodies have some natural UV defenses, additional protection from the sun is essential, including sun ...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Gonzaga ER

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Efforts have been recently made to investigate simple, objective, accurate, and reproducible methods of clinical/noninvasive assessment of nonsegmental vitiligo. However, studies have mostly considered quantitative or semiquantitative parameters, almost neglecting the purely qualitative appearance of vitilig...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Menchini G,Comacchi C,Cappugi P,Torchia D

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) is a reactive hypermelanosis and sequela of a variety of inflammatory skin conditions. PIH can have a negative impact on a patient's quality of life, particularly for darker-skinned patients. Studies show that dyschromias, including PIH, are one of the most common presenting co...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Callender VD,St Surin-Lord S,Davis EC,Maclin M

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Topical retapamulin (Altabax, Altargo) is the first pleuromutilin antibacterial approved for the treatment of uncomplicated superficial skin infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus (excluding methicillin-resistant S. aureus [MRSA]) and Streptococcus pyogenes in patients aged > or = 9 months. In the EU, retapamulin ...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Yang LP,Keam SJ

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chronic itch is a common skin manifestation in many connective tissue diseases. However, the cause of chronic itch in these diseases is still not fully understood. The complex, and in some cases incomplete understanding of, pathogenesis in each condition makes it difficult to target specific mediators of chronic itch....

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Haber JS,Valdes-Rodriguez R,Yosipovitch G

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In monosymptomatic hypochondriacal psychosis (MHP), such as delusional infestation (DI), the patient has a fixed, false, encapsulated belief associated with tactile hallucinations (TH), most commonly formication, which is defined as cutaneous sensations of crawling, stinging, biting, etc., without evidence of infestat...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Nakamura M,Koo J

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory systemic disease associated with an important physical and physiological burden. It primarily affects the skin, but it is associated with several serious medical co-morbidities. One third of total psoriatic cases have their onset during the pediatric age, although some of them may n...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Relvas M,Torres T

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Autoimmune bullous diseases (AIBD), including pemphigus, bullous pemphigoid, epidermolysis bullosa acquisita, mucous membrane pemphigoid, and pemphigoid gestationis, pose significant therapeutic challenges, especially in pregnant and post-partum breastfeeding patients or those planning to conceive. Data on the safety ...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Kushner CJ,Concha JSS,Werth VP

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Systemic sclerosis is an extremely variable disease in its manifestations and consequently, treatment needs to be individualized depending on the specific problems that each patient has. Limited scleroderma patients have a prolonged duration of Raynaud's phenomenon and puffy fingers before they develop any skin thicke...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Steen VD

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pyoderma gangrenosum (PG) is a rare neutrophilic dermatosis that may be caused by an adverse drug reaction. We discuss the clinical presentation and outcomes of 52 cases of drug-induced PG reported to date in the literature. We conducted our literature search for case reports of drug-induced PG using keywords on PubMe...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Wang JY,French LE,Shear NH,Amiri A,Alavi A

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Superficial fungal infections are chronic and recurring conditions. Tinea capitis is a scalp infection, primarily affecting prepubescent children. Ringworm infections, such as tinea corporis and tinea cruris, involve the glabrous skin. Tinea nigra is a rare mycotic infection that may be related to travel abroad. Piedr...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Gupta AK,Cooper EA,Ryder JE,Nicol KA,Chow M,Chaudhry MM

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:After a marked decline in the number of syphilis cases in the context of AIDS prevention campaigns, a significant increase has been observed in states of the former Soviet Union since 1994. In recent years, outbreaks have also been reported in the US, Canada, and several European countries. The current epidemic in the...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Lautenschlager S

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Uncommon types of cutaneous cancers are mainly cited in the literature as case reports and their etiology, pathogenesis and prognosis have to be surmised because of their rarity. Within this group exist the rare and also the unusual, for instance a relatively common carcinoma arising in a strange circumstance. Initial...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Topping A,Wilson GR

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Based on the results of numerous preclinical and clinical studies, sertaconazole can be considered a safe and effective drug for the treatment of fungal skin infections. OBJECTIVE:The objective of the study was to compare the efficacy of a solution containing 2% sertaconazole with the well established 2% se...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Borelli C,Klövekorn G,Ernst TM,Bödeker RH,Korting HC,Neumeister C

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Melanoma is a malignancy of pigment-producing cells that is driven by a variety of genetic mutations and aberrations. In most cases, this leads to upregulation of the mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) pathway through activating mutations of upstream mediators of the pathway including BRAF and NRAS. With the adve...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Akabane H,Sullivan RJ

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Psoriasis has been associated with psychiatric disorders such as depression and anxiety, but its relationship with suicidality (including suicide, suicide attempt, and suicidal ideation) is unclear. OBJECTIVE:Our objective was to assess the risk of suicide, suicide attempt, suicidal ideation, and suicidalit...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Chi CC,Chen TH,Wang SH,Tung TH

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Skin disorders are the most common adverse reactions attributed to drugs. Any skin disorder can be imitated, induced or aggravated by drugs. To help you keep up-to-date with the very latest skin reactions occurring with both new and established drugs, this section of the journal brings you information selected from th...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors：

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Topical coal tar is a well known and effective treatment for psoriasis, but the messiness, staining, odor, and inconvenience associated with its use make patient satisfaction and compliance a challenge. OBJECTIVE:To determine the efficacy, patient tolerability, and cosmetic acceptability of a new topical li...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Alora-Palli MB,Perkins AC,Van Cott A,Kimball AB

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The connection between the brain and the skin is more than a physiologic fact. Skin conditions can impose great effects on every field in the patients' lives. Reciprocally, skin diseases can be evoked by psychological problems. A psychodermatology clinic is the format that enables dermatology patients to receive a com...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Orion E,Feldman B,Ronni W,Orit BA

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There is a high unmet clinical need for new and better treatments in acne vulgaris. Propionibacterium acnes has a strong proinflammatory activity and targets molecules involved in the innate cutaneous immunity, keratinocytes and sebaceous glands of the pilosebaceous follicle. The role of P. acnes in acne confers legit...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Simonart T

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Dementia is a syndrome that involves the deterioration of several higher mental functions in advanced age, and psoriasis is an autoimmune disease characterized by skin plaque. Epidemiological studies have indicated an association between dementia and psoriasis; however, to date, no studies in Asia have repor...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Lin CC,Lin HC,Chiu HW

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) occurs in a relatively large proportion of the population and is associated with significant morbidity, high cost of healthcare, loss of productivity and reduced quality of life. Lower extremity ulcers related to CVI have been estimated to affect 0.2-1% of the population in developed...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Simka M,Majewski E

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00