Cutaneous reaction from a broken thermometer.

abstract：:From the origin of civilization the pursuit of beauty has exemplified the highest order of the human being's quest for achievement, and from the beginning, this pursuit has focused, in part, on perfecting the human form. Freed from much of the time-consuming burden of attending to elemental needs, the present generati...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Basler RS

更新日期：1989-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A patient with sarcoidosis was treated with thalidomide for disfiguring and painful steroid unresponsive sarcoidal granulomas of the skin. The duration of the therapy was 14 months, during which time, the skin lesions resolved almost completely. The initial dosage was 200 mg a day, which was increased to 400 mg a day ...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Lee JB,Koblenzer PS

更新日期：1998-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In pyodermatitis-pyostomatitis vegetans annular pustular cutaneous lesions may precede, accompany, or follow the usually extensive vegetating oral disease. Sometimes only cutaneous or only oral lesions occur and previously have been described as separate entities. Clinical, histopathologic, and immunopathologic eviden...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Storwick GS,Prihoda MB,Fulton RJ,Wood WS

更新日期：1994-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Small erythematous or cyanotic lesions on the hands and feet of four patients with antiphospholipid antibodies are described. These discrete lesions outline capillaries and do not disappear when pressure is applied. The histologic features are identical to those described in skin thrombotic syndrome associated with an...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Grob JJ,San Marco M,Aillaud MF,Andrac L,Gabriel B,Juhan-Vague I,Mercier C,Bonerandi JJ

更新日期：1991-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cutaneous findings are not uncommonly a concomitant finding in patients afflicted with gastrointestinal (GI) diseases. The dermatologic manifestations may precede clinically evident GI disease. Part I of this 2-part CME review focuses on dermatologic findings as they relate to hereditary and nonhereditary polyposis di...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Shah KR,Boland CR,Patel M,Thrash B,Menter A

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An acute localized, purulent skin lesion developed on the right knee of an 8-year-old girl and was subsequently diagnosed as a primary cutaneous Nocardia brasiliensis infection. It was soon accompanied by intense lymphangitis and regional adenopathy. The patient had a history of a minor abrasion contaminated by soil a...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Hironaga M,Mochizuki T,Watanabe S

更新日期：1990-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Recombinant human platelet derived growth factor-BB gel (PDGF gel) has been shown to be effective in the treatment of diabetic neuropathic ulcers. It is also being used off-label to speed wound healing of flaps, grafts, and wounds from Mohs micrographic surgery. OBJECTIVE:The purpose of the study was to com...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Cohen MA,Eaglstein WH

更新日期：2001-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dialogues in Dermatology, a monthly audio program from the American Academy of Dermatology, contains discussions between dermatologists on timely topics. Commentaries from Dialogues Editor-in-Chief Warren R. Heymann, MD, are provided after each discussion as a topic summary and are provided here as a special service t...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Heymann WR

更新日期：2008-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The regulation of telemedicine in the United States is evolving, with new legislation expanding reimbursement and cross-state licensing capabilities. As telemedicine grows, communities with limited access to traditional dermatologic care may find a solution in teledermatology. A search of the medical literature and on...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Chuchvara N,Patel R,Srivastava R,Reilly C,Rao BK

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Disseminated superficial actinic porokeratosis (DSAP) is associated with sun exposure and tanning bed usage and has been rarely reported in association with systemic PUVA. We report the first case of DSAP occurring after topical foot PUVA. ...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Allen AL,Glaser DA

更新日期：2000-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The large stellate and polygonal cells observed in eleven fibrous papules and two angiofibromas were examined immunohistochemically for alpha 1-antitrypsin and lysozyme. The positive findings suggest that these cells are related to histiocytes rather than nevomelanocytes. ...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Kwan TH,Smoller BR,Schneider DR

更新日期：1985-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients with rosacea have increased amounts of cathelicidin and protease activity but their usefulness as disease biomarkers is unclear. OBJECTIVE:We sought to evaluate the effect of doxycycline treatment on cathelicidin expression, protease activity, and clinical response in rosacea. METHODS:In all, 170 ...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Di Nardo A,Holmes AD,Muto Y,Huang EY,Preston N,Winkelman WJ,Gallo RL

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The most common active ingredient in hair coloring is para-phenylenediamine (PPDA), which can produce contact dermatitis, particularly in persons who dye their scalp hair and in hairdressers. We have identified another group of patients also at risk, namely men from Arab countries, who commonly grow beards and dye the...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Hsu TS,Davis MD,el-Azhary R,Corbett JF,Gibson LE

更新日期：2001-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Carcinoma erysipelatodes, also known as inflammatory metastatic carcinoma, is a type of cutaneous metastatic disease. We describe a 64-year-old woman with metastatic breast carcinoma who presented with a blistering erythematous eruption resembling erysipelas with formation of vesicles and bullae. She was found to have...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Meadows KP,Egan CA

更新日期：1999-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Recent studies suggest that ultraviolet (UV) A1 phototherapy is an effective treatment for localized scleroderma (LS); however, the optimum UVA1 dose remains to be determined. OBJECTIVE:We sought to compare the immediate and long-term efficacy of low- versus medium-dose UVA1 phototherapy for plaque-type LS....

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Sator PG,Radakovic S,Schulmeister K,Hönigsmann H,Tanew A

更新日期：2009-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The early experiments of Marion B. Sulzberger suggested that the skin played a vital role in the generation of allergic contact dermatitis and other delayed type hypersensitivity reactions. This lecture is presented in the historical context of Dr. Sulzberger's lifework and interest in mechanisms involved in delayed t...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Katz SI

更新日期：1985-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Early studies using HIV protease inhibitors (PI) showed regression of Kaposi's sarcoma (KS) lesions in some patients. OBJECTIVE:Our purpose was to determine prospectively the influence of PI on HIV-related KS. METHODS:KS lesions of nine patients with progressive cutaneous disease were prospectively evaluat...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Krischer J,Rutschmann O,Hirschel B,Vollenweider-Roten S,Saurat JH,Pechère M

更新日期：1998-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Mohs micrographic surgery is thought to be a useful therapy for cutaneous melanoma. Controversy persists, however, because there are few published reports that document its safety and efficacy. OBJECTIVE:Our purpose was to determine the safety and efficacy of Mohs micrographic surgery for the treatment of c...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Zitelli JA,Brown C,Hanusa BH

更新日期：1997-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This review focuses on some of the most common classes of parenteral and inhalational sedating agents used during cutaneous surgery. Emphasis also is placed on potential adverse effects and their treatments. ...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Weber PJ,Weber M,Dzubow LM

更新日期：1989-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Onychomycosis (fungal infection of the toenails or fingernails) is common, affecting up to 8% of the general population. Telephone and mailed surveys conducted to study this disease are usually completed via patient self-report. The validity of the counts of diseased nails reported by the patients participat...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Cham PM,Chen SC,Grill JP,Warshaw EM

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Novel tretinoin cream and gel formulations have been developed that incorporate polyolprepolymer-2, which is a material designed to help retain drug molecules in and on the skin when applied in topical vehicles. The results of preclinical and clinical investigations have confirmed the beneficial impact of such a vehic...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Quigley JW,Bucks DA

更新日期：1998-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pruritus is a common symptom in patients with hepatobiliary disease. Numerous treatments have been attempted. We review published therapeutic trials for hepatobiliary pruritus and utilize statistical analysis to evaluate treatment results. Randomized placebo-controlled studies show cholestyramine, rifampin, naloxone, ...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Connolly CS,Kantor GR,Menduke H

更新日期：1995-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Seborrheic dermatitis is generally treated with topical steroids, antifungals, or both. This pilot study was undertaken to examine the possibility of tacrolimus as a useful therapy for seborrheic dermatitis. In a single-center, open-label study, 18 consecutive patients with seborrheic dermatitis were treated with 0.1%...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Meshkinpour A,Sun J,Weinstein G

更新日期：2003-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dermatomyositis (DM) is an idiopathic inflammatory myopathy. The mainstay of treatment for DM is oral corticosteroids. However, the dose and length of treatment is debated. Adding to the confusion, there have been no randomized controlled studies comparing the use of various corticosteroid doses and taper rates, and n...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Iorizzo LJ 3rd,Jorizzo JL

更新日期：2008-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Infantile acropustulosis (IA) is a syndrome characterized by recurrent crops of 1- to 2-mm intensely pruritic vesicopustules that are found primarily on the distal extremities of infants. It is reportedly responsive to sulfones and unresponsive to other therapy, but if left untreated spontaneously resolves at about 2 ...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Jennings JL,Burrows WM

更新日期：1983-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Trichoadenoma is a rare benign follicular tumor first described by Nikolowski 50 years ago. Both trichoadenoma and desmoplastic trichoepithelioma are composed of cords of epithelial cells and cornifying cysts embedded in sclerotic stroma. In trichoadenoma the cystic component predominates, while desmoplastic...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Shimanovich I,Krahl D,Rose C

更新日期：2010-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Fibrous hamartoma (FH) of infancy is a benign mesenchymal tumor, occurring as a superficial mass. Complete excision is curative. OBJECTIVE AND METHODS:The clinical features and treatment results of 18 children with FH are described. RESULTS:Local excision was the most common procedure. Surgery was radical ...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Carretto E,Dall'Igna P,Alaggio R,Siracusa F,Granata C,Ferrari A,Cecchetto G

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pressure ulcers are localized areas of tissue necrosis that result from unrelieved pressure. They are graded or staged according to the degree of tissue damage observed. The main etiologic factors include pressure, shearing forces, friction, and moisture. The clinical course may be complicated by several conditions in...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Kanj LF,Wilking SV,Phillips TJ

更新日期：1998-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We are reporting the third case of the Olmsted syndrome, an entity that has received little attention in the medical literature. The syndrome consists of congenital diffuse, sharply marginated keratoderma of the palms and soles, onychodystrophy , constrictions of digits, and periorificial keratoses. Our patient, in ad...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Poulin Y,Perry HO,Muller SA

更新日期：1984-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Eleven cases of a peculiar, hyalinized, hypocellular dermal fibroma are reported. The lesions are characterized by epidermal atrophy, a whorled appearance of sclerotic collagen bundles separated by clefts containing mucin, and sharp demarcation of the lesions from the surrounding normal skin. They are small white or f...

journal_title：Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

authors： Rapini RP,Golitz LE

更新日期：1989-02-01 00:00:00