Depigmentation patterns of nonsegmental vitiligo: a prospective study of macromorphologic changes in lesions.

abstract：:Halobetasol propionate (HP) 0.5% ointment and cream are class I topical corticosteroids. We review the efficacy and tolerability of HP for treatment of plaque psoriasis in the English language literature. The efficacy of HP ointment and cream is consistently superior to other super-potent topical corticosteroids. Loca...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Rivera AM,Hsu S

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Videodermatoscopy is a non-invasive technique that allows in vivo skin observation at high magnifications. OBJECTIVE:The goal of this study was to determine if videodermatoscopy enhances diagnostic capability beyond standard clinical observation in three series of patients: one group of patients with overt ...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Lacarrubba F,Dall'Oglio F,Rita Nasca M,Micali G

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is proposed as an effective therapy with a good safety profile for patients with actinic keratoses. PDT involves the application of a photosensitizer to dysplastic or neoplastic tissue such that when exposed to light of an appropriate wavelength, the target tissue undergoes a cytotoxic react...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Chamberlain AJ,Kurwa HA

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Evidence regarding what comprises effective education for acne vulgaris patients is lacking. Internet-based education may improve patient knowledge of this condition. OBJECTIVES:Our objective was to compare the effectiveness of standard web-based education and an automated counseling website in improving ac...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Tuong W,Wang AS,Armstrong AW

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ocular diseases associated with atopic dermatitis (AD) may be sight-threatening. A general understanding of the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of atopic eye disease may assist dermatologists in knowing when to refer to ophthalmology and in co-managing these diseases with ophthalmologists. Ocular diseases as...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Beck KM,Seitzman GD,Yang EJ,Sanchez IM,Liao W

更新日期：2019-12-01 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：BACKGROUND:Botulinum toxin (BTX) is a potent neurotoxin with a long history of therapeutic application in neurological and dermatological conditions, with a strong efficacy and safety profile. OBJECTIVE:Our aim was to assess whether intradermal injection with BTX-B is an effective treatment for hidradenitis suppurativ...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Grimstad Ø,Kvammen BØ,Swartling C

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tildrakizumab (tildrakizumab-asmn in the USA) [Ilumetri®; Ilumya™] is a humanized monoclonal antibody (mAb) that selectively targets the p19 subunit of interleukin (IL)-23, thereby inhibiting the IL-23/IL-17 axis, the signalling pathway primarily implicated in the immunopathogenesis of psoriasis. Administered subcutan...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Frampton JE

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Seborrheic dermatitis (SD) is characterized by erythematous pruritic patches and plaques with greasy scale that occur in sebaceous areas. It is common, affecting up to 3% of the population. Past treatments have relied on a wide variety of anti-inflammatory and antifungal agents, but corticosteroids have limited use be...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Cook BA,Warshaw EM

更新日期：2009-01-01 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：:Granular parakeratosis (GP) is a rare, idiopathic, and benign skin condition that presents classically as erythematous to brown hyperkeratotic papules that can coalesce into plaques. Axillary GP was initially observed by Northcutt and colleagues and has since been described in various other areas of the body including...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Ding CY,Liu H,Khachemoune A

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The relationship between psoriasis and vitiligo has not been previously confirmed, and we therefore aimed to investigate this association. METHODS:We conducted a search of the MEDLINE and EMBASE electronic databases on 22 January 2018 for case-control, cross-sectional, and cohort studies examining the assoc...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Yen H,Chi CC

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The objective of this article is to provide a brief, but critical, overview of the evidence related to complementary/alternative medicine (CAM) use, and to offer valid and useful information for dermatologists in clinical practice. Systematic literature searches were conducted on these databases: Medline, EMBASE, The ...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Ernst E,Pittler MH,Stevinson C

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The incidence of basal cell carcinoma is rapidly increasing and a number of treatment modalities are available. Treatment of basal cell carcinoma includes both surgical and nonsurgical approaches, some of which are traditional, and others experimental. The treatment modality utilized is dependent on both the tumor typ...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Kuijpers DI,Thissen MR,Neumann MH

更新日期：2002-01-01 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：:Hyperhidrosis is a common and distressing condition involving increased production of sweat. A variety of treatment modalities are used to try to control or reduce sweating. Sweat is secreted by eccrine glands innervated by cholinergic fibers from the sympathetic nervous system. Primary hyperhidrosis most commonly aff...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Connolly M,de Berker D

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cutaneous lichen planus (CLP) is an inflammatory dermatosis. Its chronic relapsing course and frequently spontaneous regression hamper the assessment of treatment effectiveness. OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the efficacy of available treatment modalities for CLP. DATA SOURCES:PubMed, Cochrane Central Register of C...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Atzmony L,Reiter O,Hodak E,Gdalevich M,Mimouni D

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Scalp psoriasis is commonly the initial presentation of psoriasis, and almost 80 % of patients with psoriasis will eventually experience it. OBJECTIVE:Although several systematic reviews and guidelines exist, an up-to-date evidence-based review including more recent progress on the use of biologics and new ...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Wang TS,Tsai TF

更新日期：2017-02-01 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：:Vitamin D plays a key role in skeletal and cardiovascular disorders, cancers, central nervous system diseases, reproductive diseases, infections, and autoimmune and dermatological disorders. The two main sources of vitamin D are sun exposure and oral intake, including vitamin D supplementation and dietary intake. Mult...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Kechichian E,Ezzedine K

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Atopic dermatitis (AD) is an allergic disorder caused by both immunological dysregulation and epidermal barrier defect. Several studies have investigated the association between AD and mental health disorders. Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are a heterogeneous group of neurodevelopmental conditions characte...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Billeci L,Tonacci A,Tartarisco G,Ruta L,Pioggia G,Gangemi S

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Childhood-onset psoriasis affects approximately one-third of the psoriatic population. Among many potential treatments of childhood psoriasis, biological agents are emerging as a valuable option in the management of this disease. In Europe, etanercept has recently been approved for children aged 8 years and over. Data...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Bard S,Torchia D,Schachner LA

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a 47-year-old man with Wilson disease who developed bullous lesions on the trunk and extremities after 20 years of penicillamine treatment. The histologic and immunofluorescence findings were diagnostic of bullous pemphigoid. When penicillamine was replaced by zinc sulfate, the patient's bullous skin lesions...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Popadic S,Skiljevic D,Medenica L

更新日期：2009-01-01 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：: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：:We report a typical case of hematidrosis in a Chinese girl who had experienced frequent bleeding episodes for more than 3 years. During hospitalization, spontaneous bleeding from her intact skin was witnessed by our staff on more than 20 occasions. Characteristically, bloody droplets from the intact skin contained all...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Wang Z,Yu Z,Su J,Cao L,Zhao X,Bai X,Zhan S,Wu T,Jin L,Zhou P,Ruan C

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Long-term corticosteroid treatment is the most common secondary cause of bone loss. Patients treated with long-term corticosteroid therapy may develop osteopenia or osteoporosis, and many have fractures. It is difficult to predict which corticosteroid-treated patients will develop significant skeletal complications be...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Clarke BL

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Erythema nodosum (EN) is the most common form of panniculitis. It is characterized by erythematous, raised, tender nodules that usually occur bilaterally on the extensor surfaces of the lower extremities. EN is associated with many underlying conditions including infection, sarcoidosis, malignancy, and pregnancy. Its ...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Acosta KA,Haver MC,Kelly B

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Peroxisome proliferator-activated receptors (PPARs) are members of the nuclear receptor superfamily that regulate lipid, glucose, and amino acid metabolism. More recently, PPARs and corresponding ligands have been shown in skin and other organs to regulate important cellular functions, including cell proliferation and...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： Sertznig P,Seifert M,Tilgen W,Reichrath J

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In women, acne can be successfully treated with oral contraceptives. This article focuses on the results of clinical studies on the treatment of acne with oral contraceptives. From the literature, 12 such studies could be traced over the last 10 years. Most of the studies were multicenter, randomized, and double blind...

journal_title：American journal of clinical dermatology

authors： van Vloten WA,Sigurdsson V

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00