Grover disease: review of subtypes with a focus on management options.

abstract：BACKGROUND:In recent years, an unusual biologic behavior of Merkel cell tumor (MCT) has been noted. In some patients, the tumor was indolent and well controlled by therapy, while in others it was lethal in a few months. Even though the majority of the reported cases are between these two biologic extremes, it seems evi...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Micali G,Ferraú F,Innocenzi D

更新日期：1993-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pruritus is a common subjective symptom of psoriasis whose levels may be affected by a range of variables. The objective of this study was to evaluate the frequency of pruritus and its associations with clinical and psychological characteristics of psoriasis patients. MATERIALS AND METHODS:One-hundred and s...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Janowski K,Steuden S,Bogaczewicz J

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Eight patients with senile erythroderma with serum hyper IgE were studied. Characteristic laboratory findings were persistently elevated IgE levels, high peripheral-blood eosinophils, and high lactic dehydrogenase (LDH). Immunologic analysis using immunoglobulin antibodies showed frozen sections of inguinal lymph node...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Asai T,Horiuchi Y

更新日期：1989-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We performed a prospective study to evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of cytologic examination in basal cell carcinomas (BCCs) and squamous cell carcinomas (SCCs), in order to assess its clinical value. Study design Samples were taken by the "scraping" technique which involves scraping with a scalpel blade dir...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Vega-Memije E,De Larios NM,Waxtein LM,Dominguez-Soto L

更新日期：2000-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fifty patients (42 men, 8 women) with seborrheic dermatitis were included in the trial. Ketoconazole 2% emulsion or the same emulsion without active drug was applied b.i.d. for 4 weeks. Two patients dropped out in the ketoconazole group and nine in the placebo group. Pityrosporum ovale was cultured from all patients a...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Piérard GE,Piérard-Franchimont C,Van Cutsem J,Rurangirwa A,Hoppenbrouwers ML,Schrooten P

更新日期：1991-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Ducatalon is a bipyridylium herbicide containing a mixture of diquat and paraquat, and is used in agriculture. Adverse reactions due to contact of this compound with the skin have rarely been described. CASE REPORTS:Two men were seen for severe pain due to extensive chemical burns in the perineal and scrota...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Ronnen M,Klin B,Suster S

更新日期：1995-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The epidemiology of scabies for the last twelve years has been studied in Turkey. Information was obtained from three regions (Istanbul, Ankara and Erzurum) having different climates. There has been an increase in scabies in the years following 1969 in Ankara and Erzurum and from 1967 on in Istanbul. It reached its ma...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Tüzün Y,Kotoğyan A,Cenesizoğlu E,Baransü O,Ozarmağan G,Ural A,Cilara A,Gürler A,Tat AL

更新日期：1980-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pregnancy causes some physiological skin changes, such as hyperpigmentation and striae gravidarum. Thickening of scalp hair and a prolonged anagen phase are also known to occur during pregnancy. However, a limited number of studies have been conducted on the effect of pregnancy on the nails. We aimed to investigate th...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Altan Ferhatoğlu Z,Göktay F,Yaşar Ş,Aytekin S

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Vitiligo is a common disorder whose exact cause is unknown, but genetic factors are thought to be involved. We analyzed 120 Korean proband families to clarify which genetic factors are involved in the pathogenesis of vitiligo in Korean patients. METHODS:The genetics of vitiligo were analyzed in 120 Korean p...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Kim SM,Chung HS,Hann SK

更新日期：1998-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Epidermoid cysts (EC) can occur anywhere in the body. In the head and neck region, they more often present in the midline between the submental region and the supra sternal notch. EC in the oral cavity are extremely rare and present as benign, slow growing lesions. METHODS:Records from College of Dental Sur...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Ravindranath AP,Ramalingam K,Natesan A,Ramani P,Premkumar P,Thiruvengadam C

更新日期：2009-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 60-year-old man presented to the Emergency Department (ED) with large, painful, indurated plaques on the right thigh, left abdomen, left chest, and right chest, which began without any preceding trauma on the right thigh 3 weeks prior to presentation in the ED. He was initially treated with cefazolin 1 g three times...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Korver G,Liu C,Petersen M

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chronic arsenic exposure can lead to palmoplantar keratosis. In the stratum corneum of skin, linoleic acid is of the utmost importance to the inflammation, keratinization, and regeneration processes. OBJECTIVES:The aims of this study were: (i) to present quantitative information on the linoleic acid fractio...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Ahmed TS,Misbahuddin M

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Alopecia areata (AA) is a non-scarring, autoimmune, inflammatory hair loss disease. Zinc is a trace element involved in important functional activities of hair follicles. PURPOSE:To evaluate serum zinc levels in patients with newly diagnosed and resistant lesions of AA in comparison to age- and sex-matched ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Abdel Fattah NS,Atef MM,Al-Qaradaghi SM

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Sunbathing on the beach is one of the main risks for skin cancer. OBJECTIVE:In the summer of 2010, a skin cancer prevention campaign aimed at beachgoers was undertaken on the western Costa del Sol (southern Spain). METHODS:The campaign took place on beaches during July and August. A multicomponent interven...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： de Troya-Martín M,Delgado-Sánchez N,Blázquez-Sánchez N,Ortega-Tudela G,Toribio-Montero JC,Jabalera-Mesa ML,Ríos-Almellones I,Rivas-Ruiz F

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The reported efficacy and safety of some biologic agents for psoriasis vary between Caucasians and Asians. Few reports of etanercept exist in psoriasis patients within the Asia-Pacific region. OBJECTIVES:The study aims to report our clinical experience of etanercept in the treatment of patients with moderat...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Chiu HY,Wang TS,Cho YT,Tsai TF

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Onchocerciasis, an infection by the filarial nematode Onchoverca volvulus, is widely distributed in tropical Africa and of great dermatologic interest. This study analyses the dermatologic presentation and tries to determine the correlations between clinical disease and host parasite interactions in onchocer...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Stingl P

更新日期：1997-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Perforating granuloma annulare (PGA) is considered an histologic subtype of granuloma annulare (GA) and it is described as a very rare disease, usually of children, affecting the dorsum of the hands. Mechanisms leading to perforation are unknown. Our experience suggested a different clinical presentation, so...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Penas PF,Jones-Caballero M,Fraga J,Sánchez-Pérez J,García-Díez A

更新日期：1997-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We present two cases of Eosinophilic pustular folliclulitis (EPF) who were successfully treated with topical tacrolimus. Indomethacin is the most frequently used agent for the treatment of EPF, however, tacrolimus ointment may become the treatment of choice for patients with EPF. ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Kawaguchi M,Mitsuhashi Y,Kondo S

更新日期：2004-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study sought to gain a better understanding of the patient population in Kampala and was further designed to elucidate barriers that may delay individuals from receiving proper dermatologic care. METHODS:The study took place at the dermatovenereology clinic of a tertiary care hospital in Kampala. New a...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Song ES,Musinguzi P,Dieckhaus KD

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:With the advent of various new methods of treating psoriasis, it is necessary to remind physicians to consider an agent that is easy to administer, locally effective, relatively inexpensive, not time-consuming and without systemic toxic effects. Nineteen patients were treated with topical nitrogen mustard between 1972...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Handler RM,Medansky RS

更新日期：1979-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dextranomer, a high molecular weight dextran derivative, was evaluated in 43 patients, and found to be the treatment of choice for decubitus ulcers. It is useful in most leg ulcers and cutaneous wounds, and can aid in the nursing care of terminal patients with gangrene or uclerating carcinoma. Dextranomer hastens the ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Parish LC,Witkowski JA

更新日期：1979-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Relapsing polychondritis is an autoimmune multisystemic disease with primary chondral involvement. Its high mortality and morbidity make it a real clinical challenge. CASE DESCRIPTION:A 32-year-old woman with a history of relapsing polychondritis, refractory to multiple treatments, with multisystem compromi...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Cuestas D,Peñaranda E,Mora S,Cortes C,Galvis I,Patiño M,Velasquez O

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Challenge: Clinical and research responsibilities often leave little or no time to plan thoughtful teaching encounters with trainees. This "Teaching & Learning Tips" series is designed to be an accessible guide for dermatologists who want to improve their teaching skills. It is comprised of 12 articles about how to en...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Rana J,Burgin S

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Human T-cell lymphotropic virus type 1 (HTLV-1) is the etiologic agent of adult T-cell leukemia/lymphoma (ATLL), HTLV-1-associated myelopathy/tropical spastic paraparesis (HAM/TSP), infective dermatitis associated with HTLV-1 (IDH), and various other clinical conditions. Several of these diseases can occur i...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Okajima R,Casseb J,Sanches JA

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pemphigus vegetans, a variant of pemphigus vulgaris, constitutes a rare form of all pemphigus cases, and oral involvement is common. Two clinical subtypes of pemphigus vegetans exist, characterized initially by flaccid bullae and erosions (Neumann) or pustules (Hallopeau). Both subtypes subsequently develop ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Markopoulos AK,Antoniades DZ,Zaraboukas T

更新日期：2006-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dermatology has a very distinctive lexicon. The term pityriasis refers to several dermatologic conditions which all feature scaling of the skin. According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, the term pityriasis was first used in print in 1684. Although the diseases beginning with the name pityriasis are of diverse caus...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Chin LD,Parvinnejad N,Haber RM

更新日期：2020-08-11 00:00:00

abstract：:The present work compared the clinical efficacy of topically applied 1 alpha,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3 (1 alpha,25-(OH)2D3) in 16 cases with psoriasis vulgaris, 5 with ichthyosis vulgaris and 8 with X-linked ichthyosis. Sixty-nine percent of the psoriatic cases responded to 1 alpha,25-(OH)2D3 therapy, whereas no ichthyot...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Okano M

更新日期：1991-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Postherpetic neuralgia, a common sequele to herpes zoster infection, is a chronic debilitating problem. The available therapeutic modalities are usually ineffective. METHODS:A total of 3960 patients (1326 women and 2634 men; age group, 21-84 years), with postherpetic neuralgia as the presenting complaint an...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Bhargava R,Bhargava S,Haldia KN,Bhargava P

更新日期：1998-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Targeted therapies and immunotherapies are increasingly prescribed, but classic chemotherapy agents are still highly used in cancer treatment. Both therapies, the old and the new, are associated with cutaneous adverse events (CAEs) that can cause treatment interruptions or reduce the quality of life of patie...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Suh HJ,Flórez Á,Sacristán V,Rodríguez Martinez Á,Fernández F,Vilanova-Trillo L,Constenla M,Pereiro M

更新日期：2021-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Anthrax is a potentially fatal zoonotic disease. The diagnosis of cutaneous anthrax (CA) may be very difficult, particularly in atypical presentations and nonendemic regions. AIM:To evaluate the clinical features and diagnostic difficulties of 23 anthrax cases seen between May 2004 and September 2006. METH...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Ozcan H,Kayabas U,Bayindir Y,Bayraktar MR,Ay S

更新日期：2008-10-01 00:00:00