Onchocerciasis: clinical presentation and host parasite interactions in patients of southern Sudan.

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：:With more than 3 years' follow-up, dramatic clinical transfiguration of granuloma annulare was observed in a 59-year-old man with perforating granuloma annulare. The eruption was at first localized, then became generalized, developed perforations, and subsided in parallel with the improvement of associated diabetes me...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Shimizu H,Harada T,Baba E,Kuramochi M

更新日期：1985-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cutaneous calcium deposition can occur in long-term inflammation. The deposition of calcium in long-standing acne may produce either small pigmented nodules or no visible lesions. The former type is or no visible lesions. The former type is much less common, with the nodules containing particulate spheres of mineral w...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Basler RS,Watters JH,Taylor WB

更新日期：1977-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Nadifloxacin is a fluoroquinolone with broad-spectrum antibacterial activity. Although it is used as an acne treatment in some European countries, it has not been used to treat Korean acne patients. We aimed to evaluate the clinical efficacy and safety of 1% nadifloxacin cream and the histological changes it...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Jung JY,Kwon HH,Yeom KB,Yoon MY,Suh DH

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Millions of people are infested by head lice every year. However, louse transfer between hosts is not well-understood. Our goals were to determine: (1) which stages were most likely to disperse and why, (2) the likelihood of fomites transmission, and (3) if host blood gender affects louse development. METHO...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Takano-Lee M,Edman JD,Mullens BA,Clark JM

更新日期：2005-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The causes of death of 50 patients who had had lichen planus have been investigated and compared with those of 50 patients with psoriasis and with those of the general population. Patients with lichen planus were as old as those with psoriasis and in the general population at the time of death, but the diseases causin...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Anonide A,Rebora A

更新日期：1989-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Bullous skin diseases are known to be associated with significant morbidity and mortality. There have been no studies on mortality from severe bullous skin diseases in Canada. METHODS:We used mortality data from the Statistics Canada website from 2000 to 2007 for three major bullous skin diseases: bullous p...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Baibergenova AT,Weinstock MA,Shear NH

更新日期：2012-11-01 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：BACKGROUND:Sporotrichosis is a chronic granulomatous infection caused by Sporothrichum schenckii. The disease has worldwide distribution. Majority of cases from India are reported from North-eastern states. METHODS:The demographic, clinico-investigative profile and therapeutic results of nine patients with cutaneous s...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Agarwal S,Gopal K,Umesh,Kumar B

更新日期：2008-04-01 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：:Allergic reactions to insulin, although very common, are usually mild and self-limited. Many persistent effects can be corrected by simple means available to the discerning physician. In a few patients, however, they are severe and cause extreme morbidity or even mortality. These patients need to be recognized promptl...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Jegasothy BV

更新日期：1980-04-01 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:Acral lentiginous melanoma (ALM) is a clinicopathologic subtype of cutaneous malignant melanoma. ALM is the most common type of melanoma amongst Asians, Africans, and patients with mixed ancestry. In Brazil, ALM comprises 10% of cutaneous melanoma. ALM develops on palmar, plantar, and subungual skin, and its...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Hsieh R,Firmiano A,Sotto MN

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Community-associated methicillin-resistant Staphylococci aureus (CA-MRSA) pediatric skin infections have been reported worldwide. However, little is known about pathogens' implications in Egyptian children, and beta-lactams are still the empiric antimicrobials prescribed. This warrants Egyptian studies on an...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Abdel Fattah NS,Darwish YW

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The porphyrias are diverse in pathophysiology, clinical presentation, severity, and prognosis, presenting a diagnostic and therapeutic challenge. Although not easily curable, the dermatological manifestations of these diseases, photosensitivity and associated cutaneous pathology, can be effectively prevented and manag...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Tintle S,Alikhan A,Horner ME,Hand JL,Davis DM

更新日期：2014-01-01 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:Lichen planus (LP) is a chronic inflammatory disease that has been shown to be positively associated with dyslipidemia. However, the magnitude and types of the underlying lipid abnormalities have not been investigated. This study aims to conduct a systematic review and meta-analysis to investigate the qualit...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Lai YC,Yew YW,Schwartz RA

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In July 2008, the German statutory health insurance introduced a nationwide skin cancer screening program. Before the introduction, eligible physicians had to qualify to perform the screening test and counsel their patients on skin cancer screening. To educate physicians, a curriculum and training materials ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Anders MP,Fengler S,Volkmer B,Greinert R,Breitbart EW

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Skin cancers are the most common malignancies and, historically, ionizing radiation has played an important role in their treatment. However, less experienced dermatologists generally consider radiation last in the line of therapeutic options. The authors sought to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of office-based...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Hernández-Machin B,Borrego L,Gil-García M,Hernández BH

更新日期：2007-05-01 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：:Based on a study of 400 patients (272 patients with herpes zoster and 128 with postzoster neuralgia), the subcutaneous injection of triamcinolone in saline is concluded to be a safe and effective measure for reducing pain. The acute eruption and symptoms of herpes zoster cleared in an average of less than four days. P...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Epstein E

更新日期：1981-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 70-year-old man developed herpes zoster over the right L5-S2 region for 3 days and was admitted for acyclovir therapy. He had a medical history of rectal cancer status post-colostomy and end-stage renal disease undergoing thrice weekly hemodialysis. Without a prior loading dose, acyclovir 500 mg (7.7 mg/kg) daily wa...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Yang HH,Hsiao YP,Shih HC,Yang JH

更新日期：2007-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Diaper dermatitis is a common condition that often prompts parents to seek medical attention. Irritant diaper dermatitis is by far the most common cause, but numerous potentially serious diseases can present with changes of the skin in the diaper area. The differential diagnosis can include psoriasis, metabolic disord...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Van Gysel D

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Selective depletion of CD4+ T lymphocytes is common in both primary and secondary immunodeficiencies. Idiopathic CD4+ T lymphocytopenia (ICL) cases are defined as a persistent CD4+ T lymphocyte count of less than 300x10(6) cells/L and/or less than 20% of the total T-cell count. METHOD:A 40-year-old woman, w...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Manchado Lopez P,Ruiz de Morales JM,Ruiz González I,Rodriguez Prieto MA

更新日期：1999-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Head lice are transmitted by head to head contact. Optimal therapy includes malathion lotion 0.5% repeated in one week left on for 30 minutes to 8 hours. Spinosad topical suspension 0.9% repeated in one week left on for 10 minutes is another option. Scabies is transmitted mainly by direct contact but also via heavily ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Shmidt E,Levitt J

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In vitiligo, other than loss of melanocytes and melanin pigment in the lesional skin, keratinocytes are also involved. Human fetal Merkel cells are now generally considered to be derived from the epidermis. To date, no observations on Merkel cells in lesional skin of active vitiligo have been reported. METH...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Bose SK

更新日期：1994-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Demodecidosis is an ectoparasitosis that is infrequently observed in subjects with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection. It has a rosacea-like presentation. We present three cases in patients with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Two of these patients had a profuse eruption, and all three cases were ...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Clyti E,Nacher M,Sainte-Marie D,Pradinaud R,Couppie P

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hand dermatitis is an acute or chronic inflammation of the skin of the hands from a multifactorial cause which may be endogenous, exogenous, or a combination of both. With a wide range in severity and recurrent periods of flares, it has significant impact on the quality of life of its sufferers. A history of...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Otrofanowei E,Ayanlowo OO,Akinkugbe A,Oresanya FA

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Papulopustular lesions (PPL), the commonest presentation of skin lesions in Behcet's disease (BD) are cutaneous, sterile folliculitis or acne-like lesions on erythematous base. Our purpose was to determine the true frequency and anatomic location of the PPL and compare this with controls. We also sought to d...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Alpsoy E,Aktekin M,Er H,Durusoy C,Yilmaz E

更新日期：1998-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a common inflammatory skin disease resulting from the interplay between environmental, immunological and genetic factors. In our study, we investigated the role of three single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) at 5'-UTR of DEFB1 gene, encoding for the human beta defensin-1, on the su...

journal_title：International journal of dermatology

authors： Segat L,Guimarães RL,Brandão LA,Rocha CR,Zanin V,Trevisiol C,de Lima Filho JL,Crovella S

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00