Derm DX

DermDx: Disfigured Fingernails

A 45-year-old man presents to the dermatology clinic requesting treatment for disfigured fingernails. What is the most likely diagnosis?

DermDx: Papule on Neck

A 58-year-old woman is requesting removal of a lesion on her neck. The patient notes that the growth has been present for approximately 1 year. Can you make the diagnosis?

DermDx: Raised Scab on Scalp

An 81-year-old woman was referred for evaluation of a growth on her scalp. On physical examination, a crusted papule on a base of dried blood is noted. What is the most likely diagnosis?

DermDx: Suspicious Lesion on Cheek

A 67-year-old man presents to the dermatology clinic requesting removal of a growth on his right cheek. The lesion was first noted by the patient several months ago and has slowly increased in size. Can you make the diagnosis?

DermDx: Firm Nodule Near Anus

A 38-year-old man is referred for evaluation and treatment of a painful lesion on his backside that he first noted over 1 year ago. The site had been twice drained by his family doctor but recurred shortly after each procedure. Can you make the diagnosis?

DermDx: Painful Bumps on Sole of Foot

A 28-year-old man requests a consultation for bothersome lesions on the sole of his left foot. The condition first began in the center of the foot as a hard bump with new bumps arising on both sides of the original lesion. Can you make the diagnosis?

DermDx: Painless Deformity of a Fingernail

A 51-year-old woman is seeking treatment for distortion of a fingernail that was first noted several months ago. The condition is asymptomatic. Can you make the diagnosis?

DermDx: Extremely Itchy Rash

A 31-year-old woman of Middle Eastern descent is referred for evaluation of a rash affecting her upper back and lower legs, which she describes as incessant and severe. Can you make a diagnosis?