Derm Dx: Circular, Ecchymotic Lesions on the Back
An incidental finding during an examination for acne reveals circular, ecchymotic lesions on the back of an adolescent.
Dermatology
Two-Thirds of Sunscreens Fail Safety Tests
More than 60% of products do not provide adequate sun protection, contain potentially harmful chemicals.
Lower Body Mass Index in Teens Negatively Associated With Acne
Investigators sought to determine a link between body mass index and acne in this study of youths who reported for obligatory military duty between 2002 and 2015.
Higher Risk for Mental Disorders Seen in Patients With Psoriasis
Time to onset found to be 2 to 3 months for anxiety disorders and other conditions.
Derm Dx: Furrows and Thickened Skin on the Posterior Neck
During an examination for ankle swelling and redness, an incidental finding of well-demarcated furrows and thickened skin on the posterior neck is noted.
Apremilast Effective for Patients Dissatisfied With Topical Corticosteroids
Addition of apremilast to a regimen of topical corticosteroids was safe and effective in patients with moderate plaque-type psoriasis.
Psoriasis Symptoms, Quality of Life Tied to Disease Severity
Findings show alignment of patient-reported symptoms, clinician assessment tools.
Cutis Rhomboidalis
A 78-year-old man presented with thickened, heavily lined skin on his posterior neck that had been present for an indeterminate period of time.
Derm Dx: Asymptomatic Filiform Plaque on the Scalp
A man presents with an asymptomatic, flesh-colored growth on his scalp.
Multiple Erythematous, Scaly Plaques
Case 1 A 38-year-old man presents to the clinic complaining of numerous pruritic lesions on his right lower extremity. He claims that all of the lesions appeared within the past 3 months. He denies similar occurrence and reports no history of skin conditions, although he states that his mother often breaks out in a “rash”…
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