Hyperkeratotic Plaques in the Axilla
A 50-year-old woman presents for evaluation of an intensely pruritic rash in her armpits that she first noted 2 months earlier.
Dermatology
Violaceous Flat-Topped Papules and Plaques
A 39-year-old African American man presents with a 5-month history of a pruritic rash on his back that appear to be growing and spreading.
Small, Asymptomatic Nodules on the Trunk
Case 1 A 16-year-old girl presents with a collection of bluish-gray and brown papules on her trunk; the lesions are about the size of a pin-head or match-head. She states that she first noticed these lesions several years ago. The lesions are neither pruritic nor painful, but she is bothered by their appearance. She states…
Derm Dx: A Bothersome Lesion of the Buccal Mucosa
A 76-year-old woman presents for evaluation of a bothersome lesion of the left buccal mucosa that has been present for approximately 2 weeks.
Acne Relapses Linked to Lower Quality of Life, Productivity
Relapse reported to be a significant determinant of productivity loss and absenteeism.
Derm Dx: Erythematous, Scaling Plaques and Pitting of the Nails
A 52-year-old man presents with psoriasis of longstanding duration as well as erythematous, scaling plaques and pitting of all nails.
Derm Dx: Can You Diagnose This Patient’s Rash?
A 46-year-old man presents with a rash on his back and chest following a trip to the Dominican Republic where he spent ample time outdoors.
Guidelines Developed for Managing Severe Atopic Dermatitis
Management is generally in a stepwise manner, including moisturizers and avoiding triggers.
Melanoma Survival Varies Among US States
Worse survival in states with more physicians; higher death rates in states with lower incidence.
Derm Dx: Swollen Lesion on the Lower Lip
A 63-year-old man presents with a swollen, tender lesion on his lower lip that has been present for 5 days.
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