Gene Mutations – Friday Pop Quiz 8/28
Mutations in which gene would likely be found in the neoplastic cells of this lesion?
A. PATCH
B. p53
C. Fumarate hydratase
D. CREBBP
E. p63
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Mutations in which gene would likely be found in the neoplastic cells of this lesion?
A. PATCH
B. p53
C. Fumarate hydratase
D. CREBBP
E. p63
To find out the correct answer and read the explanation, click here.
Brought to you by our brand partner Derm In-Review. A product of SanovaWorks.
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INTRODUCTION
Cutaneous side effects are relatively common in chemotherapy but vary in frequency and severity depending on the medication, dose, duration, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics. Gemcitabine, a pyrimidine nucleoside analogue, is a common oncologic agent used in the treatment of a variety of malignancies such as cancers of the head and neck, lung cancer, breast cancer, pancreatic … 
Which extracutaneous organ is typically associated with this subtype of sarcoidosis?
A. Heart
B. Lungs
C. Kidneys
D. Eyes
E. Liver
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Tomorrow when we arrive into clinic (or this afternoon if you are reading this during your lunch break), we will invariably be greeted with patients who struggle with one of the most common diseases we treat – acne. More than likely, we will reach for topical retinoids, topical antibiotics, and the occasional systemic antibiotic. Evidence supports the short-term use of systemic antibiotics t …