Derm Topics

Skin Lesion – Friday Pop Quiz 01/08
Granular cell tumors Histologically, this lesion shows plump, polygonal cells arranged in nests and fascicles with granular cytoplasm. Which immunohistochemical stain would be positive? A. CD31 B. Synaptophysin C. Factor XIIIa D. S-100 E. CD34 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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Patient Buzz Series: COVID-19 Fallout
COVID-19 vaccine and fillersThis month’s Patient Buzz includes news about dermatologic concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Are stress-related body acne and hair loss on the rise? What is the science behind stress and the skin? Are dermal filler patients at risk of side effects from the COVID-19 vaccine? Review this list of dermatology articles and be ready for your patients’ questions: Allure: Laser …
COVID-19 vaccine and fillers
Alopecia in Skin of Color: Alternative Therapies
Alopecia in Skin of ColorManagement of alopecia in skin of color is challenging due to a paucity of research into its pathophysiology coupled with a poor understanding of the basic hair care practices in this patient population. For the patient, it is often associated with severe emotional distress. Unfortunately, many forms of hair loss are refractory to standard therapies. At the 2020 Skin of Color Virtual Update, Dr …
Alopecia in Skin of Color
Botanical Medicine in Dermatology: Safety, Availability, and Evidence
botanical medicine in dermatologyThe history of botanical medicine dates back to hundreds of thousands of years ago. The many beneficial properties of plants have recently been incorporated into pharmaceuticals. Reviewing the pathophysiology of certain skin diseases such as acne, we can understand how herbal medicine may be a beneficial adjunctive treatment. Specifically, pomegranate juice has the potential to attenuate oxidative …
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Treating Alopecia in Skin of Color Patients: How to Arrest Loss and Promote Regrowth
alopecia in socCan you improve your culturally-competent hair loss consultation? Would you like to grow your toolbox for comprehensive alopecia treatment? If so, you are in the right place! Hair loss is a frequent concern for patients visiting the dermatologist, especially in patients with pigmented skin types. Kinky or coiled hair has an innate fragility that makes African Americans especially prone to hair …
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