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Management of Hailey-Hailey Disease With Ruxolitinib 1.5% Cream
Introduction Benign Familial Pemphigus (Hailey-Hailey Disease [HHD]) is caused by a mutation within ATP2C1, the gene encoding the calcium pump of golgi apparatuses, impacting keratinocytes' ability to adhere to each other, resulting in acantholysis.1 Clinical presentation of HHD encompasses blisters that become erythematous plaques and fissures within flexural areas on a relapsing basis …
JDD Buzz Series | The Role of Diet in Hidradenitis Suppurativa
diet and hidradenitis suppurativaPatients with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) are commonly told to eat healthy to improve their disease severity. However, with so many dietary options in this day and age, what does an HS-friendly diet even look like? An article in the November Journal of Drugs in Dermatology shares research analyzing several diets and their impact on HS disease severity, as well as the impact of vitamin and minera …
diet and hidradenitis suppurativa
JDD Buzz Series | Dermatologic Hazards of Nail Products
nail productsConcerns over nail salon safety typically focus on the dangers of UV lights or risks of a salon-acquired infection. A brief communication published in the October Journal of Drugs in Dermatology expands the thinking on the dermatologic hazards of nail products, both those used in the salon and at home. From unexpected nail changes to allergic reactions, the authors state that dermatologists should …
nail products
Pincer Nail Deformity in an African American Patient Corrected by Fractionated Carbon Dioxide Laser
Pincer Nail DeformityIntroduction Pincer nail deformity is a painful nail condition characterized by excessive transverse curvature of the nail plate that pinches the surrounding tissue.1 This condition primarily involves the toenail of the hallux and is more frequently observed in older individuals.1 Management of a pincer nail typically involves nail braces or surgical removal.1 These managements usually fall sh …
Pincer Nail Deformity
JDD Buzz Series | Trichologic Evaluations at Head Spas
Trichologic Evaluations at Head SpasA new type of spa is popping up in major U.S. cities. Head spas provide a mix of spa treatments for the scalp and hair as well as potentially therapeutic treatments for dermatologic conditions that affect the scalp. Some head spas offer consultation with a trichology professional, which may include trichoscopic imaging. Dermatologists say patients are now bringing their trichoscopic images take …
Trichologic Evaluations at Head Spas