Severe Ulcerative Perniosis Treated With Botulinum Toxin
Perniosis (also known as pernio or chilblains), is a condition characterized by the development of pruritic, painful erythrocyanotic skin lesions induced by exposure to cold temperatures.² When perniosis occurs in conjunction with clinical or laboratory features of systemic lupus erythematosus, the condition is further classified as chilblain lupus erythematosus (CHLE). CHLE is a rare condition w …
Perniosis (also known as pernio or chilblains), is a condition characterized by the development of pruritic, painful erythrocyanotic skin lesions induced by exposure to cold temperatures.² When perniosis occurs in conjunction with clinical or laboratory features of systemic lupus erythematosus, the condition is further classified as chilblain lupus erythematosus (CHLE). CHLE is a rare condition w … Continue reading "Severe Ulcerative Perniosis Treated With Botulinum Toxin"
A 23-year-old female presents with itchy and irritated rash in the image. The rash began in her late teens. She has a family history of similar rash in her mother. Which histocompatibility antigen is most likely in this patient?
A. HLA-Cw2
B. HLA-Cw6
C. HLA-B51
D. HLA-B27
E. HLA-Bw35
To find out the correct answer and read the explanation, click here.
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During the 2021 Skin of Color Update virtual conference, Dr. Maritza Perez opened her lecture by sharing her goal: to assess what is known about skin cancer and photoprotection in people of color. Dr. Perez is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, who commissioned a workforce to look into this subject.
What is known about the epidemiology of keratinocyte carcinomas in people of color? … 
Which antibiotic is best to treat this condition caused by Bartonella hensalae?
A. Erythromycin
B. Ceftriaxone
C. Clindamycin
D. Trimethoprim/sulfamethoxasole
E. Fluconazole
To find out the correct answer and read the explanation, click here.
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This month’s Patient Buzz includes articles about the latest trendy ingredients in skincare products, and some of them come from the pantry. Does science support claims that turmeric can improve sun-damaged skin and conditions such as acne, eczema or psoriasis? Can licorice root extract serve as a gentler way to lighten the skin?
Be prepared for your patients’ questions by perusing this lis …