Dermal Mass – 10/25
Biopsy of this lesion reveals a poorly-defined dermal mass of small blue monomorphic round cells with scant cytoplasm and nuclear molding. Which histologic stain is most helpful in distinguishing this lesion from small cell lung carcinoma?
A. CK20
B. TTF-1
C. Chromogranin
D. Synaptophysin
E. Somatostatin
To find out the correct answer and read the explanation, click here.
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Biopsy of this lesion reveals a poorly-defined dermal mass of small blue monomorphic round cells with scant cytoplasm and nuclear molding. Which histologic stain is most helpful in distinguishing this lesion from small cell lung carcinoma?
A. CK20
B. TTF-1
C. Chromogranin
D. Synaptophysin
E. Somatostatin
To find out the correct answer and read the explanation, click here.
Brou … 
HuffPost recently published an article on collagen banking, which included some debate among dermatologists for and against prejuvenation. Should dermatologists perform cosmetic procedures on younger patients as a way of staving off the signs of aging?
For an expert opinion, I consulted Maritza Perez, MD, clinical professor of dermatology at Mt. Sinai Icahn School of Medicine and professor a … 
Skin color comes in all shades. Similarly, dermatologists should reflect the diversity that is apparent in our patients. However, in the US, African-Americans make up 12.8% of the population while there are only 3% of Black dermatologists.1 Addressing this gap is beneficial because studies have shown race-concordant visits are longer and have higher levels of patient satisfaction and patient engag … 
Match the photo to the plant identified:
A. Poison ivy
B. Gingko
C. Poison oak
D. Mango leaves
E. Poison sumac
To find out the correct answer and read the explanation, click here.
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In this month’s installment of our Therapeutic Cheat Sheet series, we explore a new topical approach to rosacea: ivermectin 1% topical cream (Soolantra). This topical cream is a useful tool for combating rosacea in a multimechanistic way.
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Further Reading
Efficacy and Safety of Ivermectin 1% Cream in Treatment of Papulopustular Rosacea: Results …