Generalized Eruption – Friday Pop Quiz – 5/3
Psoriasis What is the most likely diagnosis in this 16 year old patient who developed this generalized eruption 2 weeks after onset of sore throat due to strep infection? A. Psoriasis B. Pityriasis rosea C. Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma D. Contact dermatitis E. Lichen planus To find out the correct answer and read the explanation, click here. Brought to you by our Brand Partner …
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Friday Pop Quiz #18 – 5/3
Answer: A. Psoriasis Although the exact mechanism is not understood, there is a well-known correlation between a history of upper respiratory infection secondary to group A beta-hemolytic streptococci and the subsequent development of guttate psoriasis. The eruption may resolve spontaneously or with treatment (topical steroids or ultraviolet therapy). A portion of these patients eventually deve …
Journal Review Series: April-June 2018
Journal Review SeriesDerm In-Review Advisory Council Member, Dr. Ramya Kollipara, searched dermatology journals so that you don’t have to! She reports on important take-aways from different medical journals for the months of April, May, and June of 2018.  Find study tools and more like this at Derm In-Review. It is key to keep in mind that “important” is subjective and what is contained in this review is one …
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JDD April Issue Highlights and Editor Picks
JDDBelow are the issue highlights and Editor Picks for the April issue of JDD! Observational Study of Clindamycin Phosphate and Tretinoin Gel for the Treatment of Acne shows improvement in both facial acne and quality of life. The addition of Apremilast to topical therapy significantly improves moderate plaque plaque-type psoriasis in Use of Apremilast in Patients Who Are Dissatisfied With Stab …
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JDD March Issue Highlights and Editor Picks
JDD March issueBelow are the issue highlights and Editor Picks for the March issue of JDD! Recent evidence highlights the importance of early and effective treatment in treatment and prevention of acne scars in The Role of Topical Retinoids in Prevention and Treatment of Atrophic Acne Scarring: Understanding the Importance of Early Effective Treatment. Efficacy of a Once-Daily Fixed Combination Halobe …
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