Recalcitrant Dyshidrotic Eczema Treated With Dupilumab
eczemaThe following two cases presented by JDD authors Ryan A. Gall MD, John D. Peters MD, and Alyson J. Brinker MD add to the growing literature supporting the use of dupilumab in the treatment of patients with recalcitrant dyshidrotic eczema, both with and without diagnosed contact allergens. Introduction Dyshidrotic eczema, also known as dyshidrosis or pompholyx when involving larger bullae, is a c …
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ANSWER: REED Syndrome Test Question
The correct answer is D. Renal  Correct Answer Explanation This photo depicts leiomyomas. They are smooth muscle tumors that present with tan to skin-colored papules/nodules. They may be agminated or arranged in a parallel array. Leiomyomas occur in familial multiple cutaneous Leiomyomatosis (Reed Syndrome). It is an autosomal dominant condition due to a defect in fumarate hydratase. It pre …
Terbinafine Therapeutic Cheat Sheet
terbinafineDermatophyte infections are estimated to affect about 25% of the world’s population, representing some of the most common infections in the world. Conditions such as onychomycosis and tinea capitis may significantly impact quality of life by way of their symptoms or appearance, making adequate treatment important. Oral and topical formulations of terbinafine are commonly used on- and off-label f …
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Hyperhidrosis: Available Treatments and New Innovations
HyperhidrosisWhat is Hyperhidrosis (HH)? Primary HH is defined as excessive, bilateral, and generally symmetrical sweating at abnormal levels unprompted by activity or environment. Hyperhidrosis is characterized by abnormal sweating beyond what is needed for thermoregulation. It is not a normal physiologic response. Nearly 15 million people in the United States suffer from hyperhidrosis and half of thos …
Hyperhidrosis
Dupilumab Therapeutic Cheat Sheet
DupilumabAtopic dermatitis (AD) is a common skin condition characterized by pruritus and occurs as a result of factors related to impaired skin barrier and immune response, as well as environmental and infectious agents. Patients with poor control on topical therapy are looking for safe and effective systemic treatments. We continue our series, Therapeutic Cheat Sheet, with a closer look at dupilumab, whic …
Dupilumab
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