basal cell carcinoma

Basal Cell Carcinoma – Friday Pop Quiz 12/22/2023
A 91-year-old man with a history of basal cell carcinoma presents for evaluation of the shown lesions on his scalp. His daughter, a nurse who is present with him for his appointment, notes that he had purulent bumps in the same area a few days earlier. Which of the following is the most appropriate treatment for the patient’s condition? A. Oral cefdinir B. Patch testing C. Skin biop …
Medulloblastoma – Friday Pop Quiz 7/21/2023
  A 6-year-old child with a history of medulloblastoma presents for evaluation of lesions on his hands, as shown. He was previously seen for a basal cell carcinoma of the left distal forearm, which was excised. Which of the following is the most appropriate screening recommendation in this patient? A. Abdominal ultrasound B. Bone density scan C. Genetic counseling D. Hepato …
JDD May 2023 Issue Highlights | Special Focus: Skin Cancer
skin cancerThe May issue of the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology (JDD) focuses on skin cancer and includes the perfect blend of original articles and case reports. Topics include actinic keratosis versus squamous cell carcinoma, the utility of gene expression profiling in skin cancer, the prevalence of sunscreen use, and many more.  Check out this month’s issue highlights straight from the JDD Editor’s …
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JDD Issue Highlights | May 2022
MohsThe May 2022 issue of the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology (JDD) focuses on skin cancer and features other topics such as fungal infections, updates on new topical advances, and Mohs micrographic surgery. We share this month’s issue highlights straight from the JDD Editor’s desk: Insights in Skin of Color Patients With Atopic Dermatitis and the Role of Skincare in Improving Outcomes concludes …
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