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Friday Pop Quiz 2/28/2025
What is the most common site of extracutaneous involvement in this non-infectious disease? A. Lungs B. Eyes C. Bone Marrow D. Liver E. Nasal mucosa To find out the correct answer and read the explanation, click here. The photo for this week's pop quiz question is from: Full Spectrum of Dermatology: A Diverse and Inclusive Atlas. Brought to you by our brand partner  …
Pentoxifylline Therapeutic Cheat Sheet
PentoxifyllinePentoxifylline is a methyl-xanthine derivative traditionally used to treat symptoms of peripheral vascular disease and has emerged as a valuable therapeutic agent in dermatology for its anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory properties. We continue our series, Therapeutic Cheat Sheet, with a closer look at pentoxifylline, which is FDA-approved for the treatment of intermittent claudication and is …
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Diagnosing & Treating Psoriasis in Patients with Skin of Color | Pearls from the Experts
psoriasisDuring the 2023 Skin of Color Update in New York City, esteemed experts, Dr. Andrew Alexis, Professor of Clinical Dermatology at Weill Cornell Medical College, and Dr. George Han, Associate Professor in the Department of Dermatology at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, shared their expertise in diagnosing and managing psoriasis in individuals with skin of color …
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Papules – Friday Pop Quiz 5/26/2023
A 38-year-old woman presents with multiple bothersome papules on her nose, as shown. She had previously been seen for these lesions and was treated with benzoyl peroxide wash and oral clindamycin with minimal improvement. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis? A. Acne excoriee B. Atypical mycobacterial infection C. Foreign body granuloma D. Hodgkin lymphoma E. Lup …
Disorders of Depigmentation: Focus on Vitiligo
vitiligoAt the 2023 ODAC Dermatology, Aesthetic & Surgical Conference, we were lucky to learn about the management of vitiligo from the renowned researcher and clinician, Dr.  John Harris, Professor and Chair of Dermatology at the University of Massachusetts. When a new patient with vitiligo presents to my clinic, I always pull out my phone to consult Dr. Harris’ treatment protocol – I am sure I …
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