Dr. Kwatra’s Insights on Emerging Advances in Chronic Itch
As dermatologists, we recognize that chronic itch is a complex and often debilitating condition that significantly impacts our patients' quality of life, affecting their physical health, mental well-being, and daily activities. Chronic itch can be especially challenging to diagnose and treat, particularly in patients with skin of color, who may experience unique clinical manifestations and complic …
As dermatologists, we recognize that chronic itch is a complex and often debilitating condition that significantly impacts our patients' quality of life, affecting their physical health, mental well-being, and daily activities. Chronic itch can be especially challenging to diagnose and treat, particularly in patients with skin of color, who may experience unique clinical manifestations and complic … Continue reading "Dr. Kwatra’s Insights on Emerging Advances in Chronic Itch"
Which of the following treatments for the shown rash with 15% body surface area (BSA) involvement is least likely to be associated with an infection?
A. Methotrexate
B. Cyclosporine
C. Adalimumab
D. Infliximab
E. Acitretin
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