Melanocytic Nevi, Including Atypical Nevi (Dysplastic Nevi, Nevus …
WEBMar 13, 2019 · Are You Confident of the Diagnosis? An overview of nevi Melanocytic nevi (typically shortened to “nevi”) are benign neoplasms of melanocytes found within
Intertrigo (Intertrigo Candidiasis) - Dermatology Advisor
WEBMar 13, 2019 · Intertrigo may present as an erythematous mirror image patch along a skin fold. Inframammary (Figure 1), intergluteal, genitocrural, axillary, and/or interdigital skin folds can be involved in isolation or in combination with other body sites. There may be maceration or erosion, which would raise the suspicion for an infectious component.
Benzyl Benzoate Superior to Permethrin in Treating Scabies
WEBFeb 6, 2024 · Among patients with scabies infestation, treatment with benzyl benzoate may be more efficacious than the current standard treatment of choice — topical 5% permethrin — according to study findings published in the British Journal of Dermatology.. Scabies infestation, prevalent in developing regions, has increased recently in high-income European and North American countries.
Underlying Etiologies of Cutaneous Flushing - Dermatology Advisor
WEBDec 14, 2017 · As a dermatologic phenomenon, cutaneous flushing is a common complaint, signifying a broad range of etiologies. Flushing is defined as a local sensation of warmth in the face, head, neck, upper chest, and limbs, accompanied by erythema, both caused by increased cutaneous blood flow to the region. Episodic flushing is …
Hot tub folliculitis (Pseudomonas Folliculitis, Hot tub rash ...
WEBMar 13, 2019 · Are You Confident of the Diagnosis? Characteristic findings on physical examination. Patients will typically present with follicular-based papules and pustules of the trunk and lower extremities (Figure 1).
Epidermal (infundibular) cysts - Dermatology Advisor
WEBMar 13, 2019 · Epidermal inclusion cysts (EIC) are benign neoplasms of the skin that are also known by the following synonyms: epidermal cyst, infundibular cyst, keratinous cyst, epidermoid cyst and sebaceous cyst. They can occur anywhere on the cutaneous surface, with the face, chest, and back being the most common locations.
Hidrocystoma (Apocrine and Eccrine Hidrocystoma
WEBMar 13, 2019 · Hidrocystomas can be of eccrine or apocrine origin. On physical examination, hidrocystomas (eccrine or apocrine) appear as solitary or rarely multiple dome-shaped, smooth-surfaced papules or nodules (up to 1.5cm) on the face, neck and, rarely, the trunk. Interestingly, hidrocystomas rarely present in areas that are rich in apocrine glands.
Piezogenic Pedal Papules (Painful piezogenic pedal papules, …
WEBMar 13, 2019 · Are You Confident of the Diagnosis? What you should be alert for in the history. First described by Shelley and Rawnsley in 1968, piezogenic pedal papules are flesh-colored papules which emerge on the heel upon weight bearing.
Green Nail Syndrome (GNS, Pseudomonas nail infection, …
WEBMar 13, 2019 · Medical Modality: Surgical modality: Physical modality: Acetic acid soaks: Nail removal surgery may be required for onychodystrophy. Trim nail back: Topical aminoglycosides (neomycin, gentamicin, polymyxin-B)
Condyloma acuminatum (Genital warts) - Dermatology Advisor
WEBMar 13, 2019 · Condyloma acuminatum, commonly called anogenital warts, are typically diagnosed clinically, using visual examination, sometimes aided by a magnifying glass. Patients or clinicians may notice lesions, which may be on anogenital skin or mucous membranes. Lesions typically are papules, 2 to 5 mm in diameter, although smaller or …