Dermatology Doctor
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- White Plaques in the Mouth
The most common and important causes of white lesions in the mouth include the normal bite line, lichen planus, lupus erythematosus, secondary syphilis (lues), leukoplakia, candidiasis, and human papilloma virus infection. All of these diseases except candidiasis occur because of the development of a byperkeratotic surface in an area normally lacking the ability to [...]
Fri, 29 Feb 2008 11:08:59 +0000 - Eczematous Reaction Patterns
Acral Eczematous Diseases Several eczematous diseases preferentially involve the hands and feet. For this reason one should not use the term “hand eczema” or “foot eczema” as a diagnostic term. One must specifically attempt to identify which process is responsible: atopic dermatitis, dyshidrotic eczema, scabies, contact dermatitis, or secondary eczematization of a noneczematous disease. Guidelines for [...]
Fri, 22 Feb 2008 07:44:29 +0000 - Criteria for Nevi and Melanomas
Diagnostic Criteria In most instances, the failure to correctly identify a given skin disease does not have life or death consequences. Melanoma constitutes one exception to this generalization. The prognosis in melanoma corresponds most directly with the depth of invasion, and this, in turn, relates at least in part to the duration of the lesion. Correct [...]
Fri, 15 Feb 2008 09:16:07 +0000 - Cytotoxic Agents In Dermatologic Disease
Cytotoxic A variety of cytotoxic agents are used for the treatment of autoimmune diseases such as pemphigus, pemphigoid, dermatomyositis, and lupus erythematosus. The most commonly administered medications include azathioprine (Imuran), cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan), and methotrexate. For the most part, these medications are used only for patients nonresponsive to steroids or in instances where steroid side effects [...]
Tue, 05 Feb 2008 12:02:18 +0000 - Correct Contact Lenses for your Sensitive Eyes
If you are thinking of getting contact lenses, finding the correct lens can be a little tricky, especially if you suffer from sensitive skin or eyes. First of all, you naturally have to make a visit to your local eye care professional. Since approximately 1 out of 10 shouldn’t wear lenses due to various [...]
Thu, 10 Jan 2008 08:32:10 +0000 - Immunofluorescent Techniques use of Dermatologic Diseases
Immunofluorescent Immunofluorescent techniques are extremely useful in the diagnosis of several dermatologic diseases. University medical centers and most private dermatopathology laboratories have the facilities to carry out these tests. Transport solutions, such as Michel’s solution, are easily available so that specimens of skin to be tested for direct immunofluorescence can be mailed if necessary. Two types [...]
Sat, 05 Jan 2008 06:24:25 +0000 - Explanation of Exfoliative Erythrodermatitis
Diagnostic Hallmarks Distribution: 70% of the skin surface area is involved History of a preceding, localized skin disease in about 50% of patients Clinical Presentation Exfoliative erythrodermatitis is not a single disease but rather is an extreme example of an eczematous reaction pattern. The term “exfoliative erythrodermatitis” is used when eczematous disease covers 70% or more of [...]
Tue, 01 Jan 2008 07:34:07 +0000 - Diagnosis of Keratotic Papules
Similarity in names, overlap in distribution, and concomitant occurrence in older adults sometimes lead to confusion in the identification of seborrheic and actinic keratoses. Appropriate recognition is important, however, because actinic keratoses are premalignant and seborrheic keratoses are totally benign. Distribution Actinic keratoses are found only on sun-exposed skin. The face, ears, and Clorsal surface of [...]
Fri, 28 Dec 2007 12:00:03 +0000 - Anesthesia is Electrosurgical Procedures on the Skin
Cutaneous Anesthesia Anesthesia is required for excisional and electrosurgical procedures on the skin. If anesthesia is needed only momentarily (such as for a simple incision and drainage), Freon or ethyl chloride sprays can be used. For all longer procedures, injected anesthesia should be used. Almost all dermatologists currently use lidocaine (Xylocaine) because of its almost instantaneous [...]
Mon, 24 Dec 2007 05:13:48 +0000 - Presentation of Compound and Intradermal Nevi
Diagnostic Hallmarks Distribution: random but with some predilection for sun-exposed skin Size: 3 to 7 mm Round and evenly pigmented Long history of unchanged appearance Clinical Presentation Nevi are pigmented lesions that may be flat (junctional) or elevated (compound and intradermal). They generally vary in color from light brown to dark black, but some intradermal nevi in older adults are so [...]
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