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Cutaneous Rosai-Dorfman Disease: A Separate Clinical Entity
We report the intriguing case of exclusively cutaneous Rosai-Dorfman disease in an 80-year-old African-American woman. (Source: Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery)
Source: Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery - July 19, 2017 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research

Pattern of skin disease in Hail region of Saudi Arabia
Publication date: Available online 22 June 2017 Source:Journal of Dermatology & Dermatologic Surgery Author(s): Fawwaz al.shammrie, Amirah Al.Shammrie (Source: Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery)
Source: Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery - June 23, 2017 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research

Von Zumbusch ’s pustular psoriasis associated with oral terbinafine
We report a case of a 28 year-old woman with no history of psoriasis, the patient presented generalized pustular eruption, erythroderma, prolonged fever and altered general conditions, associated with initiation of oral terbinafine. The histological analysis of the cutaneous biopsy was compatible with pustular psoriasis. The intake of terbinafine was discontinued and treatment by acitretin 25mg / day associated with emollient cream was started. The evolution was marked by resolution of skin eruption and disappearance of the fever in a few days. The complete remission was reached 2 months later. The diagnosis of severe gene...
Source: Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery - June 22, 2017 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research

Dermatology referrals are valuable
Conclusion Complicated cases and those not responding to therapies given by non-dermatologist practitioners or non-specialists need to have access to tertiary care specialists. Such referrals are of value; however our findings are not informative about quality of care of patients who were not referred. (Source: Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery)
Source: Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery - June 22, 2017 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research

Association of vitiligo with anemia, vitamin B12 deficiency, diabetes mellitus, and thyroid dysfunction in Saudi Arab patients: a case control study
Conclusion Primary hypothyroidism and vitamin B12 deficiency are significantly more prevalent in Saudi Arab vitiligo patients. Screening vitiligo patients for thyroid dysfunction and vitamin B12 deficiency may be warranted. (Source: Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery)
Source: Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery - June 22, 2017 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research

Flagellate erythema as manifestation of food hypersensitivity
Publication date: Available online 21 June 2017 Source:Journal of Dermatology & Dermatologic Surgery Author(s): Jaheersha Pakran, Amani Abdulla AlFalasi, Anwar H.A. Al Hammadi Food hypersensitivity can present in myriad forms leaving the physician baffled. Here we present a case of flagellate dermatitis in an elderly female with bronchial asthma on omalizumab injections, after ingestion of canned shiitake mushrooms. Knowledge about shiitake mushroom dermatitis is important due to increasing prevalence worldwide because of changing culinary preferences. (Source: Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery)
Source: Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery - June 22, 2017 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research

Epidermolysis Bullosa Pruriginosa A Clinico-pathological study in an index case, highlighting its affliction in 11 of 27 member of the family
Publication date: Available online 21 June 2017 Source:Journal of Dermatology & Dermatologic Surgery Author(s): Manisha Nijhawan, Savita Agarwal, Shivi Nijhawan, Rakesh Jhangra, Pallavi Goel, Virendra N. Sehgal Epidermolysis bullosa Pruriginosa, a rare variant of dominant inheritance pattern, characterized by itchy, papules and /or nodules coalescing to form plaque(s), studded by blisters, is describe in a young man an index case. In all 12 afflicted individuals of the 27 family members was interesting, the diagnosis of which was made by its morphology and inflammatory changes in the epidermis, comprising h...
Source: Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery - June 22, 2017 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research

The use of complementary medicine among acne valguris patients: Cross sectional study
Conclusions CAM users were mainly middle-aged females: their high levels of education did not lower the CAM adoption rates. Their choices could have been driven by cultural beliefs and boundaries embedded in the community. (Source: Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery)
Source: Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery - June 22, 2017 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research

The effects of hair regrowth with Intravenous Immunoglobulin (IVIG) therapy. Two case reports
We report, two patients of different demographics, treated with IVIG for different neurological diagnoses who reported significant hair growth after starting IVIG treatments. To date, there have been no reports of using IVIG as a treatment for hair loss due to androgenic alopecia (AGA). (Source: Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery)
Source: Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery - April 28, 2017 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research

Cosmetic lip tattoo sequelae: A case report and review of literature
We present a 48-year old Saudi lady, who developed a herpes infection of the lips following a cosmetic lip tattoo. The article describes the historical aspects of lip tattooing and reviews the reported complications. (Source: Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery)
Source: Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery - April 10, 2017 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research

Cosmetic lip tattoo sequelae; A case report and Review of Literature
We present a 48-year old Saudi lady, who developed a herpes infection of the lips following a cosmetic lip tattoo. The article describes the historical aspects of lip tattooing and reviews the reported complications. (Source: Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery)
Source: Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery - March 29, 2017 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research

Instant Follicular Hair Unit Transplantation (IFHUT) in androgenetic alopecia – The evolving scenario
Conclusion: Although this technique presents a steeper learning curve for the surgeon, need for clear protocols and proper execution, the efficacy and superiority of results presented by the IFHUT method show the potential of this technique to reshape the future of the hair transplant industry. (Source: Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery)
Source: Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery - March 17, 2017 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research

Hydroxychloroquine, cold urticaria, and the ice bucket challenge: a case report
Conclusion Hydroxychloroquine may be a successful treatment option for recalcitrant cold urticaria. (Source: Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery)
Source: Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery - February 22, 2017 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research

Prevalence, level of knowledge and lifestyle association with acne vulgaris among medical students
Conclusion Interestingly, more than half of our sample population was affected by acne vulgaris with two thirds of them not seeking for medical advice. Knowledge misconceptions were widespread among medical students, which necessitate further education in this regards. (Source: Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery)
Source: Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery - February 22, 2017 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research

Survey of Cutaneous findings in Newborns in Saudi Arabia
Conclusion All newborns had cutaneous lesions. Skin type, baby gender, nationality and age of the baby at the time of examination were influential factors in congenital melanocytic nevus, linea nigra, salmon patch and milia. Moreover, illnesses during pregnancy and consanguinity had a role on Mongolian spot and physiological scaling occurrences. (Source: Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery)
Source: Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery - January 9, 2017 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research