Nail Loss in Mild to Moderate Pemphigus Vulgaris
Conclusion: This case illustrates the importance of a thorough history and physical exam, as a primary complaint of nail symptoms in these patients may lead to unrecognized PV by even the most skilled practitioners. Tofacitinib and rituximab in combination may rapidly improve nail involvement.Skin Appendage Disord (Source: Skin Appendage Disorders)
Source: Skin Appendage Disorders - July 6, 2022 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research
Nail Psoriasis
Actas Dermosifiliogr. 2022 May;113(5):481-490. doi: 10.1016/j.ad.2022.01.006. Epub 2022 Feb 2.ABSTRACTNail involvement in psoriasis is common. It is seen in up to 80% of patients with psoriatic lesions and may be the only manifestation in 6% of cases. Nail psoriasis is correlated with more severe disease, characterized by earlier onset and a higher risk of psoriatic arthritis. Accordingly, it can also result in significant functional impairment and reduced quality of life. Psoriasis involving the nail matrix causes pitting, leukonychia, red lunula and nail dystrophy, while nail bed involvement causes splinter hemorrhages, ...
Source: Actas Dermo-Sifiliograficas - June 13, 2022 Category: Dermatology Authors: E Canal-Garc ía X Bosch-Amate I Belinch ón L Puig Source Type: research
