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We describe a case of mpox characterized by a circularly distributed facial rash but no identified risk factors. Fomite transmission of monkeypox virus from contaminated linen at a massage spa was suspected. Clinicians should consider mpox in patients with consistent clinical syndromes, even in the absence of epidemiologic risk factors.
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Roupas de Cama, Mesa e Banho , Mpox , Feminino , Humanos , Fatores de Risco , Massachusetts , Monkeypox virus , SíndromeRESUMO
Acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP) is a severe cutaneous adverse reaction (SCAR) characterized by sterile nonfollicular pustules on an erythematous base that form rapidly after drug exposure. AGEP is mediated by numerous cytokines produced by drug-specific T cells that mediate neutrophilic intracorneal, subcorneal, or intraepidermal pustule development. Though genetic susceptibility is not fully understood, individuals with mutations in IL-36RN may be at increased risk of AGEP development. AGEP commonly presents with leukocytosis and fever in the acute pustular phase and follows a self-limited desquamative recovery phase upon removal of offending drug. Severe cases of AGEP may have multisystem organ involvement. Atypical presentations of AGEP include localized eruptions and cases with overlapping clinical and histopathologic features associated with Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis, drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms, and generalized pustular psoriasis. Most cases of AGEP clear rapidly with systemic corticosteroids, but severe or recalcitrant cases may require other systemic therapies, such as cyclosporine, and intravenous immunoglobulin.
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Pustulose Exantematosa Aguda Generalizada , Exantema , Síndrome de Stevens-Johnson , Pustulose Exantematosa Aguda Generalizada/diagnóstico , Pustulose Exantematosa Aguda Generalizada/etiologia , Pustulose Exantematosa Aguda Generalizada/patologia , Humanos , Imunoglobulinas Intravenosas/uso terapêutico , Pele/patologia , Síndrome de Stevens-Johnson/diagnóstico , Síndrome de Stevens-Johnson/tratamento farmacológico , Síndrome de Stevens-Johnson/etiologiaRESUMO
In industrialized countries, nutritional dermatoses are likely underdiagnosed and result in increased disease morbidity and utilization of hospital resources. These findings underscore the need for physicians to be able to correctly identify these deficiencies. Nutritional dermatoses may be split into micronutrient deficiencies and macronutrient deficiencies. This article is intended to serve as a supplement to a 2-part review of micronutrient deficiency dermatoses and highlights cutaneous findings in patients with protein-energy malnutrition and essential fatty acid deficiency. This article reviews the evaluation, cutaneous manifestations, and management of macronutrient deficiencies.
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Desnutrição , Dermatopatias , Suplementos Nutricionais , Humanos , Desnutrição/diagnóstico , Desnutrição/etiologia , Desnutrição/terapia , Micronutrientes , Nutrientes , Dermatopatias/diagnóstico , Dermatopatias/etiologia , Dermatopatias/terapiaRESUMO
Nutritional dermatoses are traditionally taught in the context of developing countries, famine, population displacement, and limited access to health care. In the United States, nutritional dermatoses may be underdiagnosed, leading to increased morbidity and utilization of hospital resources. These findings underscore the need for providers in developed nations to be able to identify these deficiencies. Dermatologists play a critical role in the diagnosis and management of patients with nutritional deficiencies, as they often present with cutaneous findings. Part 2 of this review series will focus on the epidemiology, impact, manifestations, and diagnosis of B-complex vitamins, which can present with cutaneous findings, including thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, pyridoxine, and biotin.
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Dermatopatias , Complexo Vitamínico B , Ácido Fólico , Humanos , Micronutrientes , Ácido Pantotênico , Dermatopatias/diagnóstico , Dermatopatias/epidemiologia , Complexo Vitamínico B/uso terapêutico , Vitamina KRESUMO
Dermatologists play a critical role in diagnosing and managing nutritional deficiencies as they often present with cutaneous findings. Traditionally, nutritional dermatoses are taught in the context of developing countries, famine, population displacement, and poor health care access; however, in the United States, common risk factors include chronic liver disease, alcoholism, psychiatric disease, bariatric surgery, inflammatory bowel disease, and hemodialysis. Additionally, nutritional dermatoses may be underdiagnosed in the United States and result in increased morbidity and utilization of hospital resources. There is a need for providers in developed nations to identify these deficiencies, and this review aims to meet that practice gap and provide relevant context to these diseases for dermatologists. This 2-part review series will focus on the epidemiology, impact, appearance, and diagnostic modalities for micronutrient deficiencies, including zinc, selenium, copper, and vitamins A and C in part 1. The companion review will focus on the B-complex vitamins.
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Desnutrição , Selênio , Dermatopatias , Ácido Ascórbico , Cobre , Humanos , Desnutrição/diagnóstico , Desnutrição/epidemiologia , Micronutrientes , Dermatopatias/diagnóstico , Dermatopatias/epidemiologia , Dermatopatias/etiologia , Vitamina A , Vitaminas , ZincoRESUMO
BACKGROUND: Hidradenitis suppurativa disproportionately affects women, minorities, and skin of color. Botulinum toxin is a potential therapy; however, literature regarding its utility is sparse. OBJECTIVE: We analyzed evidence surrounding botulinum toxin in the treatment of hidradenitis suppurativa. METHODS: We conducted a database search of PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane library for studies addressing botulinum toxin therapy for hidradenitis suppurativa through June 10, 2020. Review articles, meta-analyses, and studies without published results were excluded. RESULTS: Seven studies met criteria for inclusion and review. Botulinum toxin administration resulted in either clinical improvement or improved quality of life in 96.8% (n = 30/31) of patients. Level of evidence was moderate. LIMITATIONS: Results are limited by the quantity and evidence level of reviewed studies. CONCLUSION: Botulinum toxin is a safe and potentially effective alternative for hidradenitis suppurativa patients resistant to standard of care therapies. Dermatologists can address this health disparity by strengthening recommendations with high-quality investigations regarding its therapeutic potential. J Drugs Dermatol. 2022;21(4):408-412. doi:10.36849/JDD.5747.
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Toxinas Botulínicas , Hidradenite Supurativa , Feminino , Humanos , Toxinas Botulínicas/efeitos adversos , Hidradenite Supurativa/diagnóstico , Hidradenite Supurativa/tratamento farmacológico , Hidradenite Supurativa/etnologia , Qualidade de Vida , PeleRESUMO
Despite the expansion of available in vitro laboratory tests at a rate far exceeding that of dermatologic pharmaceuticals, the existing literature is dominated by discussion of the latter. With the advent of numerous new tests, it can be difficult for practicing dermatologists to stay up-to-date on the available options, methodologies, and recommendations for when to order one test over another. Understanding the inherent strengths and weaknesses of these options is necessary to inform appropriate ordering and proper interpretation of the results. The first article in this continuing medical education series summarizes information on methodology, test characteristics, and limitations of several in vitro laboratory tests used for the work up of undifferentiated patients suspected of having dermatologic autoimmune diseases and it provides a general guide to ordering these tests.
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Doenças Autoimunes/sangue , Doenças Autoimunes/diagnóstico , Dermatopatias/sangue , Dermatopatias/diagnóstico , Técnicas de Laboratório Clínico , Humanos , Dermatopatias/imunologiaRESUMO
The skin often provides initial clues of hypercoagulability with features such as livedo reticularis, livedo racemosa, retiform purpura, necrosis, and ulcerations. Because these cutaneous manifestations are nonspecific, laboratory testing is often needed to evaluate for underlying causes of hypercoagulability. Importantly, these disorders are reported to be the most common mimicker, resulting in an erroneous diagnosis of pyoderma gangrenosum. Understanding inherent properties of, and indications for, available tests is necessary for appropriate ordering and interpretation of results. Additionally, ordering of these tests in an indiscriminate manner may lead to inaccurate results, complicating the interpretation and approach to management. This second article in this continuing medical education series summarizes information on methodology, test characteristics, and limitations of several in vitro laboratory tests used for the work up of hypercoagulability and vasculopathic disease as it pertains to dermatologic disease.
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Dermatopatias/sangue , Dermatopatias/diagnóstico , Trombofilia/sangue , Trombofilia/diagnóstico , Técnicas de Laboratório Clínico , Humanos , Dermatopatias/etiologia , Trombofilia/complicaçõesRESUMO
BACKGROUND: Insurance, racial, and socioeconomic health disparities continue to pose significant challenges for access to dermatologic care. Studies applying teledermatology to increase access to underinsured individuals and ethnic minorities are limited. OBJECTIVE: To determine how the implementation of a teledermatology program affects access to health care and patient outcomes. METHODS: A cross-sectional evaluation was performed of all ambulatory dermatology referrals and electronic dermatology consultations (eConsults) at Ohio State University within a 25-month period. RESULTS: Compared with ambulatory referrals, eConsults served more nonwhite patients (612 of 1698 [36.0%] vs 4040 of 16,073 [25.1%]; P < .001) and more Medicaid enrollees (459 of 1698 patients [27.0%] vs 3266 of 16,073 [20.3%]; P < .001). In addition, ambulatory referral patients were significantly less likely to attend their scheduled appointment compared with eConsult patients, as either "no-shows" (246 of 2526 [9.7%] vs 3 of 62 [4.8%]) or cancellations (742 of 2526 [29.4%] vs 8 of 62 [12.9%]; P = .003). There were fewer median days to extirpation for eConsult patients compared with ambulatory referral patients (interquartile range; 80.7 ± 79.8 vs 116.9 ± 86.6 days; P = .004). CONCLUSION: Integrating dermatologic care through a telemedicine system can result in improved access for underserved patients through improved efficiency outcomes.
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Dermatologia/estatística & dados numéricos , Acessibilidade aos Serviços de Saúde/estatística & dados numéricos , Hospitais Universitários/estatística & dados numéricos , Consulta Remota/estatística & dados numéricos , Dermatopatias/diagnóstico , Adulto , Agendamento de Consultas , Estudos Transversais , Dermatologia/métodos , Dermatologia/organização & administração , Feminino , Implementação de Plano de Saúde , Acessibilidade aos Serviços de Saúde/organização & administração , Disparidades em Assistência à Saúde/estatística & dados numéricos , Hospitais Universitários/organização & administração , Humanos , Masculino , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Ohio , Avaliação de Programas e Projetos de Saúde , Consulta Remota/organização & administração , Estudos Retrospectivos , Dermatopatias/terapia , Fatores Socioeconômicos , Populações Vulneráveis/estatística & dados numéricosRESUMO
Filiform warts are commonly treated with surgical removal or cryotherapy, yet such treatment modalities may result in complications for darker skin types. We report a man successfully treated for more than 50 filiform facial warts using a combination of 5-fluorouracil 5% and salicylic acid 20%.