Key Points 1. Circumcision is the most effective treatment in uncircumcised men with Zoon's balanitis. 2. Circinate balanitis is a cutaneous manifestation of reactive arthritis (Reiter's disease). 3. Penile lichen sclerosus and, to a lesser extent, lichen planus may be…
Nonneoplastic Epithelial Disorders of the Vulva 1 What is lichen sclerosus (also known as lichen sclerosus et atrophicus)? Lichen sclerosus (LS) ( Fig. 60.1 ) is an inflammatory condition that primarily affects the epidermis and the superficial dermis. The disease…
Specific Dermatoses of Pregnancy 1 Name four pregnancy-specific dermatologic disorders Polymorphic eruption of pregnancy (PEP) Pemphigoid gestationis Atopic eruption of pregnancy Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP) Ambros-Rudolph CM, Müllegger RR, Vaughan-Jones SA, Kerl H, Black MM. The specific dermatoses of…
1 How common are skin disorders in elderly persons? Skin diseases appear more common in the geriatric population than the general population. This may be due to intrinsic skin aging and senescence, immune dysfunction, polypharmacy, and even cognitive and physical…
1 What is the purpose of a pediatric dermatologist? A pediatric dermatologist specializes in the diagnosis and management of diseases of the skin, hair, and nails in children. The clinical presentation and treatment of skin diseases are often different in…
1 What are the TORCHES infections in a neonate? This acronym stands for several etiologic agents of congenital infections: T oxoplasmosis O ther (varicella-zoster virus [VZV], parvovirus B19, Zika virus) R ubella C ytomegalovirus (causes most morbidity and mortality) H…
Key Points 1. Retinoids are structural or functional analogs of vitamin A (retinol). 2. In dermatology, topical tretinoins are mainly used in the treatment of acne vulgaris, psoriasis, and photoaging. 3. Oral retinoids are mostly used to treat severe acne,…
1 What is phototherapy? Phototherapy is the use of nonionizing electromagnetic radiation (usually in the ultraviolet [UV] range, but also extending into the visible light range) to treat cutaneous disease ( Fig. 54.1 ). Broadband ultraviolet B (BBUVB): 290 to…
1 What does the term “laser” stand for? Laser is an acronym for “ L ight A mplification by S timulated E mission of R adiation.” Herd RM, Dover JS, Arndt KA. Basic laser principles. Dermatol Clin. 1997;15:355–372. 2 What…
1 What is Mohs surgery? Mohs micrographic surgery is a surgical technique used to remove skin cancer. During Mohs surgery, the dermatologist acts as both the surgeon and the pathologist. The goals of Mohs surgery are to completely remove the…