Volume 1 - Issue 2 - Articles - Dermatology and Clinical Research

Open Access Research Article Article ID: IJDCR-1-111

Treatment of Molluscum Contagiosum by Potassium Hydroxide Solution 20% with and Without Pricking and By Pricking Alone: A Comparative Study with Review of Literature

10.17352/2455-8605.000011

Published On: December 28, 2015 | Pages: 031 - 041

Author(s): Azar Hadi Maluki*, Qutaiba Jawad Kadhum

Introduction Part I: Molluscum Contagiosum (MC) Definition: Molluscum Contagiosum (MC) is a benign viral infection that generally affects young children. It is characterized by smooth, dome-shaped discrete papules that occasionally develop surrounding area of scale and erythema (molluscum dermatitis) [1]. ... CrossMark Publons Harvard Library HOLLIS Search IT Semantic Scholar Get Citation Base Search Scilit OAI-PMH ResearchGate Academic Microsoft GrowKudos Universite de Paris UW Libraries SJSU King Library SJSU King Library NUS Library McGill DET KGL BIBLiOTEK JCU Discovery Universidad De Lima WorldCat VU on WorldCat

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Open Access Review Article Article ID: IJDCR-1-110

Pigmentary Disorders; Vitiligo and Melasma in Context of South Asian Countries: A Psychosocio-Cosmetic Challenge

10.17352/2455-8605.000010

Published On: October 17, 2015 | Pages: 024 - 030

Author(s): Anil K Jha*, Subekcha Karki

Introduction Vitiligo and melasma are acquired pigmentary disorder of the skin and also the leading cause for dermatologist consultation in South Asian countries like Nepal. Clinically vitiligo is characterised by well circumscribed, depigmented macules and patches secondary to selective destruction of melanocytes in the skin and mucous membrane, whereas melasma is ... CrossMark Publons Harvard Library HOLLIS Search IT Semantic Scholar Get Citation Base Search Scilit OAI-PMH ResearchGate Academic Microsoft GrowKudos Universite de Paris UW Libraries SJSU King Library SJSU King Library NUS Library McGill DET KGL BIBLiOTEK JCU Discovery Universidad De Lima WorldCat VU on WorldCat

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Open Access Case Report Article ID: IJDCR-1-109

A Case of Actinomycetoma Treated with Trimethoprim + Sulfamethoxazole

10.17352/2455-8605.000009

Published On: September 25, 2015 | Pages: 020 - 023

Author(s): Subekcha Karki*, Ma Luisa Abad-Venida

Introduction Actinomycetoma is a chronic suppurative and or granulomatous infectious process caused by aerobic filamentous bacteria. Actinomycetomas are caused by members of genus Nocardia, Streptomyces, Nocardiopsis, and Actinomadura. ... CrossMark Publons Harvard Library HOLLIS Search IT Semantic Scholar Get Citation Base Search Scilit OAI-PMH ResearchGate Academic Microsoft GrowKudos Universite de Paris UW Libraries SJSU King Library SJSU King Library NUS Library McGill DET KGL BIBLiOTEK JCU Discovery Universidad De Lima WorldCat VU on WorldCat

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Open Access Case Report Article ID: IJDCR-1-108

Schamberg Disease in a 54-Year-Old Chinese Woman

10.17352/2455-8605.000008

Published On: September 10, 2015 | Pages: 018 - 019

Author(s): Alexander KC Leung*, Amy AM Leung, Benjamin Barankin

Introduction Schamberg disease, also known as Schamberg purpura or progressive pigmentary purpura, is characterized by orange-brown or reddish-brown macules/patches with overlaying purpuric spots simulating “cayenne pepper” [1,2]. The condition was first described in 1901 by Jay Frank Schamberg who reported a 15-year-old boy with a 5-year history of “diffuse, reddi ... CrossMark Publons Harvard Library HOLLIS Search IT Semantic Scholar Get Citation Base Search Scilit OAI-PMH ResearchGate Academic Microsoft GrowKudos Universite de Paris UW Libraries SJSU King Library SJSU King Library NUS Library McGill DET KGL BIBLiOTEK JCU Discovery Universidad De Lima WorldCat VU on WorldCat

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Open Access Case Report Article ID: IJDCR-1-107

Psoriasis with Onychodystrophy in a 7-Year-Old Boy

10.17352/2455-8605.000007

Published On: September 01, 2015 | Pages: 016 - 017

Author(s): Alexander KC Leung*, Amy AM Leung, Benjamin Barankin

Introduction Psoriasis, a chronic inflammatory immune-mediated disease involving the skin, nails, and the musculoskeletal structures, affects 1 to 3% of the world population [1]. Approximately 25% of patients develop the disease before 20 years of age [2]. It is reported that up to 90% of patients with psoriasis develop onychodystrophy at some point during their li ... CrossMark Publons Harvard Library HOLLIS Search IT Semantic Scholar Get Citation Base Search Scilit OAI-PMH ResearchGate Academic Microsoft GrowKudos Universite de Paris UW Libraries SJSU King Library SJSU King Library NUS Library McGill DET KGL BIBLiOTEK JCU Discovery Universidad De Lima WorldCat VU on WorldCat

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Open Access Letter to Editor Article ID: IJDCR-1-106

Successful Treatment of Annular Elastolytic Giant Cell Granuloma with Tranilast and Topical Glucocorticoid under the Strict Restriction of Sun Exposure

10.17352/2455-8605.000006

Published On: August 24, 2015 | Pages: 014 - 015

Author(s): Hidetoshi Takahashi*, Katsuhiko Satoh, Akiyoshi Takagi, Akemi Ishida-Yamamoto, Hajime Iizuka

Dear Editor, Annular elastolylic giant cell granuloma (AEGCG) is a rare granulomatous skin disease characterized by loss of elastic fibers accompanied with elastophagocytosis by multinucleated giant cells. The clinical appearance shows annular and serpiginous plaques with hypopigmentation or skin atrophy. ... CrossMark Publons Harvard Library HOLLIS Search IT Semantic Scholar Get Citation Base Search Scilit OAI-PMH ResearchGate Academic Microsoft GrowKudos Universite de Paris UW Libraries SJSU King Library SJSU King Library NUS Library McGill DET KGL BIBLiOTEK JCU Discovery Universidad De Lima WorldCat VU on WorldCat

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