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View article: Transdermal Drug Delivery Systems in Atopic Dermatitis: A Review of Vehicle Innovation and Skin Barrier Challenges
Transdermal Drug Delivery Systems in Atopic Dermatitis: A Review of Vehicle Innovation and Skin Barrier Challenges Open
View article: Resistance & virulence traits in dermatophytes isolated from Mangaluru, India
Resistance & virulence traits in dermatophytes isolated from Mangaluru, India Open
Background & objectives Dermatophytes are accountable for the majority of fungal skin infections globally, affecting 20-25 per cent of the world population. Though not fatal, these infections have significant psychosocial impacts and reduc…
View article: Are Blue Straggler Stars a Hidden Clue? Intriguing Discovery in Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris Under UV-Induced Fluorescence Dermoscopy
Are Blue Straggler Stars a Hidden Clue? Intriguing Discovery in Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris Under UV-Induced Fluorescence Dermoscopy Open
View article: SEASONAL VARIATION OF ZOOPLANKTON DIVERSITY OF RIVER GANGA AT PRAYAGRAJ, INDIA
SEASONAL VARIATION OF ZOOPLANKTON DIVERSITY OF RIVER GANGA AT PRAYAGRAJ, INDIA Open
View article: Integrating Ayurvedic therapies with minoxidil: a randomized, single-blinded, parallel-controlled trial assessing the efficacy and safety of Traya's customized approach for treating male androgenetic alopecia
Integrating Ayurvedic therapies with minoxidil: a randomized, single-blinded, parallel-controlled trial assessing the efficacy and safety of Traya's customized approach for treating male androgenetic alopecia Open
Background: Male androgenetic alopecia (MAA) is the most common form of hair loss in men, influenced by genetics, hormonal imbalances, nutritional deficiencies, and stress. While treatments like minoxidil address symptoms, they do not targ…
View article: Painful skin tumor in focus: Cutaneous leiomyomas
Painful skin tumor in focus: Cutaneous leiomyomas Open
Cutaneous leiomyomas (CLs) are rare benign tumors of smooth muscle origin, often presenting as painful papulonodules. Piloleiomyomas, a common subtype, arise from the arrector pili muscles. Although generally benign, they may be associated…
View article: Serpiginous plaques: An atypical presentation of secondary syphilis in human immunodeficiency virus
Serpiginous plaques: An atypical presentation of secondary syphilis in human immunodeficiency virus Open
Syphilis is known to run its natural course unless intervened, and the severity of clinical presentation in human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) co-infection is well established. Here, we report the case of a 47-year-old male on antiretrovir…
View article: Antibiogram in Cutibacterium Acnes: A Comprehensive Study of Oral and Topical Treatments for Acne in the Indian Population
Antibiogram in Cutibacterium Acnes: A Comprehensive Study of Oral and Topical Treatments for Acne in the Indian Population Open
Injudicious antibiotic therapy in acne has resulted in significant dissemination of cross-resistant strains of Cutibacterium acnes (C. acnes). Resistance patterns vary in different studies, corresponding to the geographic location, and stu…
View article: <i>‘Trichophyton indotineae’</i> is an inaccurate and pejorative term
<i>‘Trichophyton indotineae’</i> is an inaccurate and pejorative term Open
View article: A case of vulvar bowenoid papulosis
A case of vulvar bowenoid papulosis Open
Bowenoid Papulosis (BP) is an uncommon, Human Papillomavirus (HPV) induced genital dysplasia, usually observed in younger, sexually active individuals. We report a case of a 37-year-old woman who presented with dark, itchy lesions over her…
View article: Missed, but Momentous: A Comprehensive Review of Neglected Tropical Skin Diseases in Southern India and their Global Impact
Missed, but Momentous: A Comprehensive Review of Neglected Tropical Skin Diseases in Southern India and their Global Impact Open
Neglected tropical skin diseases (NTDs) are a group of overlooked afflictions that affect marginalized populations and hinder the advancement of global health in the right direction. India, a significant hotspot, suffers immensely from the…
View article: Unsuspecting Plaque on the Forearm: A Diagnostic Challenge
Unsuspecting Plaque on the Forearm: A Diagnostic Challenge Open
Microcystic adnexal carcinoma (MAC) is a rare, slow-growing, locally aggressive malignant, and recurring appendageal tumor. Prolonged UV exposure, immunosuppression, and radiotherapy are a few frequently associated risk factors. MAC classi…
View article: Iatrogenic Cushing’s syndrome, cataract, and metabolic syndrome in an adult following topical steroid abuse for dermatophytosis
Iatrogenic Cushing’s syndrome, cataract, and metabolic syndrome in an adult following topical steroid abuse for dermatophytosis Open
A much is known about the cutaneous side effects of topical corticosteroids (TCs) often neglecting their potential systemic adverse events, including Cushing’s syndrome (CS). Although cases of CS following TCs abuse are a well-documented e…
View article: Advanced Systemic Treatments in Patients with Moderate-to-Severe Atopic Dermatitis: Key Learnings from Physicians Practicing in Nine Asian Countries and Territories
Advanced Systemic Treatments in Patients with Moderate-to-Severe Atopic Dermatitis: Key Learnings from Physicians Practicing in Nine Asian Countries and Territories Open
Treatments in AD have evolved and its management varies country by country. Unique challenges across Asian countries necessitate a different management approach in Asian patients with AD.
View article: Indian expert Delphi consensus on the diagnosis and management of flares of generalised pustular psoriasis
Indian expert Delphi consensus on the diagnosis and management of flares of generalised pustular psoriasis Open
Generalised pustular psoriasis (GPP) is a chronic, multisystemic, autoinflammatory disease with predominantly cutaneous manifestations, characterised by recurrent episodes of widespread, macroscopic and aseptic pustules. It has a highly un…
View article: Cutis Marmorata Telengiectatica Congenita with Kimura’s Disease and Nephrotic Syndrome as a Sequele to Membranoproliferative Glomerulonephritis
Cutis Marmorata Telengiectatica Congenita with Kimura’s Disease and Nephrotic Syndrome as a Sequele to Membranoproliferative Glomerulonephritis Open
Cutis marmorata telangiectatica congenita (CMTC) is a rare capillary malformation characterized by persistent reticulated marbled erythema. A 16-year-old boy presented with reddish net-like lesion over the left side of his body which was i…
View article: Correlation of neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio with chronic spontaneous urticarial: A case–control study
Correlation of neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio with chronic spontaneous urticarial: A case–control study Open
BACKGROUND: Chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU) is a persistent immune-inflammatory condition. The urticaria activity score 7 (UAS7) evaluates its disease activity. The neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) is recognized as a dependable mar…
View article: Characteristics, clinical manifestations and management of leprosy in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa: A 20-year retrospective study
Characteristics, clinical manifestations and management of leprosy in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa: A 20-year retrospective study Open
Background. Although leprosy, a neglected tropical disease, has been eliminated (<1 case per 10 000 population) in South Africa (SA) since 1926, according to the World Health Organization, new cases continue to be reported. The management …
View article: An Unusual Case of Recurrent Cutaneous Carcinomas Over Extragenital Multicentric Pigmented Bowen’s Disease
An Unusual Case of Recurrent Cutaneous Carcinomas Over Extragenital Multicentric Pigmented Bowen’s Disease Open
Bowen’s disease is a slowly progressive squamous cell carcinoma (SSC) in situ with high potential for malignant transformation. In this case, we describe a patient with multicentric Bowen’s disease for the past 26 years, developing growths…
View article: Low-dose Oral Minoxidil in the Treatment of Alopecia: Evidence and Experience-based Consensus Statement of Indian Experts
Low-dose Oral Minoxidil in the Treatment of Alopecia: Evidence and Experience-based Consensus Statement of Indian Experts Open
Alopecia is a highly prevalent condition worldwide including in India. There are different types of alopecia with differing etiology, presentation, and hence treatment. Androgenetic alopecia represents the most common form of hair loss aff…
View article: Role of yoga in improving pulmonary efficiency in post-menopausal women
Role of yoga in improving pulmonary efficiency in post-menopausal women Open
Background: Menopause is a natural transition in a women’s life. Menopausal transition has been linked to impairment of respiratory function. Female hormones play an important role in overall lung health. Yoga is an ancient Indian science …
View article: The role of precautions: Organising a medical conference during COVID‐19 pandemic—Lessons from IADVL MIDDERMACON 2021
The role of precautions: Organising a medical conference during COVID‐19 pandemic—Lessons from IADVL MIDDERMACON 2021 Open
Background The use of virtual platforms for clinical meetings has become the default approach during this pandemic era. Organising an offline conference during a pandemic is a challenge and is possible if the participating crowd is vaccina…
View article: A Comparative Study of the Efficacy of Intralesional 5 Fluorouracil vs Combination of 5 Fluorouracil with Triamcinolone Acetonide in Keloids
A Comparative Study of the Efficacy of Intralesional 5 Fluorouracil vs Combination of 5 Fluorouracil with Triamcinolone Acetonide in Keloids Open
Context: Keloids are defined as scars that invade the adjacent tissues and rarely regress. In recent years, antimitotic drugs have been used in the management of keloids with promising results. This study highlights the effectiveness of 5-…
View article: A case of spontaneously arising strangely shaped scars
A case of spontaneously arising strangely shaped scars Open
View article: A rare presentation of pseudoepitheliomatous keratotic and micaceous balanitis with malignant transformation
A rare presentation of pseudoepitheliomatous keratotic and micaceous balanitis with malignant transformation Open
Pseudoepitheliomatous keratotic and micaceous balanitis (PKMB) is a rare nonvenereal penile condition with a risk of malignant transformation. We report a case of PKMB in a 45-year-old male who presented with multiple keratotic growths ove…
View article: Disease risk estimation and cluster detection of the Kyasanur Forest Disease in the Western Ghats, India
Disease risk estimation and cluster detection of the Kyasanur Forest Disease in the Western Ghats, India Open
Background: Kyasanur Forest Disease (KFD) is a zoonotic viral haemorrhagic fever caused by the Kyasanur Forest Disease Virus (KFDV) that belongs to the family Flaviviridae. Though primarily endemic to the southwest of India, the rapid expa…
View article: MIC and Upper Limit of Wild-Type Distribution for 13 Antifungal Agents against a Trichophyton mentagrophytes-Trichophyton interdigitale Complex of Indian Origin
MIC and Upper Limit of Wild-Type Distribution for 13 Antifungal Agents against a Trichophyton mentagrophytes-Trichophyton interdigitale Complex of Indian Origin Open
Dermatophytosis due to the Trichophyton mentagrophytes-Trichophyton interdigitale complex is being increasingly reported across India. Reports of therapeutic failure have surfaced recently, but there are no clinical break points (CBP) or e…
View article: What is new in the pathogenesis and management of erythema nodosum leprosum
What is new in the pathogenesis and management of erythema nodosum leprosum Open
Erythema nodosum leprosum (ENL) is a manifestation of type II lepra reaction, seen in lepromatous or borderline lepromatous leprosy. Although it is a common reaction encountered in clinical practice, there are an increasingly large number …
View article: A modified regimen of rituximab in pemphigus: A retrospective study
A modified regimen of rituximab in pemphigus: A retrospective study Open
Introduction: Rituximab is a chimeric monoclonal antibody targeted against CD20 T-cells. It acts by the destruction of autoreactive B-cells. It is a common biologic agent widely used for the treatment of B-cell lymphoma, lymphoproliferativ…
View article: Indian association of dermatologists, venereologists and leprologists (IADVL) task force against recalcitrant tinea (ITART) consensus on the management of glabrous tinea (INTACT)
Indian association of dermatologists, venereologists and leprologists (IADVL) task force against recalcitrant tinea (ITART) consensus on the management of glabrous tinea (INTACT) Open
Consensus in the management of dermatophytosis is necessary in the face of conventional regimens proving ineffective and dearth of clinical trials re-evaluating the role of available antifungals in the wake of evolving epidemiology of the …