CutisPub Date : 2024-12-01DOI: 10.12788/cutis.1139
Rachel Krevh, Abraham M Korman
{"title":"Conservative Approach to Treatment of Cyclosporine-Induced Gingival Hyperplasia With Azithromycin and Chlorhexidine.","authors":"Rachel Krevh, Abraham M Korman","doi":"10.12788/cutis.1139","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.12788/cutis.1139","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Treatment of symptomatic cyclosporine-induced gingival hyperplasia can be challenging, especially if continued use of cyclosporine is necessary for adequate control of the underlying disease. We outline a simplified approach for conservatively managing cyclosporine-induced gingival hyperplasia using azithromycin and chlorhexidine.</p>","PeriodicalId":11195,"journal":{"name":"Cutis","volume":"114 6","pages":"188-189"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143064416","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
CutisPub Date : 2024-12-01DOI: 10.12788/cutis.1159
George M Jeha
{"title":"Mentorship in Residency.","authors":"George M Jeha","doi":"10.12788/cutis.1159","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.12788/cutis.1159","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":11195,"journal":{"name":"Cutis","volume":"114 6","pages":"E12-E13"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143064420","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
CutisPub Date : 2024-12-01DOI: 10.12788/cutis.1143
Ogechi Obed, Ivan Rodriguez, Karen Lam, Marta J Van Beek, Adena Rosenblatt, Arturo Saavedra, Scott Worswick
{"title":"Program Director Perspectives on DEI Initiatives in the Dermatology Residency Selection Process.","authors":"Ogechi Obed, Ivan Rodriguez, Karen Lam, Marta J Van Beek, Adena Rosenblatt, Arturo Saavedra, Scott Worswick","doi":"10.12788/cutis.1143","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.12788/cutis.1143","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) has maintained a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives; however, a recent strike down of affirmative action by the US Supreme Court has caused similar efforts to be called into question. This prompted our investigation into dermatology program director (PD) perceptions of DEI programming and its integration into resident selection. A cross-sectional survey of PDs at US dermatology residency programs was conducted from April 2024 to July 2024 (N=30). Our results suggest strong support among PDs for advancing DEI in dermatology, although challenges such as legal restrictions and knowledge gaps persist. These findings underscore the importance of sustained efforts to foster a more diverse and inclusive dermatology workforce in alignment with the nation's demographics.</p>","PeriodicalId":11195,"journal":{"name":"Cutis","volume":"114 6","pages":"180-182"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143064458","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
CutisPub Date : 2024-12-01DOI: 10.12788/cutis.1141
Waleed Adawi, Richard P Usatine, Candrice R Heath
{"title":"Break the Itch-Scratch Cycle to Treat Prurigo Nodularis.","authors":"Waleed Adawi, Richard P Usatine, Candrice R Heath","doi":"10.12788/cutis.1141","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.12788/cutis.1141","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":11195,"journal":{"name":"Cutis","volume":"114 6","pages":"201-202"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143064412","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
CutisPub Date : 2024-12-01DOI: 10.12788/cutis.1158
Caitlin M Brumfiel, Laura A Taylor, Benjamin F Kelley
{"title":"Recurrent Nodule on the First Toe.","authors":"Caitlin M Brumfiel, Laura A Taylor, Benjamin F Kelley","doi":"10.12788/cutis.1158","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.12788/cutis.1158","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":11195,"journal":{"name":"Cutis","volume":"114 6","pages":"E9-E11"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143064461","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
CutisPub Date : 2024-12-01DOI: 10.12788/cutis.1145
Michelle R Anthony, Christopher Farkouh, Parsa Abdi, Qasiar Ali Khan
{"title":"Buruli Ulcer Transmission: Environmental Pathways and Implications for Dermatologic Care.","authors":"Michelle R Anthony, Christopher Farkouh, Parsa Abdi, Qasiar Ali Khan","doi":"10.12788/cutis.1145","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.12788/cutis.1145","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Buruli ulcer (BU) is a necrotizing skin and soft tissue disease caused by Mycobacterium ulcerans that is common in hot and humid climates. Mycobacterium ulcerans is a nontuberculous mycobacterium and ubiquitous acid-fast gram-positive bacillus known to thrive in aquatic environments and water insects. The mode of transmission to humans is poorly understood and varies by geography. Aquatic insects and mosquitoes have been studied as possible vectors for the transmission of M ulcerans and the development of BUs. Treatment involves a long course of antibiotics with possible surgical debridement with wide margins for extensive ulceration. In this article, we provide an overview of the etiology, pathogenesis, transmission, clinical presentation, prevention, and treatment of BUs.</p>","PeriodicalId":11195,"journal":{"name":"Cutis","volume":"114 6","pages":"184-186"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143064413","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
CutisPub Date : 2024-12-01DOI: 10.12788/cutis.1137
Hannah Y Wang, Suzanne Alkul, Yve T Huttenbach, Zeena Y Nawas
{"title":"Scalp Nodule With Copious Fluid.","authors":"Hannah Y Wang, Suzanne Alkul, Yve T Huttenbach, Zeena Y Nawas","doi":"10.12788/cutis.1137","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.12788/cutis.1137","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":11195,"journal":{"name":"Cutis","volume":"114 6","pages":"190-200"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143064464","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
CutisPub Date : 2024-12-01DOI: 10.12788/cutis.1144
Changpei Lu, Yige Fan, Yimei Du, Lingbo Bi, Chaofan Wang, Min Zhao, Yunbu Ding, Weixfin Fan
{"title":"Clinical, Laboratory, and Trichoscopic Features of Pediatric Androgenetic Alopecia.","authors":"Changpei Lu, Yige Fan, Yimei Du, Lingbo Bi, Chaofan Wang, Min Zhao, Yunbu Ding, Weixfin Fan","doi":"10.12788/cutis.1144","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.12788/cutis.1144","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>In this retrospective study, we analyzed the prevalence and impact of pediatric androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Over a 14-year period, 133 pediatric patients were evaluated, with manifestations of AGA appearing as early as age 10 years. The analysis included factors such as body mass index (BMI), family history of AGA, comorbidities, laboratory results, and patterns of hair loss. Trichoscopic differences between sexes and age groups were observed. This study underscores the importance of individualized, step-by-step, and comprehensive treatment for pediatric AGA, prioritizing hormonal disorders and concurrent conditions while managing hair loss with topical minoxidil. Topical minoxidil generally is well tolerated in pediatric patients, although close monitoring of adverse effects and timely feedback to the clinician still are necessary. More importantly, encouraging patients to adhere to their medication and attend regular follow-up appointments can yield favorable outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":11195,"journal":{"name":"Cutis","volume":"114 6","pages":"191-195"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143064414","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
CutisPub Date : 2024-12-01DOI: 10.12788/cutis.1149
Victoria McGuirt, Yu Wang, Steven R Feldman
{"title":"Optimal Exercise Levels for Dermatology Patients With Psoriasis.","authors":"Victoria McGuirt, Yu Wang, Steven R Feldman","doi":"10.12788/cutis.1149","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.12788/cutis.1149","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":11195,"journal":{"name":"Cutis","volume":"114 6","pages":"E4-E5"},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143064421","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}