{"title":"Climate change and rural populations in dermatology: an intersection requiring further exploration.","authors":"Madeline H Fitzhugh, Jun Wang, Jennifer G Powers","doi":"10.1097/JW9.0000000000000214","DOIUrl":"10.1097/JW9.0000000000000214","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":53478,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Women''s Dermatology","volume":"11 2","pages":"e214"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-06-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12175998/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144327737","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Savannah K Fakhouri, Caitlin Penny, Crystal Liang, Abigail Urbina, Sydney Dong, George Hightower
{"title":"Safety and accessibility of commercially available color-matching products for adolescents with vitiligo in the U.S.","authors":"Savannah K Fakhouri, Caitlin Penny, Crystal Liang, Abigail Urbina, Sydney Dong, George Hightower","doi":"10.1097/JW9.0000000000000215","DOIUrl":"10.1097/JW9.0000000000000215","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":53478,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Women''s Dermatology","volume":"11 2","pages":"e215"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-06-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12169970/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144310811","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Hanin El-Khateeb, Zaynah Awethe, Abdullah Jalal, Isra El-Khateeb, Mohammed Khatib, Fatimah Jalal, Elizabeth Kiracofe, Susan Massick
{"title":"Cultural competence in dermatology: meeting the needs of Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) and hijabi women.","authors":"Hanin El-Khateeb, Zaynah Awethe, Abdullah Jalal, Isra El-Khateeb, Mohammed Khatib, Fatimah Jalal, Elizabeth Kiracofe, Susan Massick","doi":"10.1097/JW9.0000000000000211","DOIUrl":"10.1097/JW9.0000000000000211","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":53478,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Women''s Dermatology","volume":"11 2","pages":"e211"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-06-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12140709/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144235954","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Prior anogenital herpes and human papillomavirus infections are associated with increased risk of lichen sclerosus in a large retrospective cohort study.","authors":"Amit Singal, Kaya L Curtis, Shari R Lipner","doi":"10.1097/JW9.0000000000000210","DOIUrl":"10.1097/JW9.0000000000000210","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Lichen sclerosus (LS) is an inflammatory mucocutaneous disorder typically affecting the anogenital region with unknown etiology. It is postulated that infectious etiologies could play a role in pathogenesis.</p><p><strong>Objective: </strong>Herein, we analyze for potential associations between LS and infectious agents.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The TriNetX research network was utilized to compare prevalence of prior infections in patients with versus without LS and risk of LS in patients with versus without prior infections.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Patients with versus without LS had a higher prevalence of prior herpes simplex virus (HSV), human papillomavirus (HPV), gonorrhea, chlamydia, Lyme disease, hepatitis B virus, and hepatitis C virus diagnosis. Preceding infections with HSV and HPV were associated with increased risk of developing LS. Preceding vaccination for HPV was associated with decreased risk of LS.</p><p><strong>Limitations: </strong>We were limited to ICD-10 codes and their accuracy. We could not confirm LS histopathologically, separate genital and extragenital LS, or assess specific HPV types.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Our study suggests that HSV and HPV infections may be potential LS risk factors.</p>","PeriodicalId":53478,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Women''s Dermatology","volume":"11 2","pages":"e210"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-06-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12136664/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144227602","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Nourine A H Kamili, Jade Howard, Rakan Radi, Loren D Krueger
{"title":"Alopecia as a side effect of fertility treatments in women.","authors":"Nourine A H Kamili, Jade Howard, Rakan Radi, Loren D Krueger","doi":"10.1097/JW9.0000000000000208","DOIUrl":"10.1097/JW9.0000000000000208","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":53478,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Women''s Dermatology","volume":"11 2","pages":"e208"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12119040/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144175548","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
William Fitzmaurice, Jade Howard, Aliyah King, Alexandra Firek, Fatma Zeynep Deligonul, Nanette B Silverberg
{"title":"Systematic Review of Pediatric Photoprotection in Children of Color.","authors":"William Fitzmaurice, Jade Howard, Aliyah King, Alexandra Firek, Fatma Zeynep Deligonul, Nanette B Silverberg","doi":"10.1097/JW9.0000000000000199","DOIUrl":"10.1097/JW9.0000000000000199","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Early childhood sun exposure contributes to lifetime risk of skin cancer. Many individuals from diverse ethnic backgrounds believe their skin tone confers immunity to sun damage; however, evidence of negative outcomes exists. Best practice in photoprotection for children of color is unclear.</p><p><strong>Objective: </strong>We sought to address the risks, benefits, and needs for sun protection and education in children of color.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>An English-language systematic literature review was conducted. Inclusion criteria were data on children of color and content relevant to photodamage and photoprotection.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Photoprotection is needed for children of all skin tones with photosensitivity. Individuals with darker skin tones have more innate photoprotection compared with lighter skin tone individuals, but both have incomplete photoprotection. Risk of nevus formation, skin cancer, and dyspigmentation are universal with varying degrees. Hispanic and Black communities are less likely to practice sun protection. Studies demonstrate need for early, culturally appropriate education about sun exposure in all communities.</p><p><strong>Limitations: </strong>Studies reviewed were of varied design and populations.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>This review determined that photoprotection has benefits for all patients, and the benefits of photoprotection should be taught early to children, caregivers, and parents of all skin tones using culturally appropriate approaches.</p>","PeriodicalId":53478,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Women''s Dermatology","volume":"11 1","pages":"e199"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11893094/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143598538","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Jennifer M Fernandez, Hashim Kaderbhai, Jennifer L Adams, Mary B Adam, Rodney D Adam
{"title":"Current management of skin conditions in Kenya: exploring teledermatology preferences and perspectives among providers.","authors":"Jennifer M Fernandez, Hashim Kaderbhai, Jennifer L Adams, Mary B Adam, Rodney D Adam","doi":"10.1097/JW9.0000000000000196","DOIUrl":"10.1097/JW9.0000000000000196","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Teledermatology programs may help expand access to care for skin conditions in areas that are underserved by dermatologists such as sub-Saharan Africa, but their success requires input from participating providers.</p><p><strong>Objective: </strong>This study assesses teledermatology preferences among healthcare providers in Kenya.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>An anonymous cross-sectional survey of nondermatology providers was conducted in Kenya from January to March 2024 at Aga Khan University Hospital-Nairobi and Kijabe Hospital.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Among the 38 providers, 81.6% were physicians. Patient population was primarily Fitzpatrick skin types V and VI. Almost all (97.4%) regularly encountered patients with skin disorders, yet only 5.3% felt comfortable diagnosing and treating 80 to 100% of these disorders independently. Providers anticipated referring cases of rashes (76.3%), unclear diagnoses (63.2%), and infectious diseases (50%), among others, for teledermatology consultation. Only 10.5% reported utilizing teledermatology, although the majority believed it would be useful (91.9%) and improve patient care (89.5%). Preferred response time was <24 hours (81.6%). Most favored submitting cases via personal cell phones (86.8%), with 87.9% preferring submission through WhatsApp.</p><p><strong>Limitations: </strong>Participants owned smartphones. The survey was distributed via WhatsApp.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Nearly all providers in Kenya see patients with skin conditions, but few utilize teledermatology services. Teledermatology could be extremely beneficial for patients and providers seeking dermatologic expertise.</p>","PeriodicalId":53478,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Women''s Dermatology","volume":"11 1","pages":"e196"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-02-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11801789/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143366801","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Sophia Manduca, Christina S Oh, Michael Ong, Shari R Lipner, Miriam K Pomeranz, Amy K Bieber
{"title":"The risks of pityriasis rosea in pregnancy: a review.","authors":"Sophia Manduca, Christina S Oh, Michael Ong, Shari R Lipner, Miriam K Pomeranz, Amy K Bieber","doi":"10.1097/JW9.0000000000000191","DOIUrl":"10.1097/JW9.0000000000000191","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>This review aims to consolidate available evidence, identify research gaps, and advocate for a more informed approach to the management of pityriasis rosea in pregnant individuals.</p><p><strong>Data sources: </strong>PubMed, Web of Science, and Directory of Open Access Journals were systematically searched based on the keywords \"pityriasis rosea,\" \"pityriasis circinate,\" \"roseola annulate,\" \"herpes tonsurans maculosus,\" \"herald patch,\" and \"pregnancy\" on January 25, 2024 for publications between 1950 to 2024.</p><p><strong>Study selection: </strong>Studies containing outcomes data for pregnant patients with established PR were included. Studies must have been written or translated into English and published in a peer-reviewed journal. Studies which did not pertain to PR in the setting of pregnancy were excluded, as screened by two reviewers. Responses, general informational reviews, and letters to the editor without novel data were also excluded.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Eleven relevant articles were identified, encompassing data from 177 patients. Overall, 81% of patients had favorable outcomes while 19% experienced unfavorable outcomes. PR onset before 15 weeks gestation was associated with a higher rate of unfavorable outcomes (41%), including a 27% rate of spontaneous abortion (SA). Conversely, PR onset after 15 weeks had a lower unfavorable outcome rate (21%), and no instances of SA.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Conflicting data exists regarding the impact of PR on pregnancy outcomes. However, PR onset within the first 15 weeks, widespread lesions, constitutional symptoms, and higher human herpesvirus 6 viral loads may increase the risk of unfavorable outcomes such as SA. Close follow-up and consideration of antiviral treatment are recommended for high-risk patients.</p>","PeriodicalId":53478,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Women''s Dermatology","volume":"11 1","pages":"e191"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-01-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11737478/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143016212","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}