Contact Dermatitis
Article
Eczematous-type Multiple Drug Allergy From Isoniazid and Ethambutol With Positive Patch Test Results
Multiple drug allergy (MDA) is characterized by hypersensitivity to 2 or more chemically unrelated drugs. Multiple drug allergy from simultaneous...
Cosmetic Corner
Cosmetic Corner: Dermatologists Weigh in on Face Washes
Leading dermatologists offered their recommendations on the top face washes. See what they’re recommending to their patients and why.
Original Research
Modern Moisturizer Myths, Misconceptions, and Truths
Xerosis is a highly prevalent condition that can be caused by environmental factors, age, or various diseases.
Article
Linear Neutrophilic Dermatitis: A Seasonal Outbreak of Paederus Dermatitis in Upper Egypt
In this retrospective study, we investigated a mysterious acute linear eruption that was reported yearly in 300 Egyptian patients, with peaks in...
Article
Shiitake Dermatitis: A Report of 3 Cases and Review of the Literature
Shiitake mushroom–induced toxicoderma, or shiitake dermatitis, is a widely recognized phenomenon in Japan, China, and Korea but only recently has...
Contact Dermatitis
Insect Repellents and Contact Urticaria: Differential Response to DEET and Picaridin
Topical insect repellent is commonly used throughout the world. Active ingredients typically include N,N-diethyl-meta-toluamide (DEET) or...
Original Research
Reduced Burning and Stinging Associated With Topical Application of Lactic Acid 10% With Strontium Versus Ammonium Lactate 12%
Burning and/or stinging is one of the most common concerns expressed by patients using topical therapies for treatment of dermatologic disorders....
Article
All-trans-retinoic AcidInduced Scrotal Ulcers in a Patient With Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia
Acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL) accounts for 10% of acute myelocytic leukemias and is characterized by t(15;17) that produces the PML-RARα (...
Article
A Unique Case of Subacute Radiodermatitis
Subacute radiodermatitis is a rare cutaneous disease induced by ionizing radiation. It often is mistaken for contact dermatitis, fixed drug erup...
Environmental Dermatology
Botanical Briefs: Comfrey (Symphytum officinale)
Commonly known as comfrey, Symphytum officinale (family Boraginaceae) has a long traditional use as a poultice to promote wound healing and...
Photo Challenge
What Is Your Diagnosis? Argyria
A 66-year-old woman presented to the emergency department with chest pain and dyspnea. Her skin was gray in color, particularly on the face and...