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Read More DERMASCOPE -IS IT WORTH THE INVESTMENT?

DERMASCOPE -IS IT WORTH THE INVESTMENT?

Introduction The term “dermoscopy,” first coined by Friedman is also known as dermatoscopy, epiluminescence microscopy, or surface microscopy. It is a simple, noninvasive and practical technique in which a dermoscope, a handheld device with 10x magnification, is used to examine skin. Aptly called as “The dermatologist’s stethoscope”, it is a relatively young, dynamic and exciting field. …

Read More Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Clinical Guidelines    

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Clinical Guidelines    

The lack of awareness of PCOS among patients and health care professionals made 70% of women with PCOS remain undiagnosed- Australian study1 Introduction Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrinological abnormality in patients with acne with an incidence of 5–10%, Around 30% of all patients with PCOS show clinical features of acne together …

Read More Pediculosis Corporis: Really a Disease of the Dirty?

Pediculosis Corporis: Really a Disease of the Dirty?

Pediculosis corporis, also known as Pediculosis vestimenti and Vagabond’s disease is a cutaneous condition caused by body lice (Pediculus corporis) that lay their eggs in the seams of clothing.   Pediculosis pubis is usually sexually transmitted, and can extend beyond the pubic area to involve other areas of the body, including the eyelashes (pediculosis ciliaris). …

Read More DISSEMINATED Histoplasmosis in an Immunocompetent Female

DISSEMINATED Histoplasmosis in an Immunocompetent Female

Case Report: A 40year old housewife presented with the complaints of recurrent episodes of high grade fever from 3 months and asymptomatic skin colored papular eruptions over the central face for last 1 and 1/2 month. Subsequently, the similar papules had appeared over chest, abdomen, back and upper limbs. There was no history of breathlessness, …

Read More Ochronosis a Rising Concern for Dermatologists

Ochronosis a Rising Concern for Dermatologists

Exogenous Ochronosis (EO) is avoidable dermatitis, on the rise cause of unjustified use of topical hydroquinone; it is mainly encountered in melasma patients on triple therapy and is turning out to be a menace cause of difficulty in its treatment. Phenol is also known to a cause the condition. Pathologically, a microscopic deposition of yellow (ocher-colored) …

Read More Rosacea

Rosacea

 Rosacea is a common facial disorder characterized by centrofacial erythema, flushing, telangiectasia, edema, papules, and pustules. Types: Erythematotelangiectatic rosacea(ETR)- Flushing and persistent central facial erythema Papulopustular rosacea(PPR) – Constant erythema and transient pustules and papules in the central facial distribution Phymatous rosacea – Overgrowth and hyperplasia of sebaceous glands in certain facial areas causing disfigurement. …

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