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What Syndrome Caused These Palmar Pits?
09/15/2021
Melissa A. Nickles, BA; Kurt A. Ashack, MD, MHS; Amor Khachemoune, MD, FAAD, FACMS
A 14-year-old Hispanic boy presented to the dermatology clinic with multiple asymptomatic, circular indentations on both palms after immersing his hands in water.
A 14-year-old Hispanic boy presented to the dermatology clinic with multiple asymptomatic, circular indentations on both palms after immersing his hands in water.
A 14-year-old Hispanic boy...
09/15/2021
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Derm Dx
What Is This Papule?
07/11/2021
Sabrina Lichon Bennett, MD; Amor Khachemoune, MD, FAAD, FACMS; Vanessa Lichon, MD; Karl Napekoski, MD
A 33-year-old woman presented to the clinic complaining of a “firm spot” on her left cheek that rapidly grew and stabilized over the course of approximately 6 weeks.
A 33-year-old woman presented to the clinic complaining of a “firm spot” on her left cheek that rapidly grew and stabilized over the course of approximately 6 weeks.
A 33-year-old woman presented to...
07/11/2021
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Derm Dx
What Is the Underlying Cause of These Exophytic Lesions?
05/09/2021
A 102-year-old African American woman presented to the dermatology clinic for initial management of lesions on her right medial foot. The lesions had been present for several weeks, and the patient was unable to recall any preceding trauma,...
A 102-year-old African American woman presented to the dermatology clinic for initial management of lesions on her right medial foot. The lesions had been present for several weeks, and the patient was unable to recall any preceding trauma,...
A 102-year-old African American...
05/09/2021
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Derm Dx
What Is This Hyperpigmented Scalp Nodule?
03/11/2021
Karen Heidelberg, MD; Adam Richardson, DO; Ciara Grayson, MD, MS
Figure 1 Case Report A 75-year-old African American woman presented to the clinic with a history of a slowly growing asymptomatic nodule on the right anterior scalp over a few months. Physical exam...
Figure 1 Case Report A 75-year-old African American woman presented to the clinic with a history of a slowly growing asymptomatic nodule on the right anterior scalp over a few months. Physical exam...
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03/11/2021
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Democratizing the Dermatology Residency Application Process: Is a Shelf Exam the Solution?
10/07/2024
Aamir N. Hussain, MD, MAPP
The implementation of a dedicated shelf exam for dermatology can help standardize fourth-year rotations, leveling the playing field for students from less-prestigious medical schools and helping them demonstrate their enthusiasm for our...
The implementation of a dedicated shelf exam for dermatology can help standardize fourth-year rotations, leveling the playing field for students from less-prestigious medical schools and helping them demonstrate their enthusiasm for our...
The implementation of a...
10/07/2024
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Managing Nail Psoriasis and Nail Lichen Planus
09/25/2024
Jessica Garlewicz
A literature review was conducted to explore recent studies focusing on diagnostic approaches and treatment options for nail psoriasis and nail lichen planus.
A literature review was conducted to explore recent studies focusing on diagnostic approaches and treatment options for nail psoriasis and nail lichen planus.
A literature review was...
09/25/2024
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What Is the Scaly Erythematous Plaque on the Left Upper Cheek?
10/07/2024
Aamir N. Hussain, MD, MAPP; Amor Khachemoune, MD, FAAD, FACMS; Tebyan Khalfalla, BS
A 96-year-old woman presented to the dermatology clinic with a scaly plaque on her left cheek that had been there for many years.
A 96-year-old woman presented to the dermatology clinic with a scaly plaque on her left cheek that had been there for many years.
A 96-year-old woman presented to...
10/07/2024
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Cover Story
Dermatology Disruptors: Next-Generation Skin Microbiome Testing and Bacteriophage Therapy
10/07/2024
Seaver L. Soon, MD; Nathan Brown, PhD
This precision medicine approach to inflammatory skin disease prioritizes a view of the skin microbiome by utilizing bacteriophage therapy, the viruses that target and destroy specific strains of bacteria, based on individual patient skin...
This precision medicine approach to inflammatory skin disease prioritizes a view of the skin microbiome by utilizing bacteriophage therapy, the viruses that target and destroy specific strains of bacteria, based on individual patient skin...
This precision medicine approach...
10/07/2024
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Atopic dermatitis
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Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis Management
11/11/2024
Riya Gandhi, MA
1. What alternative therapies does Dr Lisa Swanson suggest for children who have difficulty adhering to topical treatment regimens?a) Antibioticsb) Injectable or oral medicationsc) UV light therapyd) Homeopathic remedies2. According to Dr...
1. What alternative therapies does Dr Lisa Swanson suggest for children who have difficulty adhering to topical treatment regimens?a) Antibioticsb) Injectable or oral medicationsc) UV light therapyd) Homeopathic remedies2. According to Dr...
1. What alternative therapies...
11/11/2024
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Clinical Implications of Type 2 Inflammation in Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria
09/21/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Evaluate your understanding of disease fluctuation, neuroimmune signaling, cytokine biology, and targeted therapeutic strategies in chronic spontaneous urticaria.
Evaluate your understanding of disease fluctuation, neuroimmune signaling, cytokine biology, and targeted therapeutic strategies in chronic spontaneous urticaria.
Evaluate your understanding of...
09/21/2026
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Understanding Type 2 Inflammatory Mechanisms in Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria
09/14/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Test your understanding of cytokine signaling, mast cell biology, neuroimmune interactions, and the mechanisms that drive chronic spontaneous urticaria.
Test your understanding of cytokine signaling, mast cell biology, neuroimmune interactions, and the mechanisms that drive chronic spontaneous urticaria.
Test your understanding of...
09/14/2026
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Pediatric AD Quiz: Biologic Therapy Challenges in Children
08/10/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Assess your understanding of biologic therapy in pediatric atopic dermatitis with this expert quiz. Explore practical barriers to treatment, considerations for young children and caregivers, and real-world factors that influence successful...
Assess your understanding of biologic therapy in pediatric atopic dermatitis with this expert quiz. Explore practical barriers to treatment, considerations for young children and caregivers, and real-world factors that influence successful...
Assess your understanding of...
08/10/2026
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Pediatric AD Quiz: When to Escalate to Systemic Therapy
08/10/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Test your knowledge of treatment escalation in pediatric atopic dermatitis. This clinical quiz explores when topical therapy is no longer sufficient and when to initiate systemic treatment in children.
Test your knowledge of treatment escalation in pediatric atopic dermatitis. This clinical quiz explores when topical therapy is no longer sufficient and when to initiate systemic treatment in children.
Test your knowledge of treatment...
08/10/2026
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Type 2 Endotypes and Therapeutic Strategy in Prurigo Nodularis
06/25/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Assess advanced concepts in type 2 inflammatory endotypes, shared therapeutic pathways, and practical treatment approaches in prurigo nodularis.
Assess advanced concepts in type 2 inflammatory endotypes, shared therapeutic pathways, and practical treatment approaches in prurigo nodularis.
Assess advanced concepts in type...
06/25/2026
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Fibrosis and Persistent Itch in Prurigo Nodularis
06/15/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Test your clinical understanding of fibrotic remodeling and the mechanisms underlying persistent itch and chronic disease activity in prurigo nodularis.
Test your clinical understanding of fibrotic remodeling and the mechanisms underlying persistent itch and chronic disease activity in prurigo nodularis.
Test your clinical understanding...
06/15/2026
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Neuroimmune Mechanisms and Cytokine Signaling in Prurigo Nodularis
06/05/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Explore advanced concepts in neuroimmune communication, cytokine-driven itch amplification, and fibrotic signaling pathways involved in prurigo nodularis.
Explore advanced concepts in neuroimmune communication, cytokine-driven itch amplification, and fibrotic signaling pathways involved in prurigo nodularis.
Explore advanced concepts in...
06/05/2026
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Predicting Disease Severity and Persistence in Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis
04/15/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Test your expertise in identifying risk factors for persistent pediatric atopic dermatitis and understanding the interplay between barrier dysfunction and immune dysregulation.
Test your expertise in identifying risk factors for persistent pediatric atopic dermatitis and understanding the interplay between barrier dysfunction and immune dysregulation.
Test your expertise in...
04/15/2026
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Type 2 Inflammation and Early Systemic Therapy in Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis
04/05/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Assess advanced clinical reasoning in pediatric atopic dermatitis, including implications of type 2 inflammation for diagnosis, treatment timing, and systemic therapy decisions.
Assess advanced clinical reasoning in pediatric atopic dermatitis, including implications of type 2 inflammation for diagnosis, treatment timing, and systemic therapy decisions.
Assess advanced clinical...
04/05/2026
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Disease Heterogeneity in PN
03/15/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Challenge your understanding of direct and indirect cytokine–nerve interactions and mechanical hypersensitivity of type 2 signaling in prurigo nodularis.
Challenge your understanding of direct and indirect cytokine–nerve interactions and mechanical hypersensitivity of type 2 signaling in prurigo nodularis.
Challenge your understanding of...
03/15/2026
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