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July 2002 in “ Australasian Journal of Dermatology ”

Elizabeth Chow

systemic lupus erythematosus SLE skin necrosis anticoagulation antiphospholipid syndrome APS non-scarring alopecia hydroxychloroquine phenol-formaldehyde resins type IV hypersensitivity core peptide CP lupus blood thinners hair loss Plaquenil allergic reaction peptide

TLDR Maintaining anticoagulation is crucial for patients with antiphospholipid syndrome.

The document reviewed various books and included letters to the editor, with notable medical case studies. One case involved a 34-year-old woman with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) who developed skin necrosis after stopping warfarin, emphasizing the importance of maintaining anticoagulation in antiphospholipid syndrome (APS). Another case described a lupus erythematosus patient experiencing non-scarring alopecia, treated successfully with hydroxychloroquine. Additionally, a Finnish study found 3.1% of 360 patients allergic to phenol-formaldehyde resins, and an animal trial showed core peptide (CP) reduced type IV hypersensitivity. The book "Physical Signs in Dermatology" was highlighted for its clinical utility, though noted as expensive and best suited for early dermatology trainees. Upcoming dermatology events were also mentioned.

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