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The document covers various dermatological treatments and conditions.

The document lists various dermatology topics, treatments, and diagnostic methods.

Lupus can cause different skin problems, and treatments like quitting smoking and using certain creams or medicines can help.

A thorough history and examination are crucial for diagnosing skin diseases, which affect up to a third of people. This includes details about skin lesions, medication, general health, lifestyle, family, and contacts, as well as examining the rash, hair, nails, and mucous membranes. Changes in hair and nails can also indicate other medical and skin disorders.

A patient with granuloma annulare experienced both isotopic and isomorphic responses, with skin lesions responding to steroids but relapsing after stopping treatment.

A man had rare skin tumors with bone formation and cholesterol deposits.

A man developed a rare skin condition and drug-induced lupus, highlighting the need for biopsy in diagnosing skin issues caused by sunlight.

Treating generalized granuloma annulare is difficult, with PUVA being the most effective option, but relapses are common.

UVB is good for a skin condition in Asian kids, a lotion works for head lice, a drug helps with a skin blistering disorder, a foam reduces itchiness in skin inflammation, birthmarks can be more widespread, and criteria for a neurocutaneous disorder were agreed upon.

Using animal names for skin conditions helps with learning and memory.

Melanin-rich skin has unique challenges in diagnosing and treating skin diseases.

Tinea capitis, a scalp fungal infection in children, is best treated with newer antifungal agents for shorter periods.

Two new signs, 'signet ring vessels' and 'hidden hairs,' help tell apart scalp psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis.

English springer spaniels are more prone to severe sebaceous adenitis than standard poodles.

COVID-19 can cause various skin issues, like rashes and lesions, which are more common in younger patients and can be linked to more severe complications.

Dermoscopy is effective for diagnosing various skin infestations and infections.

Reflectance confocal microscopy is useful for diagnosing and monitoring skin diseases, but it has limitations and requires expertise for correct use.

A Nigerian baby with neonatal lupus got better with treatment by 6 months.

The black orchid Brasiliorchis schunkeana produces chemicals that attract certain insects and have potential antimicrobial properties.

Hair loss is common in autoimmune diseases and can be an early sign of the condition, often requiring prompt treatment to prevent permanent damage.

Different rheumatological diseases can cause specific skin problems.

Biologics show promise in treating various stubborn skin diseases, but more research and better reimbursement criteria are needed.

Skin problems are common in lupus patients and should be treated early to prevent worsening.

Patients with cutaneous lupus erythematosus have a severely impaired quality of life, especially emotionally.

Pili torti is a rare condition where hair is twisted and breaks easily, often linked to genetic disorders or other health issues.

Oral lichen planus is a chronic disease causing mouth discomfort and sometimes needs immunosuppressive treatment.

Topical imiquimod is as effective as 5-fluorouracil for treating actinic keratosis, with about a 5% risk of it turning into squamous cell carcinoma.

The document concludes that skin biopsies, genetic and environmental factors, and specific treatments are important in managing cutaneous lupus erythematosus.

Shrinking skin cancer increases the chance of cancer in nearby lymph nodes.

A young man was initially misdiagnosed with a scalp condition but was found to have a fungal infection, which improved with antifungal treatment.