Vitiligo and Lichen Planus, two common dermatologic disorders, are expected to coexist. This leads to diverse theories regarding their immunopathogenesis linkage. In this case, we report a twenty-year-old man suffering from simultaneous lichen planus and vitiligo which were both generalized at the time of observation and also concomitant throughout their entire course of progression. Lichen Pla...

Research in recent years has shown that sphingolipids are essential signalling molecules for the proper biological and structural functioning of cells. Long-term studies on the metabolism of sphingolipids have provided evidence for their role in the pathogenesis of a number of diseases. As many inflammatory diseases, such as lysosomal storage disorders and some dermatologic diseases, including ...

The genus Artemisia contains dozens of species known as “Mugworts” which have recently been marketed novel ingredients in the treatment dermatologic diseases and enhancement skin health. Over 100 products include Mugwort derivatives claiming to “repair heal skin” “make clean clear.” Due conflicting evidence eruption usage, we performed a systematic review available literature concerning topical...

OBJECTIVES To examine factors associated with compliance with dermatologic treatment. DESIGN Longitudinal study. Quality of life and psychological well-being were measured before the dermatologic visit with a self-completed questionnaire. Telephone interviews were performed 3 days and 4 weeks after the visit to evaluate patient satisfaction and medication adherence, respectively. SETTING Ou...

BACKGROUND Dermatology signs serve as important clues to primary skin disorders and internal conditions. OBJECTIVE AND METHODS To highlight major cutaneous signs based on a MEDLINE literature search from 1966 to March 2006. RESULTS AND CONCLUSIONS A multitude of signs exist in dermatology. Appreciation and knowledge of cutaneous signs will enhance the care of patients with dermatologic mani...

OBJECTIVE(S) Infection with the human T-cell lymphotrophic virus type-I (HTLV-I) is endemic in Mashhad, Iran. In our research we evaluated the relation between exposure to this infection and the occurrence of dermatologic manifestations. MATERIALS AND METHODS 100 blood donors, who were seropositive but asymptomatic for infection with HTLV-I, were selected as case group. They were identified b...

DERMATOLOGIC MEDICATIONS. By M. R. Lerner and A. B. Lerner. Chicago, The Yearbook Publisher, 1960. 208 pp. $6.00. The renaissance in dermatology which is being led by a small group of research-trained clinical dermatologists has produced much new basic scientific knowledge and a distinct improvement in patient care. The achievements of the authors of the present volume place them in the forefro...