COVID-19 is an ongoing multisystemic viral infection, which affects both adults and children. The virus has a complicated not fully understood pathophysiological mechanism of damaging different organs systems, including the skin. Cutaneous manifestations classification by great variety lesions histological appearances, neither specific. Herein, thorough overview clinical pathological peculiarit...

In Brazil there is no classification of dermatological products by the presence of vehicles with sensitizing potential. The objective of this study is to create a database to classify such products based on the absence of the selected allergens, aiming at making it available for medical consultation. We conducted an observational study, from the content of labels and/or inserts on the compositi...

patients and myself suggest that mebrophenhydramine is superior to others currently available. This is based on the speed and completeness of response in a large proportion of allergic patients, the scope of the conditions satisfactorily treated and the small incidence of side effects. The results obtained in the four patients with neurodermatitis warrants a fuller investigation of the treatmen...

Peter G. Fisher, DVM, DABVP (Exotic Companion Mammal) Pet Care Veterinary Hospital, Virginia Beach, VA, USA Dermatological conditions are common in the exotic companion mammal. Causes may include ectoparasitism, underlying endocrine disease, infectious agents (bacterial, viral, fungal), conditions related to anatomy such as obesity or pain from osteoarthritis that inhibits grooming behavior, en...

Furthermore, dermatological changes frequently present on the foot in older adults (Best Practice Statement, 2012). Skin and nail conditions can be a cause of distress and embarrassment due to their cosmetic appearance. Moreover, many of these skin and nail conditions can negatively impact on skin integrity increasing the risk of secondary complications including: 8 Tissue breakdown 8 Infection...

Topical corticosteroids and especially betamethasone valerate (BMV) have been used topically to relieve many inflammatory skin conditions such as psoriasis and atopic dermatitis. The vehicle used to deliver topical drugs can influence the performance of these topical applications. BMV has traditionally been available in creams, ointments, lotions and sprays. In the early 2000s, a topical hydroe...

Dermatological non disease, popularly known as body dysmorphic disorder is encountered among 9-15% of patients visiting a dermatology clinic. It results in significant emotional distress and can be associated with other psychiatric disorders. Unfortunately the diagnosis is often missed. Patients insist on undergoing cosmetological procedures but are invariably dissatisfied with the results. Thi...