Trichoscopy pattern in alopecia areata: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: The incidence of alopecia areata (AA) has increased over the last few decades. Trichoscopy is a noninvasive procedure performed in dermatology clinics and is a helpful tool in determining the correct diagnosis of hair loss presentations.

Objective: Through mapping the researches that have been done to represent the spectrum of trichoscopic findings in AA and to identify the most characteristic patterns.

Brodalumab-Induced Eczematous Reactions in Psoriasis Patients: Management With Switching to Risankizumab.

Biological treatments targeting IL-17 are highly efficacious with rapid onset of action in psoriasis. Cutaneous adverse events are associated with different biological treatments, including paradoxical psoriasis and eczematous reactions. Brodalumab was previously suggested as an alternative treatment option in psoriasis patients who developed dermatitis or paradoxical psoriasis while on a biologic.

Trichoscopy pattern and evaluation of serum vitamin D status in alopecia areata.

Background: Vitamin D (VD) insufficiency has been linked to a number of autoimmune illnesses including, alopecia areata (AA). To distinguish between clinically common hair problems, trichoscopy is a beneficial non-invasive, rapid, and affordable procedure that is yet neglected.

Objective: to evaluate trichoscopic patterns and severity in various clinical categories of AA considering vitamin D level (VDL).

An Analysis of Aesthetic Concerns Identified by Video Conferencing.

Background During and after the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, there was a significant increase in the demand for aesthetic procedures nationwide. We believe that one of the factors contributing to this increase was the use of video conferencing apps. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to analyze the aesthetic concerns that were identified by video conferencing.

Vitamin D Levels in Patients with and without Acne and Its Relation to Acne Severity: A Case-Control Study.

Background: Vitamin D plays a significant role in the function of the immune system and it influences many dermatological diseases such as psoriasis and atopic dermatitis. The prevalence of vitamin D deficiency is growing globally, with around 30-50% of people are known to have low levels of vitamin D. Acne vulgaris is a common inflammatory disorder of the pilosebaceous unit.

Biologics and small molecules in patients with scalp psoriasis: a systematic review.

Background: Scalp psoriasis is common in psoriasis patients, difficult to treat and manifests a significant burden on quality of life.

Objective: Efficacy assessment of biologics and small molecules in scalp psoriasis with reported safety and quality of life.

Methods: Biological therapies and small molecules licensed for treatment of plaque psoriasis are assessed.

Hypertrophic lichen planus - successful treatment with acitretin.

Lichen planus classifies into different subtypes according to morphology and location. Hypertrophic LP (HLP) manifests a great challenge due to persistent itching, the risk to develop into squamous cell carcinoma and therapeutic resistance. We report two clinical cases exemplary for the successful treatment of dramatic-resistant HLP with acitretin.

Lichen planus of the lower limbs: successful treatment with psoralen cream plus ultraviolet A photochemotherapy.

Lichen planus (LP) classifies into different subtypes depending on morphology and localization. Localized LP of the lower limb (LPLL) manifests a great challenge due to persistent itching, therapeutic resistance and the risk to develop into SCC. We report two cases with LPLL refractory to standard topical therapy, which were successfully treated with psoralen cream plus UVA photochemotherapy (cream-PUVA).

Successful treatment of nail lichen planus with alitretinoin: report of 2 cases and review of the literature.

Background: Treatment of nail lichen planus (LP) is difficult and an optimal therapy is lacking.

Objective: To report additional cases to the scant existing literature to learn more about therapeutic options for nail LP.

Methods: A regimen of 30 mg alitretinoin daily in 2 cases of nail LP over a period of 9 and 8 months, respectively.