An Observational Study Comparing the Number, the Localization and the Dermoscopic Patterns of Melanocytic Nevi in Cutaneous Melanoma and Basal Cell Carcinoma Patients.

Context: Number of nevi is a risk factor for melanoma and basal cell carcinoma. Studies suggest that the dermoscopic pattern of nevi of melanoma patients may differ from healthy individuals. Similar data in patients with basal cell carcinoma is missing.

Nicolau Syndrome Secondary to Subcutaneous Glatiramer Acetate Injection.

Nicolau syndrome, also known as embolia cutis medicamentosa, is a rare complication of injectable drugs. Patients present with pain at injection site, followed by swelling, erythema, purple, hemorrhagic patches and lastly ulcer formation. A variety of intramuscular agents have been implicated as responsible.