Publications by authors named "Dafni F T Frohman"
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- Erythromelalgia is characterized by severe burning pain and redness in the hands and feet, which is relieved by cold and worsens with heat; this study examined 42 pediatric cases to better understand the condition.* -
- The majority of patients were female, with an average onset age of 12 years, and many had to consult multiple specialists before receiving a diagnosis; cooling methods helped alleviate symptoms, but no specific medication consistently worked.* -
- This research represents one of the largest pediatric studies on erythromelalgia, with findings that align with previous case studies, and efforts are being made to create a registry for further investigation.*
Intersection of Sex and Depression: Pathogenesis, Presentation, and Treatments.
Handb Exp Pharmacol
January 2023
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is a highly prevalent, debilitating disorder. According to the World Health Organization, approximately 5% of adults suffer from depression worldwide and more women than men are affected. Yet, we have a very limited understanding of the pathogenesis of the disease, how sex and genetics influence the pathophenotype of MDD, and how they contribute to the responses to pharmacological treatment.
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