Erythromelalgia. Part I: Pathogenesis, clinical features, evaluation, and complications.

Erythromelalgia is a rare pain disorder that is underrecognized and difficult-to-treat. It is characterized by episodes of extremity erythema and pain that can be disabling; it may be genetic, related to an underlying systemic disease, or idiopathic. Considering the prominent cutaneous features characteristic of the condition, dermatologists can play an important role in early recognition and limitation of morbidity.

Erythromelalgia. Part II: Differential diagnoses and management.

The management of erythromelalgia is challenging and requires multidisciplinary effort. Patient education is crucial as unsafe self-administered cooling techniques can lead to significant morbidity, including acral necrosis, infection, and amputation. The goal of management is pain control, reduction of flare frequency, and prevention of complications.

The diverse methods of bleomycin delivery in cutaneous warts: A literature review.

Bleomycin is a useful treatment option for recalcitrant verrucae. Several different methods of bleomycin delivery have been described, including intralesional injection, intralesional injection combined with laser, microneedling, multiple puncture and adhesive tape. We reviewed the literature to evaluate the various methods of bleomycin administration to treat warts, including the different doses, instruments and procedures used.

An Uncommon Presentation of Extrahepatic Cholestasis due to Single Biliary Stricture From Kaposi Sarcoma.

Kaposi sarcoma is one of the acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) defining diseases. AIDS-associated Kaposi sarcoma affects primarily the skin and the lungs. Although gastrointestinal involvement is relatively common, biliary tract involvement has rarely been reported.