A Comprehensive Literature Review on the Effects of Formaldehyde on the Upper Respiratory Tract.

Prolonged exposure to indoor air pollutants at high concentrations can have adverse health effects on the respiratory system of individuals who spend most of their time indoors. Formaldehyde (FA) is a common indoor air pollutant because of its extensive use in household products such as cleaners, floorings, and furnishings. As a chemical, FA is highly water soluble and reactive.

Peripheral Nerve Stimulation for a Refractory Case of Postherpetic Neuralgia in the Upper Limb: A Case Report.

Postherpetic neuralgia (PHN) is a chronic neuropathic pain syndrome that is a direct consequence of the reactivation of varicella zoster virus (VZV). It manifests as neuropathic pain, which is pain that occurs because of dysfunction or damage of the nerves that carry sensations to the brain, and this typically persists for months to years after herpes zoster. Current conservative management for PHN includes a combination of topical agents (i.

Excision of Invasive Squamous Cell Carcinoma Complicated by Osteomyelitis and Tobacco Use: A Case Report.

Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is a common type of skin cancer that can be treated through surgical excision using Mohs micrographic surgery (MMS) which results in minimal scarring and low complications. Soft tissue defects as a result of MMS that are too large to be primarily closed can be repaired with secondary intention healing through the use of biologic prosthetics that promote dermal regeneration and tissue remodeling with high success rates. Other non-surgical treatment options include chemotherapy (topical or systemic), radiation, or immunotherapy for advanced skin cancers.