Publications by authors named "John Christopher Trinidad"

Background: Current understanding of the etiology, natural history, and outcomes of acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP) has been limited, with most available studies consisting of small or heterogenous cohorts.

Objectives: The aim of this study was to further characterize associated factors and disease outcomes of AGEP.

Methods: A cross-sectional study design was employed with formal inclusion and causality criteria.

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Nonpurulent cellulitis lacks a gold standard to distinguish noninfectious sources of inflammation. Two models have been created that evaluate cellulitis. The ALT-70 model was created to reduce the overdiagnosis of cellulitis and provide clinical direction.

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Article Synopsis
  • - Factitial Dermatitis (FD) is challenging to diagnose since patients create their own skin lesions and often give misleading medical histories.
  • - A study at Ohio State University examined records from 2012 to 2017 and identified 32 patients with FD out of 189 candidates, finding a higher prevalence among females and lesions often on upper extremities.
  • - Understanding the distinct patterns of FD presentation can lead to faster diagnoses and better resource management in hospitals, ultimately enhancing patient care.
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