Publications by authors named "Nada J Alghamdi"
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- Zoledronic acid is an intravenous bisphosphonate that treats bone disorders by reducing bone resorption and increasing bone mineral density, helping prevent fractures.
- The FDA approves it for osteoporosis in both postmenopausal women and men, generally showing good tolerability with mild side effects being musculoskeletal or gastrointestinal.
- A unique case is presented where a 64-year-old female had a delayed hypersensitivity reaction to a hyaluronic acid dermal filler after receiving zoledronic acid, highlighting a previously unreported interaction.
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- Cutaneous polyarteritis nodosa (cPAN) is a rare form of vasculitis that affects small and medium-sized arteries in the skin, primarily causing ulceronecrotic lesions.
- Diagnosis is confirmed through a skin biopsy, showing a specific type of inflammation called leukocytoclastic vasculitis.
- A case study of a 14-year-old girl highlights the need for proper diagnosis and treatment, where she improved after receiving pentoxifylline and topical clobetasol propionate.