Publications by authors named "Parnia Forouzan"

Mpox, previously referred to as monkeypox, was recently deemed a public health emergency in 2022. Our understanding of potential secondary cutaneous manifestations in the setting of this infection is still evolving. We report a rare case of a man who presented with erythematous, painful subcutaneous nodules on his extremities in the setting of recent mpox infection.

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Green nail syndrome is a form of chromonychia, discoloration of the nail plate, that describes fingernails or toenails that are green in appearance. Bacterial-associated green nail syndrome, referred to as chloronychia, is most common; however, fungal and polymicrobial etiologies have been reported. Two 70-year-old women presented with green discoloration of their nails for over five months; both women had prior unsuccessful treatments and were referred for further evaluation and treatment.

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Parrot beak nail dystrophy is an excessive forward curvature of the nail plate that can affect both fingernails and toenails. Few cases have been reported since its original description in 1971; however, the incidence is estimated to be 2.5% in healthy individuals.

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Basal cell carcinoma is the most common cutaneous neoplasm. Calcinosis cutis is the deposition of calcium within the dermis. An 80-year-old man presented with a pearly nodule on his left nasal ala; a shave biopsy confirmed the diagnosis of a nodular basal cell carcinoma with calcinosis cutis, which was removed with Mohs micrographic surgery.

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Methyl ethyl ketone is an organic solvent commonly used in adhesives and paints. Overexposure to methyl ethyl ketone can irritate the central nervous system, eyes, and respiratory system. When in direct contact with skin, methyl ethyl ketone can lead to dryness and cracking of the skin.

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Erythrasma is a bacterial infection of the skin typically caused by Corynebacterium minutissimum. This pathogen infects the stratum corneum in warm and wet areas of the skin. Most commonly, the axillary, inguinal, and interdigital regions are affected.

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Alopecia areata is a non-scarring hair loss that commonly presents on the scalp. In men, when this condition results in facial hair loss on the cheek, jaw, and neck, it is referred to as beard alopecia areata. Beard alopecia areata can be associated with autoimmune conditions, such as diabetes mellitus, thyroid disorders, and vitiligo.

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Alopecia areata is an inflammatory, non-scarring hair loss associated with autoimmune conditions. It is more commonly seen with thyroid disorders and vitiligo, but alopecia areata has also been linked to diabetes, psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, and systemic lupus erythematosus. Indeed, individuals with alopecia areata have an increased risk of developing systemic lupus erythematosus.

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Article Synopsis
  • Erythema ab igne is a skin condition caused by prolonged heat exposure, historically related to fireplaces and stoves, but now also linked to items like heaters and laptops.
  • A case study of a 48-year-old woman showed that her skin lesions were due to a space heater, and they improved once the heater was removed.
  • Recognizing thermal-associated skin conditions is crucial for proper diagnosis, considering factors like patient history, lesion appearance, and potentially skin biopsy results.
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Statin medications [3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A (HMG-CoA) reductase inhibitors] are generally used to treat hypercholesterolemia. Lichenoid drug eruptions are a potential cutaneous side effect of medications including antibiotics, antimalarials, and statins. This drug eruption can mimic features of idiopathic lichen planus in clinical presentation and pathology.

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