Sexual quality of life in female patients with acne.

Acne is a common skin disease which can have a negative psychosocial impact on quality of life. Sexual health is an important part of overall health and little is known about the effects of acne on individual sexuality. We aimed to assess the sexual quality of life and general quality of life in female patients with acne and compare to those without acne.

The Impact of Inflammatory and Infectious Diseases of Vulvar on Quality of Life.

Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the effects of vulvar dermatoses (VD) and vulvar infections (VE) on anxiety, depression scores, general, and dermatological quality of life (QOL) of women.

Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional survey on patients diagnosed with VD and VE. All patients were assessed using a sociodemographic form, Skindex-29 scale, World Health Organization QOL (WHOQOL) BREF scale, Hamilton anxiety rating scale (HAM-A), Hamilton depression rating scale (HAM-D).

Dermatological aspects of synthetic cannabinoid addiction.

Context: Synthetic cannabinoids (SCs) have recently become one of the most abused substances among young population and have caused severe health consequences in our country and worldwide.

Objective: The aim of this study was to investigate sociodemographic and dermatological findings in SC addicts.

Materials And Methods: A total of 136 SC users who applied to our hospital's Substance Dependence Center outpatient clinic and diagnosed with drug addiction according to DSM-4 criteria between September 2014 and September 2015 were enrolled to our study.

Scabies Incognito Presenting as a Subcorneal Pustular Dermatosis-like Eruption.

Scabies is a common parasitosis of the skin caused by Sarcoptes scabiei hominis. This infestation occurs in all geographic areas and across all age groups, races, and social classes. Poor economic conditions and lack of proper hygiene are risk factors for the disease.

[An alternative biphasic nutrient medium for the diagnosis of cutaneous leishmaniasis].

Cutaneous leishmaniasis (CL) caused by the Leishmania spp. parasites, is a disease characterized by nodulo-ulcerative lesions in the skin. CL is transmitted to humans by infected sandflies during blood sucking, and is endemic in about 98 countries over the world.

Frequency of body dysmorphic disorder among patients with complaints of hair loss.

Background: Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is a psychiatric condition in which a disabling preoccupation with a non-existent or slight defect in appearance is the main symptom. Hair concerns are frequent in patients with BDD.

Objectives: The purpose of this study was to determine the prevalence of BDD among patients with complaints of hair loss.

Clinical practice trends in cryosurgery: a retrospective study of cutaneous lesions.

Introduction: Cryosurgery is an alternative treatment for many benign, premalignant, and malignant lesions of the skin.

Aim: To review the indications of cryosurgery for cutaneous lesions.

Material And Methods: The retrospective study was based on the assessment of medical records of 1031 dermatology patients who had cryosurgery.

Genital Ulcerative Pyoderma Gangrenosum in Behçet's Disease: A Case Report and Review of the Literature.

Behçet's disease (BD), first described by Hulusi Behcet, is a multisystemic disease characterized by recurrent oral and genital ulcerations, ocular and cutaneous lesions, arthritis and vascular disease. Pyoderma gangrenosum (PG) is a rare, chronic, sterile pustular and progressive ulcerative process of unknown cause; sometimes can participate in the differential diagnosis of Behcet's ulceration. A 33-year-old woman complained a severe genital ulcer.

Epidemiology of pediatric skin diseases in the mid-western Anatolian region of Turkey.

Background: The field of pediatric dermatology has gained importance with the increment of pediatric patients and the discrepancy of their skin diseases with the adult versions. We aimed to describe frequency and distribution of pediatric skin diseases, and the diagnostic procedures and treatments prescribed.

Methods: Cross-sectional epidemiological study.

Insulin resistance in patients with post-adolescent acne.

Background: Post-adolescent acne has been defined as acne in a patient aged >25 years. Acne vulgaris first develops at the onset of puberty as a result of hormonal changes. During puberty, there is a transient decline in insulin sensitivity.

Evaluation of nasal and oropharyngeal flora in patients with acne vulgaris according to treatment options.

The aim of this study was to evaluate changes in nasal and oropharyngeal flora in patients with acne during treatments with tetracycline and isotretinoin. Swab specimens were taken from the right and left nasal cavities and oropharynx of 55 patients with acne and 20 healthy volunteers who were admitted to the dermatology department (Etlik Educational and Research Hospital, Ankara, Turkey) before the administration of treatment and in the third month of treatment. Study participants were divided into four groups as follows: patients with acne on topical treatment only, systemic isotretinoin, and systemic tetracycline, and the control group.

Does pernio cause nail dystrophy?

Pernio is an abnormal inflammatory response to moisture and cold. It is characterized with inflammatory, erythema or violet, painful or itchy cutaneous lesions affecting distal extremities, particularly the fingers and toes. It is more common in women.

Treatment of various types of basal cell carcinoma with topical 5% imiquimod in the elderly who refused surgical intervention: a case series.

Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common non-melanoma skin cancer in the elderly population, causing significant local destruction and image deformities. Although surgical excision is the primary treatment modality, preservation of functions, cosmetic concerns and patient's age, as well as tumor prognostic factors, aid in treatment selection. Topical imiquimod provides immunomodulatory effects by increasing the release of proinflammatory cytokines, and is currently approved and funded for pathologically diagnosed superficial BCC.

A case of septal panniculitis secondary to interferon treatment.

The most common side effects of interferon-beta therapy following subcutaneous administration include pain, inflammation and induration at the injection site, which occur in approximately 20-60% of patients. Besides, transient injection-site erythema is frequently seen in beta-interferon therapy. Less frequent reactions at injection sites include vascular thrombosis, mucinosis, dermal and systemic sclerosis, necrosis, and ulceration.

Erythroderma secondary to gliclazide: a case report.

Erythroderma is generalized exfoliative dermatitis, which involves more than 90% of the patient's skin. The most common cause of erythroderma is exacerbation of an underlying skin disease, malignancies or drug reaction. There is a long list of drugs responsible for erythroderma such as antiepileptics, sulfonamides, antibiotics, and angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors.

An uncommon cause of laser burns: the problem may be the use of gel.

Laser hair removal is the most common procedure which is usually performed on patient's demands. Even though they are usually safe and well tolerated, with the widespread use both expected and unexpected side effects can be seen. Recognizing the source of side effects is an important issue for the laser operator.

Treatment of primary hyperhidrosis with tap water iontophoresis in paediatric patients: a retrospective analysis.

Objectives: Primary hyperhidrosis is an under-recognized condition in children and adolescents. Iontophoresis is the second line of treatment for palmoplantar hyperhidrosis following topical treatment. The studies evaluating the efficacy of iontophoresis in children are limited.

Tumoral melanosis in an adolescent after trauma: a clinicopathological dilemma.

Tumoral melanosis (TM) is a histologic term used to indicate a nodular accumulation of melanophages in the dermis clinically presenting as a pigmented lesion. It is usually associated with regression of melanoma and nonmelanoma melanocytic pigmented lesions. We present the case of a 16-year-old girl with a suspicious pigmented macule on her right knee that appeared after trauma.

Do patients with mild to moderate psoriasis really have a sedentary lifestyle?

The aim of this study was to compare aerobic exercise capacity, daily physical activity, pulmonary functions, resting metabolic rate, and body composition parameters in patients with psoriasis and healthy controls. A total of 60 participants (30 [15 men, 15 women] patients with psoriasis, and 30 [15 men, 15 women] healthy controls) ranging in age from 22-57 were included in the study. Maximal aerobic capacity was determined by Astrand exercise protocol.

Comparison of SHR Mode IPL System with Alexandrite and Nd: YAG Lasers For Leg Hair Reduction.

Objective: Multiple lasers and light sources are currently available for hair removal and many studies comparing efficacy and safety exist. SHR mode IPL is a technique that gives the total energy in divided doses with fewer side effects. We compared a SHR mode IPL system with alexandrite and Nd: YAG lasers for leg hair reduction.

Might psoriasis be a risk factor for obstructive sleep apnea syndrome?

Background: It is believed that psoriasis is a chronic systemic inflammatory disease. Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) is a disease influencing all systems and characterized by intermittent partial or complete obstruction of the upper respiratory tract during sleep. In our study, we aimed to investigate the frequency of OSAS in patients previously diagnosed with psoriasis in order to investigate a potential association between chronic inflammation psoriasis and OSAS.

Evaluation of trace elements, calcium, and magnesium levels in the plasma and erythrocytes of patients with essential hyperhidrosis.

Background: Essential hyperhidrosis is a disease that expresses itself with excessive sweating in palmar, plantar, axillary, and craniofacial regions. The etiopathogenesis of the disease, which has particular importance because of leading to psychosocial morbidity, could have not been completely elucidated. In previous studies, it has been shown that oxidative stress might play a role in the pathogenesis.

No apparent correlation between Behçet's disease and oxidative stress disturbance.

Unlabelled: Behçet's disease (BD) is a chronic, progressive and inflammatory multisystemic disease, that significantly affects the cardiovascular system. Oxidative stress (OS) is a disturbance in oxidant/antioxidant balance in favor of oxidants. The OS that increases acutely and chronically due to the inflammatory process plays an important role in the pathogenesis of the cardiovascular system effects of the disease by causing endothelial dysfunction in vascular structures.

Evaluation of myocardial perfusion and function by gated SPECT in patients with Behçet's disease.

Background: Behçet's disease (BD) is a systemic multi-system vasculitis that can have a wide range of effects on the cardiovascular system.

Objective: To determine the existence of myocardial perfusion defects caused by coronary microvascular dysfunction in BD and to evaluate coronary arterial distribution and left ventricular systolic function by gated single-photon emission computed tomography (SPECT).

Methods: The study population consisted of 23 (15 men and 8 women) patients with BD and 20 healthy controls (12 men and 8 women).

The effect of gastric Helicobacter pylori eradication on recurrent aphthous stomatitis.

Background: Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) has been suggested to be associated with recurrent aphthous stomatitis (RAS) as well as many other diseases.

Methods: We conducted a prospective study on a total of 23 patients with RAS to investigate the relationship between H.