Bipolar herpes simplex infection in an human immunodeficiency virus-infected individual.

Herpes simplex infection is the most common infection among the human immunodeficiency virus-infected individuals. However, the atypical manifestations of herpes simplex virus may confound even an astute physician. Hand involvement is rarely associated with genital herpes infection and the involvement of widespread areas healing with debilitating scarring is uncommon.

Consensus Guidelines on Opening Up of Aesthetic Practices in India During the COVID-19 Era.

Introduction: The COVID-19 is a pandemic which has affected most people directly or indirectly. It being a communicable disease, the best way to control the disease is to prevent its spread. Lockdown in India has resulted in aesthetic practices all over the country being shut down indefinitely.

A comparative study of various modalities in the treatment of keloids.

Introduction: Treatment of keloids is a challenge as a result of paucity of effective treatment modalities, significant side effects, and their recurrent nature. In this study, various treatment modalities were compared to search for a treatment option with maximum efficacy and minimum side effects.

Methods: One hundred patients were recruited into five treatment groups of 20 patients in each.

Intralesional Vitamin D Injection in the Treatment of Recalcitrant Warts: A Novel Proposition.

Background: Verruca vulgaris (viral warts) is a fairly common condition with a plethora of treatment options having variable success rates. Recalcitrant warts are refractory to treatment with often disappointing response and high recurrence rates. Lately, treatment with intralesional injections has gained momentum due to its effectiveness in clearing warts by stimulating the cell-mediated immunity.