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Camila K Janniger

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PubMed2006

Seborrheic dermatitis: an overview.

Seborrheic dermatitis affects the scalp, central face, and anterior chest. In adolescents and adults, it often presents as scalp scaling (dandruff). Seborrheic dermatitis also may cause mild to marked erythema of the nasolabial fold, often with scaling. Stress can cause flare-ups. The scales are greasy, not dry, as commonly thought. An uncommon generalized form in infants may be linked to immunodeficiencies. Topical therapy primarily consists of antifungal agents and low-potency steroids. New topical calcineurin inhibitors (immunomodulators) sometimes are administered.

Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal↗
PubMed2006

Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome: a multisystem disorder possibly resulting from a pathogenic gene for vascular and tissue overgrowth.

Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome is characterized by a triad of varicose veins, cutaneous capillary malformation, and hypertrophy of bone and soft tissue. Appropriate evaluation and treatment of children displaying features of the disease may minimize morbidity. The clinical appearance, etiology, genetics, diagnostics, and treatment of Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome are herein explored.

Angiogenic Proteins↗
PubMed2006

Tinea capitis: current concepts in clinical practice.

Tinea capitis is a common infection, particularly among young children in urban regions. The infection often is seen in a form with mild scaling and little hair loss, a result of the prominence of Trichophyton tonsurans (the most frequent cause of tinea capitis in the United States). T. tonsurans does not fluoresce under Wood light, unlike the common tinea capitis-causing fungal organisms seen in Europe and many other countries, which emit a green fluorescence. However, T. tonsurans, like other fungi, also may less often produce an intense inflammatory reaction, which is suggestive of an acute bacterial infection.

Alopecia↗
PubMed2005

Intertrigo and common secondary skin infections.

Intertrigo is inflammation of skinfolds caused by skin-on-skin friction. It is a common skin condition affecting opposing cutaneous or mucocutaneous surfaces. Intertrigo may present as diaper rash in children. The condition appears in natural and obesity-created body folds. The friction in these folds can lead to a variety of complications such as secondary bacterial or fungal infections. The usual approach to managing intertrigo is to minimize moisture and friction with absorptive powders such as cornstarch or with barrier creams. Patients should wear light, nonconstricting, and absorbent clothing and avoid wool and synthetic fibers. Physicians should educate patients about precautions with regard to heat, humidity, and outside activities. Physical exercise usually is desirable, but patients should shower afterward and dry intertriginous areas thoroughly. Wearing open-toed shoes can be beneficial for toe web intertrigo. Secondary bacterial and fungal infections should be treated with antiseptics, antibiotics, or antifungals, depending on the pathogens.

Anti-Infective Agents↗
PubMed2005

Insect sting reactions to bees, wasps, and ants.

Abstract Arthropod bites and stings are capable of inflicting injury, inciting allergic reactions, and transmitting systemic disease. Members of the Hymenoptera order are of particular importance because they are nearly ubiquitous in nature, and their stings may cause life-threatening allergic reactions. Stings from bees, wasps, and ants produce a variety of clinical and histological manifestations. Anaphylaxis following an insect sting is the most serious complication. For individuals with a specific allergy to Hymenoptera venom, immunotherapy may be a relatively safe and effective treatment option.

Animals↗
PubMed2005

Skin care of the healthy newborn.

Routine care of a newborn may be an intimidating task for new parents. This routine care includes tending to the skin of the infant. Maintaining a healthy, intact cutaneous barrier is important psychologically for the parent and medically for the child. Clinicians should be able to offer guidance concerning the basics of skin care, to dispel any misconceptions concerning baby products, and to optimize cutaneous integrity for the comfort and well being of the infant.

Diaper Rash↗
PubMed2005

Body dysmorphic disorder: more than meets the eye.

Body dysmorphic disorder is a relatively common yet long unrecognized problem affecting mainly adolescents and young adults of both sexes. It is an obsessive disease of such intensity that it interferes with daily activities. Patients typically focus on imagined major defects in the face, nose, skin or hair. Patients often seek multiple physician assessment, but body dysmorphic disorder may be disabling and even life-threatening as a result of depression and suicidal ideation. Treatment with serotonin reuptake inhibitors and cognitive behavioral therapy may be beneficial in many patients.

Adolescent↗
PubMed2005

Pityriasis alba.

Pityriasis alba (PA) is a common benign condition in children that has no definitive treatment. Its etiology and pathogenesis are still poorly understood. Recent studies have found direct correlations between the incidence of PA and atopy, amount of sun exposure, lack of sunscreen use, and frequency of bathing. It is often an incidental finding on physical examination because it is usually asymptomatic. Although treatment with emollients and mild topical corticosteroids may accelerate the repigmentation, they have limited efficacy. Without intervention, the lesions normally resolve within months to years. Extensive PA and pigmenting PA are rarer variants.

Adolescent↗
PubMed2005

Infantile psoriasis.

Psoriasis is a common inherited papulosquamous dermatosis that may be a diagnostic dilemma, particularly in infants and children. The treatment of children with psoriasis should be handled with caution and tailored according to the child's age, as well as to the extent, distribution, and type of psoriasis.

Diagnosis, Differential↗
PubMed2004

Childhood warts: an update.

Warts are benign intraepidermal neoplasms that are caused by infection with human papillomavirus and commonly affect children and adolescents. The 4 most common types of cutaneous warts are common warts, plantar warts, flat warts, and genital warts. Although they rarely pose a serious health problem, warts can result in physical impairment and psychosocial discomfort. A variety of treatment modalities are employed to treat these growths in children.

Adolescent↗
PubMed2004

Pyogenic granuloma.

Pyogenic granuloma (PG) is an acquired vascular lesion of the skin and mucous membranes common to the pediatric age group. PG appears as a solitary red nodule on the head or neck. The nodule is prone to hemorrhage, and bleeding is often refractory to pressure. The etiology of PG is unknown, but proposed agents include trauma, infection, and preceding dermatoses. Several surgical treatments are available with variable cosmetic results and recurrence rates.

Child↗
PubMed2002

Epidermolysis bullosa simplex.

Blistering is a common occurrence generally caused by moderate or repetitive trauma to the skin. Blistering due to minor trauma is less common and may be associated with a group of heterogeneous genetic diseases called epidermolysis bullosa (EB). The level of vesiculation within the skin defines 3 major subtypes of EB: EB simplex (EBS), dystrophic EB, and junctional EB. We will review the simple type-EBS.

Epidermolysis Bullosa Simplex↗