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Malignant Melanoma

First Derm

Malignant Melanoma Medically reviewed by The Dermatologists and written by Dr. Alexander Börve In A Nutshell Common More than 200,000 US cases per year Requires medical diagnosis Symptoms: Abnormal growth in moles Color: Typically brown Location: Anywhere on the skin Treatment: Surgery, Chemotherapy Death Rate Incident Rate ICD-10: C43.9 ICD-9: 172.9 Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer, as it has the potential to spread to other parts of the body.

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Understanding Biologic Therapy Switching Patterns in Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis Patients

Dermatology Times

This study aimed to evaluate the association between the disease burden of psoriasis and the switching of systemic biologic therapies in patients with both psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis.

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What Are the Top 5 Benefits of PRX-T33?

Natural Beauty Med Spa

“PRX-T33” might sound like a label for something from a science fiction movie. However, while it is based on science, it is not fictional at all! It is a remarkable skin rejuvenation treatment that has already helped countless patients in Chicago to gain renewed appreciation for what they see in the mirror. What are some of the top benefits that you can expect if you choose to undergo the PRX-T33 treatment ?

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Bunick Busts 10 Myths On Boxed Warnings

Dermatology Times

There is a lot of conversation drumming around the boxed warnings for newer JAK inhibitors, and fact versus fiction was discussed at Fall Clinical.

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Non-melanoma skin cancer: Symptoms, Causes & Treatments

First Derm

Online Dermatologist Non-melanoma skin cancer: Symptoms, Causes & Treatments What is Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer? | Symptoms | Causes and Risk Factors | Diagnosis & Staging | Treatment Key Takeaways Early detection is crucial for effective treatment and management of NMSC. The two main types of NMSC are Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC) and Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC), with BCC being the more common form.

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QUIZ: Which of the Following Conditions is NOT a Mimicker of Melasma?

Dermatology Times

Susan Taylor, MD, walked Fall Clinical attendees through an in-depth hyperpigmentation session that included melasma and its mimickers.

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STI Trends and a Dermatologist's Role With Ted Rosen, MD

Dermatology Times

The latest CDC data shows an uptick in syphilis, which can lead to a rare form of alopecia or a presentation of psoriasis.

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Understanding Vitamin D and the Fast-Acting Calcifediol

Aesthetics Advisor

In recent years, Vitamin D has been in the spotlight, particularly for its potential role in regulating the immune system among other benefits. Delving deeper into the nuances of Vitamin D, especially in the context of calcifediol (25-hydroxyvitamin D), becomes essential. The Significance of Vitamin D Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for maintaining immune system function, mood regulation, and disease prevention.

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Photoprotection Education to Share With Patients

Dermatology Times

Primary and secondary melanoma prevention factors are necessary to reduce patients’ melanoma risk.

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25 Cancer Stem Cell Killing Foods Smarter Than Chemo & Radiotherapy?

Aesthetics Advisor

Cancer stem cells (CSCs) first identified in acute myeloid leukemia (AML) by Bonnet and Dick in 1997 are shown to be similar to normal stem cells which have the capability of self-renewal and differentiation into other cell types ( Ailles and Weissman, 2007 ). Further studies have proved that CSCs have a leading role on resistance to cancer therapies such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy and in addition to that, they have an increased metastatic potential which is a considerable problem to

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Considerations to Manage Different Types of Acne Scars

Dermatology Times

Sandra Lee, MD, and other top acne experts took the stage to debate cases and treatments.

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Joslyn Kirby, MD, Shares OTC Product Benefits and HS Procedural Pearls

Dermatology Times

Kirby presented at both Fall Clinical and the Inflammatory Disease Summit in Las Vegas.

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Editorial Advisory Board Insights for Eczema Awareness Month: Renata Block, MMS, PA-C

Dermatology Times

Renata Block, MMS, PA-C, shares her atopic dermatitis insights.

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2023 Fall Clinical Recap: Day 4

Dermatology Times

Catch up on coverage from the final day of the 2023 Fall Clinical Dermatology Conference.

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