Dermatology
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Is common problem of aging benign or malignant?
Joe Monroe discusses one of the common dermatologic manifestations of aging, and instructs clinicians on how to confirm whether it is benign or...
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Skin Change and Fatigue Forces Woman to Take Leave of Absence
A three-month history of muscle weakness, fatigue, and skin changes prompts a 59-year-old woman to self-refer to dermatology.
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Facial lesion in child cause for concern?
Joe Monroe discusses a pediatric case in which the parents' sole ambition is to have their child's facial lesion removed; is this a necessary step...
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Two skin problems related or not?
Joe Monroe talks you through the case of a patient who presents with two problem areas. Are they related?
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Immunosuppressed Woman with Lesion on Her Thumb
Referred by her primary care provider, a 63-year-old woman presents to dermatology for evaluation of an asymptomatic lesion on her thumb. The...
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God's Tattoos
An experienced dermatology provider explains how his differential has broadened, thanks to one patient’s unique outlook, writing, "I try to keep...
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Recurrent "rash" on eyelid cause for concern?
The case patient has been treated repeatedly for a rash on her eyelid that has been diagnosed as "staph infection." Is it—or will you discover a...
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Ear lesion suspicious for melanoma?
An 80-year-old man with a suspicious-looking lesion on his ear is brought in by his family for evaluation. Are they right to be concerned about...
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Dandruff Provides Clue for Rash
A 64-year-old man self-refers to dermatology for evaluation of an asymptomatic rash that has been present on his groin for more than a year.
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Tingling and itching precede painful blisters on breast
Joe Monroe diagnoses a woman's painful blisters.