Dermatopathology

MD IQ

Dermoscopy Diagnosis

Noduloplaque on the Forehead

A 21-year-old man presented with a raised lesion on the forehead that had started as a single papule 16 years prior and gradually increased in...

Dermpath Diagnosis

Annular Erythematous Plaques on the Back

An 84-year-old man presented to the clinic for evaluation of a pruritic rash on the back of 6 months’ duration that spread to the neck and chest...

Practical Pearls

Punch Biopsy Extraction With Fingers

Punch biopsies are commonly used in dermatology for diagnosing skin diseases. The technique described here offers a cost-effective and efficient...

Photo Challenge

Ectatic Vessels on the Chest

A 32-year-old woman presented to vascular surgery for evaluation of spider veins of 2 years’ duration that originated on the breasts but later...

Dermpath Diagnosis

Pink Papules on the Cheek

A 31-year-old woman presented with a slow-growing, tender, pruritic lesion on the right cheek of 4 to 5 months’ duration. Shave and punch biopsies...

Practical Pearls

The Many Uses of the Humble Alcohol Swab

The 70% isopropyl alcohol swab can aid in the accurate diagnosis of lesions and skin conditions, identification of biopsy sites, and disinfection...

Pages