Pigmentation Disorders
Peer to Peer
Changing Public Perception of Vitiligo
In this episode of the “Peer to Peer” podcast series, Dr. Vincent DeLeo speaks with Dr. Susan Taylor about the changing face of vitiligo.
Photo Challenge
Bilateral Brown Plaques Behind the Ears
A 94-year-old woman was referred to the dermatology department for biopsy of pigmented tumors behind the ears of unknown duration. The growths...
Commentary
Is Vitiligo in Vogue? The Changing Face of Vitiligo
Vitiligo is a disfiguring skin condition that is thought to result from autoimmune destruction of melanocytes in the skin, leading to patchy...
Case Reports
Nevus of Ota Associated With a Primary Uveal Melanoma and Intracranial Melanoma Metastasis
Nevus of Ota is a blue, hyperpigmented, benign dermatosis of the skin and mucosae that most often occurs unilaterally in the distribution of the...
Conference Coverage
Many devices optimal for treating vascular skin lesions
SAN DIEGO – Multiple treatments may be required.
Case Letter
Terra Firma-Forme Dermatosis Mimicking Livedo Racemosa
From the Journals
Extended propranolol use boosts success in high-risk infantile hemangioma
There were no unexpected safety signals with extending the length of oral propranol treatment.
Conference Coverage
Orodental issues often associated with facial port-wine stains
LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - Capillary malformations of the oral cavity may result in periodontal disease.
Case Letter
Atrophodermalike Guttate Morphea
Commentary
Melasma Treatment With Oral Tranexamic Acid and a Novel Adjuvant Topical Therapy
Conference Coverage
Pediatric vitiligo primarily affects those aged 10-17
LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. – Selection bias might help explain the increased prevalence of vitiligo seen in nonwhite children, adolescents.