Dermatology
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Cellulitis unresponsive to antibiotics
Oral cephalexin didn’t work, so we started the patient on IV vancomycin and clindamycin, followed by gatifloxacin. But the lesions worsened.
Clinical Inquiries
What is the prognosis for patients with chronic urticaria?
EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER: THE PROGNOSIS FOR CHRONIC URTICARIA IN PRIMARY CARE IS UNKNOWN; studies in dermatology clinics in multiple countries report...
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Know How to Steer Fast Biologics
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FDA Approves New Head Lice Treatment
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Time Constraints Limit Full-Body Skin Exams
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Early Treatment Strategy Boosts Onychomycosis Cure Rate
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NIH Is Moving Toward Itch Referral Centers
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Topical Coal Tar Could Make a Comeback for Psoriasis
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Alopecia with perifollicular papules and pustules
Our 23-year-old patient thought his hair loss was probably “genetic.” But that didn’t explain the painful pustules.
Clinical Inquiries
What is the most effective treatment for acne rosacea?
EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER: TOPICAL METRONIDAZOLE AND AZELAIC ACID are equally effective for the papulopustular lesions of acne rosacea, although...