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Patient Buzz Series: “Lazy Girl” Makeup Trend
213672136721367makeupOne of the latest TikTok trends has dermatologists concerned about the risks of pulmonary damage and allergic reactions. The “Lazy Girl” makeup trend involves applying self-tanner overnight to contour the face, according to FOX News. However, dermatologist Dr. Fayne Frey finds this trend disturbing, and dermatologist Dr. Mariano Busso cautions that results can vary. Skin, hair and nail tren …
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Tirbanibulin Therapeutic Cheat Sheet
204082040820408TirbanibulinCurrent field-directed treatments of actinic keratosis (AK), a pre-malignant condition, are often limited by severe local reactions and/or complex treatment. Tirbanibulin, a novel potent anti-proliferative synthetic agent that inhibits tubulin polymerization and Src kinase signalling, offers a convenient, safe, and effective field treatment of actinic keratosis. We continue our surgical Therapeut …
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Eruptive Squamous Cell Carcinomas Following Treatment With Fludarabine
203252032520325Eruptive squamous cell carcinoma JDD authors Mihir Shah MD, Jenna Wald MD, and C. William Hanke MD MPH present a case of a patient with eruptive squamous cell carcinomas following treatment with Fludarabine to highlight not only the risk of cSCC in CLL patients and the increased risk for atypical cutaneous malignancies after treatment with systemic therapies such as fludarabine, but also to discuss treatment options for this …
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Patient Buzz: World’s Smallest Skin Cancer | The Expert Weighs In
181081810818108skin cancerABC News and other media outlets recently covered the story of the World's Smallest Skin Cancer – diagnosed by a team at Oregon Health & Science University and noted by Guinness World Records. How is technology changing melanoma detection? What’s the future? For expert advice, I reached out to Mohs surgeon Anthony Rossi, MD, assistant attending dermatologist at Memorial Sloan Kettering …
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Patient Buzz Series: Why and How You Should Clean Your Shower Head
180711807118071shower headA dermatologist is behind the latest TikTok trend making news in the consumer press. Dr. Scott Walker posted about the importance of regularly cleaning your shower head, and the post received coverage by Yahoo’s In The Know. Dr. Walker recommends monthly cleaning to rid the shower head of dirt and bacteria that can become airborne during a shower. Dr. Walker says the bacteria is linked to skin d …
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