Erythrasma is a common skin condition affecting the skin folds under the arms, in the groin and between the toes. Learn more about Erythrasma on our DermNet page here: dermnetnz.org/topics/erythra…#skincondition#dermcase
Swipe to have a look at the clinical pictures. Do you know what this condition might be? If you were to perform a Wood lamp skin examination, what might you see? How can you treat this? Reply to this post and we will reveal the answer in our next post on Wednesday. #casestudy
Compare and contrast clinical and dermoscopy views of clear cell acanthoma here: dermnetnz.org/topics/clear-c… And don't forget, you can also help us to improve DermNet by contributing to clinical photos on our website: dermnetnz.org/contact-us/sub…
Peristomal intestinal metaplasia (PIM) is a rare but serious complication affecting the skin around a gastrointestinal stoma site. Do you want to know about treatment for this condition? Find out on our brand new DermNet page here: dermnetnz.org/topics/peristo…
Topical clascoterone cream 1% (Winlevi®) is a novel androgen receptor inhibitor used for the treatment of acne vulgaris in patients aged 12 years and older. Want to learn more about this on our brand new DermNet page? Click here: dermnetnz.org/topics/clascot…#dermatology#acne
Rashes have been described in all types of patients with COVID-19; approximately 20% report rashes as the only clinical sign of COVID-19. You can read more about them on our updated DermNet page here: dermnetnz.org/topics/covid-1…#covid#covid19#corona#coronavirus
Antiseptics kill, inhibit, or reduce the number of microorganisms by mechanical removal or chemical activity.
We’ve recently updated our DermNet page on Antiseptics to give you the latest information. Check it out on our website: dermnetnz.org/topics/antisep…
Solar elastosis is a disorder in which the skin appears yellow and thickened as a result of abnormal elastic tissue accumulation, due to chronic sun damage on ageing skin. Read more on our DermNet page here: dermnetnz.org/topics/solar-e…
Cutaneous features of Gardner syndrome include: epidermoid cysts, fibromas, lipomas, leiomyomas, and neurofibromas. Learn more about Gardner Syndrome on our updated DermNet page here: dermnetnz.org/topics/gardner…
Tralokinumab is a fully human IgG4 monoclonal antibody used to treat moderate to severe atopic dermatitis. Learn more about this biologic treatment on our DermNet page here: dermnetnz.org/topics/traloki…#dermatitis#skin
Do you have or know someone else who may have a blue naevus? Swipe to find out more and check it out on our DermNet page here: dermnetnz.org/topics/blue-na…
Photographed here is a slowly enlarging painless mass on the ear lobe associated with cervical lymphadenopathy of which histopathology was in keeping with Kimura Disease (KD). Read more about this condition on our website: dermnetnz.org/topics/kimura-…#medicaleducation
Nemolizumab is a biologic agent used in conditions such as nodular prurigo (pictured on dorsum of hands) and severe atopic dermatitis. Read about Nemolizumab on our new DermNet page here: dermnetnz.org/topics/nemoliz…#dermatology#biologic
Herpes simplex is a common viral infection that presents with localised blistering. Type 1 HSV is mainly associated with oral and facial infections. Learn more on our DermNet page: dermnetnz.org/topics/herpes-…
Moisturisers and emollients are a cornerstone to managing dermatological conditions. Read about moisturisers and emollients on our updated DermNet page here: dermnetnz.org/topics/emollie…#dermatology
Atopic dermatitis (atopic eczema) is the most common inflammatory skin disease worldwide and involves genetic and environmental factors. Find out more about treatment for this condition in detail on our newly updated page: dermnetnz.org/topics/treatme…#eczema#skin