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Bulbous and Globose-Merkel Cell Carcinoma

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    Open A ccess  Journal of  JOJ Dermatology & Cosmetics  Editorial Merkel cell carcinoma is an infrequently discerned, aggressive, primary cutaneous carcinoma of neuroendocrine origin. Additionally designated as trabecular carcinoma and initially scripted by Toker in 1972, tumefaction simulates numerous benign and malignant cutaneous lesions. Localized disease is common, followed by regional lymph node or distant metastasis. Spontaneous regression of disease is exceptional. Disease-associated mortality is significant [1,2]. Primary cutaneous Merkel cell carcinoma can be segregated from metastatic cutaneous neuroendocrine carcinoma with pertinent clinical and histological examination along with immunohistochemistry. Majority of neoplasms may be engendered due to infection with Merkel cell polyomavirus. Few instances emerge due to ultraviolet radiation induced activation of diverse onco-genetic pathways [1,2]. Generally, elderly Caucasian population >70 years and immunosuppresse

Efficacy of Combined Low-Dose Hormonal Contraceptives in the Treatment of Acne Vulgaris-A Randomized Control Trial Study

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    Open A ccess  Journal of  JOJ Dermatology & Cosmetics   Introduction Acne vulgaris is a skin condition that affects a high number of teenagers and young adults. The pilosebaceous unit is impacted by this multifactorial inflammatory disorder. The understanding of acne pathogenesis is constantly changing. Sebum production, follicular hyper keratinization, complex inflammatory processes, and Propionibacterium acnes microbiological colonization are significant pathogenic elements that contribute to the onset of acne. Acne vulgaris has a substantial physical and psychological morbidity, including low self-esteem, poor self-image, scars, and depression. According to estimates, 12.6% of all dermatological treatment costs in the world go toward treating acne [1]. Due to this and referring the effects of acne and psychological affects to the adolescent it is quite important to focus on new research for efficacity in acne treatment. Aim of the study:  To verify the effectiveness of low-d

Sequential Therapy of Common and Plantar Warts with Salicylic Acid after Cryotherapy Versus Cryotherapy Alone: A Case- Control Study in 42 Subjects

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  Open A ccess  Journal of  JOJ Dermatology & Cosmetics  Abstract Background:  Common wart (CW; Verruca vulgaris) is a benign cutaneous virus infection caused by human papilloma virus commonly located in the palmar and plantar regions. Warts, especially located at pressure points, could be painful, but in general they are asymptomatic. Treatment is not always necessary but when multiple lesions, pain, immunosuppression and discomfort are present therapeutic intervention could be mandatory. Chemical or physical destructions are commonly used for the treatment of CW. Cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen is a common clinician-administered treatment. The most relevant drawbacks of this procedure are the pain associated with treatment, the need of several sessions and the recurrence of new lesion. Salicylic acid (SA) applied under tape occlusion is a convenient, effective, and safe therapy of CW, even if no effective as cryotherapy. So far, there are few data regarding the efficacy and safe

Treatment of Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa with Transforming Powder Dressing

Abstract Dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa is a disabling blistering disorder, characterized by significant pain, extensive nursing care, and difficult wound healing. The following case presents a transforming powder dressing which provided pain reduction, atraumatic and reduced dressing changes, as well as improved healing in one patient. Read More About this article :  https://juniperpublishers.com/jojdc/JOJDC.MS.ID.555610.php Read More Juniper Publishers Google Scholar Article:  https://scholar.google.com/citations?view_op=view_citation&hl=en&user=hzQkAiQAAAAJ&citation_for_view=hzQkAiQAAAAJ:dhFuZR0502QC

Induced Auto-Regeneration with Adipose Tissue in Humans – Beyond Frontiers of Healing

  Opinion The search for regeneration of the face and other structures of the human body has undergone several attempts, based on complex surgical techniques with the use of transplantation of fragments or limbs removed from donors, followed by the administration of immunosuppressive drugs for the rest of the patient’s life. The results of these face transplants are far from ideal and the degree of dissatisfaction in these patients is very high, leading to cases of severe depression, treatment abandonment and even suicide. In addition to technical problems such as recovery of facial mobility, transplantation of an external anatomical unit differs greatly from transplantation of an internal organ, as its immune behavior is very different. The skin represents the interface between the internal environment of our body and the external environment, therefore it has a rich defense system specialized in responding to all sorts of invaders, which makes it extremely antigenic. For this reason,

Do Normal Human Epidermal Keratinocytes Require a Priming Step to Activate the NLRP3 Inflammasomes to Exogenous Threats?

  In recent work examining the expression of inflammas Come-induced release of active Caspase-1 on Normal Human Epidermal Keratinocytes (NHEK), it was noted that two exogenous threats, UVB radiation and ATP were effective at activating the NLRP inflammasomes and inducing the release of significant quantities of active Caspase-1 [1]. It is generally thought that activation of the NLRP inflammasomes is a two-step process requiring: 1) activation of the NLRP inflammasome by signaling from the Toll-Like Receptors (TLR), and 2) creation of the inflammasome proteins after transcription via NF-ƙβ nuclear signaling, assembly of the inflammasome complex and subsequent activation of Caspase-1 upon binding to the ASC binding domain of the inflammasome [2]. Active Caspase-1 then begins to cleave inert cytokines such as IL-1β and IL-18 and causes the activation of gasdermin D, a transmembrane pore-forming protein, that initiates a form of cell death called pyroptosis that commences the downstream p