As we age, our natural collagen production declines, leading to the formation of wrinkles and aloss of skin elasticity. Supplementing with collagen powder may help…
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Dermatology
Neurofibromatosis type 1 Criteria : Mnemonic
Mnemonic: 2 out of ABCDEFG 1. Axillary or inguinal freckling 2. Bone lesions (sphenoid dysplasia, tibial pseudoarthrosis) 3. Cafe au lait macules/spots (>/= 6 in…
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Stages of Skin Graft take : Mnemonic
Mnemonic: AIIRR I – Adherence Formation of fibrin bonds between graft and it’s recipient wound bed II – Imbibition (1st 2-4 days) Donor tissue receives…
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Expert Tips To Treat Severe Eczema Breakouts At Home
Eczema is common for young children, although some carry the skin condition into later life. Severe or persistent eczema can cause distress and embarrassment. It…
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Trichomycosis Axillaris : Malodorous yellowish armpit hair
Synonym: Trichobateriosis axillaris, Bacterial trichonodosis, Trychomycosis palmellina Definition: Asymptomatic superficial bacterial infection (mycosis is a misnomer because it is not a fungal infection) primarily of…
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Cellulitis Assessment : Mnemonic
Cellulitis is a rapidly spreading acute inflammation with infection of skin and subcutaneous tissue that spreads widely through tissue spaces. It is commonly caused by…
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Drug Eruptions – When the Solution becomes Problem
Before we start to develop our understanding of the drug eruptions. Let’s first lay down the foundation by clearing some basic concepts. What is an…
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LRINEC score for Necrotizing fascitis – Mnemonic
The LRINEC (Laboratory Risk Indicator for Necrotizing Fasciitis) score is a tool to distinguish ordinary skin infections from necrotizing fasciitis. Mnemonic: NeC WASH Na level:…
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