Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft = Journal of the German Society of Dermatology : JDDG
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J Dtsch Dermatol Ges · Jul 2004
Case Reports[Longitudinal melanonychia induced by hydroxyurea therapy].
Four case reports of patients with myeloproliferative syndrome receiving therapy with hydroxycarbamide (synonymous: hydroxyurea) and developing streaky longitudinal pigmentation appeared in fingernails and toenails several months after starting this therapy. ⋯ When melanonychia is identified in hematology-oncology patients, a careful medical history should be obtained. A list of medications is crucial, since hydroxycarbamide causes nail pigmentation. In each case of nail pigmentation, an acral lentiginous melanoma must be excluded.
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J Dtsch Dermatol Ges · May 2004
Review[Therapy options for psoriasis in childhood and adolescence].
Up to 30% of all psoriatic patients show their first symptoms during childhood and adolescence. In 1/4 of these children, psoriatic lesions appear within the first two years of life. The treatment of pediatric psoriasis differs considerably in several ways from that of adults. ⋯ This review surveys the therapeutic management of pediatric and juvenile psoriasis. Current topical and systemic therapy options are critically reviewed. Prevention as well as enhancement of quality of life are also considered.
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J Dtsch Dermatol Ges · May 2004
Comment Letter Comparative Study[Smoking--effects on the skin: a case for an alternate characterization].
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J Dtsch Dermatol Ges · Feb 2004
[Trichophyton mentagrophytes var. nodulare--an emerging cause of tinea pedis?].
The spectrum of organisms causing dermatophytoses is changing continuously. ⋯ Trichophyton mentagrophytes var. nodulare has been found only very rarely in Germany and is relatively unknown. An increased awareness of this dermatophyte is needed in order to track its possible spread.