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Nada HA, Elshabrawy MM, Ismail NI, Hassan ET, Jafferany M, Elsaie ML. Therapeutic implications and role of serum sphingolipids on psoriasis severity after narrow band ultraviolet B treatment: A cross sectional controlled study. Dermatol Ther 2020; 33:e13988. [PMID: 32643858 DOI: 10.1111/dth.13988] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2020] [Revised: 07/03/2020] [Accepted: 07/06/2020] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Sphingolipids (SLs), are structural components of the skin that contribute to the regulation of the proliferation and differentiation of keratinocytes as well as regulation of the skin epidermal barrier. A prospective cross sectional comparative controlled study was designed to evaluate the serum level of sphingosine 1 phosphate (S1P) and ceramide (CER) before and after narrow band ultraviolet B (NBUVB) in psoriatic patients. The study included 32 patients presented with psoriasis and 32 healthy age and sex matched control volunteers. (S1P and CER) levels were measured before and after NBUVB sessions for psoriatic patients and their levels were correlated to psoriasis area and severity index (PASI) improvements. PASI scores and serum values of the studied sphingolipids demonstrated a significant difference between the baseline and at the end of the 12 weeks NBUVB treatment. A statistically significant positive correlation was established between psoriasis severity and S1P serum levels before and after treatment while no correlation was observed between psoriasis severity and CER serum levels. Decreased total CER and increased S1P serum levels reflect altered sphingolipid metabolism in psoriasis and can be predictors of disease severity.
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Saaiq M, Zalaudek I, Rao B, Lee Y, Rudnicka L, Czuwara J, Giuffrida R, Wollina U, Jafferany M, Lotti T, Grabbe S, Goldust M. A brief synopsis on scalp melanoma. Dermatol Ther 2020; 33:e13795. [PMID: 32520414 DOI: 10.1111/dth.13795] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2020] [Accepted: 06/04/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Melanoma constitutes one of the most sinister and troublesome malignancies encountered by humanity. Generally, the diagnosis of advanced melanoma connotes a grave prognosis, prompting a sense of looming threat of death, however, the early-stage detected disease responds well to robust treatment resulting in reasonable survivorship. Scalp melanomas are even more troublesome, because they typically exhibit more aggressive biologic behavior and are often diagnosed at a late stage. This review tries to comprehensively highlight the various diagnostic, therapeutic, and outcome aspects of scalp melanomas. The literature research includes peer-reviewed articles (clinical trials or scientific reviews). Studies were identified by searching electronic databases (MEDLINE and PubMed) till May 2020 and reference lists of respective articles. Only articles published in English language were included.
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Sil A, Das A, Jaiswal S, Jafferany M, Thole A, Rajeev R, Ali SN. Mental health assessment of frontline COVID-19 dermatologists: A Pan-Indian multicentric cross-sectional study. Dermatol Ther 2020; 33:e13884. [PMID: 32567207 PMCID: PMC7361073 DOI: 10.1111/dth.13884] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2020] [Revised: 06/15/2020] [Accepted: 06/17/2020] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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Torales J, Echeverría C, Barrios I, García O, O'Higgins M, Castaldelli‐Maia JM, Ventriglio A, Jafferany M. Psychodermatological mechanisms of psoriasis. Dermatol Ther 2020; 33:e13827. [DOI: 10.1111/dth.13827] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2020] [Accepted: 06/11/2020] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Arora P, Rudnicka L, Sar-Pomian M, Wollina U, Jafferany M, Lotti T, Sadoughifar R, Sitkowska Z, Goldust M. Scabies: A comprehensive review and current perspectives. Dermatol Ther 2020; 33:e13746. [PMID: 32484302 DOI: 10.1111/dth.13746] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2020] [Revised: 05/17/2020] [Accepted: 05/28/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Human scabies is a contagious skin infestation caused by the parasitic mite Sarcoptes scabiei var. hominis. It is a common skin disease worldwide that occurs not only in the underprivileged sections of society but also in developed countries. In 2009, World Health Organization (WHO) recognized scabies as "neglected tropical disease (NTD)" or NTD thus emphasizing the need for community awareness and proper treatment strategies. This review attempts to summarize the varied clinical presentation of the disease and describes the advances in diagnosis and management including the ongoing search for novel agents to overcome the problems associated with conventional treatments. The literature research includes peer-reviewed articles (clinical trials or scientific reviews). Studies were identified by searching electronic databases (MEDLINE and PubMed) till February 2020 and reference lists of respective articles. Only articles published in English language were included.
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Everett GJ, Jafferany M, Skurya J. Recent advances in the treatment of trichotillomania (hair-pulling disorder). Dermatol Ther 2020; 33:e13818. [PMID: 32531098 DOI: 10.1111/dth.13818] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/05/2020] [Revised: 06/09/2020] [Accepted: 06/10/2020] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Trichotillomania (TTM) is a condition in which affected individuals pull out their hair resulting in hair loss. This disorder affects roughly 0.5% to 2.0% of the population and can have significant psychological morbidity. Behavioral therapy has been used with success in the treatment of TTM, but not all patients are willing or able to comply with this treatment strategy. There is a need for effective pharmacological treatment options. Historically, pharmacotherapy for TTM has been inadequate in most cases, but recent advances have been made in this regard. Fluoxetine, clomipramine, olanzapine, and naltrexone have all been used in the treatment of TTM, but evidence of benefit has varied, and side effect profiles can limit practical utility. Recent advances in the understanding of the pathophysiology of TTM, as well as evidence of benefit seen with some glutamate-modulating agents such as N-acetylcysteine and dronabinol, have provided newer potential pharmacotherapy options.
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Hafi B, Uvais NA, Afra TP, Razmi T M, Jafferany M, Abdul Latheef EN. Hair transplantation, body dysmorphic disorder, and patients' attitude: A survey-based study from south India. Dermatol Ther 2020; 33:e13945. [PMID: 32618069 DOI: 10.1111/dth.13945] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/22/2020] [Revised: 06/27/2020] [Accepted: 06/29/2020] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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Sadoughifar R, Goldust M, Abdshahzadeh H, Abrishamchi R, Rudnicka L, Jafferany M, Gupta M. Artificial intelligence in diagnosis and management of COVID-19 in dermatology. Dermatol Ther 2020; 33:e13794. [PMID: 32511846 PMCID: PMC7300453 DOI: 10.1111/dth.13794] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2020] [Accepted: 06/04/2020] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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Elsaie LT, Elshahid AR, Hasan HM, Soultan FAZM, Jafferany M, Elsaie ML. Cross sectional quality of life assessment in patients with androgenetic alopecia. Dermatol Ther 2020; 33:e13799. [PMID: 32520416 DOI: 10.1111/dth.13799] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2020] [Accepted: 06/05/2020] [Indexed: 10/16/2023]
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Assessment of quality of life (QOL) of patients with androgenetic alopecia (AGA) has become increasingly important, both in order to evaluate the influence of the disease on patients and the therapy they require. We aimed to assess QOL in subjects complaining from AGA and evaluated the effects of various sociodemographic factors affecting their QOL. QOL was assessed in 400 patients with AGA and 100 controls using the World Health Organization Quality of life (WHOQOL-BREF) questionnaire. Four domains (physical, psychological, social, and environmental) and two items (overall perception of QOL and health) of the WHOQOL-BREF were the primary end points of this study. Patients had a lower QoL and less general satisfaction in all four domains of assessment than controls. The social impact was significantly higher in patients < 30 years of age (P = .003). Patients with severer form of AGA significantly had higher scores in all domains compared to those with less severe forms. Disease severity negatively impacted all the four domains significantly (P = .021). AGA harmfully affected the patient's QOL which warns the physicians to pay more attention to QOL impairment in patients of AGA for the better understanding of the disease burden on individual patients.
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Zerbinati N, Esposito C, Cipolla G, Calligaro A, Monticelli D, Martina V, Golubovic M, Binic I, Sigova J, Gallo AL, D'Este E, Jafferany M, Pratosoni M, Tirant M, Van Thuong N, Sangalli F, Rauso R, Lotti T. Chemical and mechanical characterization of hyaluronic acid hydrogel cross‐linked with polyethylen glycol and its use in dermatology. Dermatol Ther 2020; 33:e13747. [DOI: 10.1111/dth.13747] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2020] [Revised: 05/05/2020] [Accepted: 05/26/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Arora G, Jafferany M, Arora S. Balancing aesthetic and conventional dermatology practice in the
COVID
‐19 era. Dermatol Ther 2020; 33:e13620. [PMID: 32431094 PMCID: PMC7267156 DOI: 10.1111/dth.13620] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2020] [Accepted: 05/18/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Jafferany M, Afrin A, Mkhoyan R, Khemani U, Sadoughifar R. Therapeutic implications of personality disorders in dermatology. Dermatol Ther 2020; 33:e13910. [PMID: 32594602 DOI: 10.1111/dth.13910] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2020] [Accepted: 06/23/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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There is a significant psychiatric comorbidity that exists in multiple dermatological conditions, stemming from the patient''s own psychological make up. This article reviews personality disorders and their types, which influence the course and prognosis of several psychodermatological disorders. Self-inflicted skin lesions, for example, are usually associated with obsessive-compulsive behavior, but they also share connections to Narcissistic and Borderline personality disorders. Body dysmorphic disorder is another psychodermatological condition seen in dermatology, aesthetic, and cosmetic surgery clinics, which is influenced by patient's personality type. In general, there is a significantly high proportion of personality disorders seen in aesthetic and cosmetic surgery. The management of patients with personality disorders is challenging, but joint liaison between psychiatry and dermatology has proven helpful and can provide patients with the best care for their psychological needs and dermatologic care.
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Torales J, Melgarejo O, González I, García O, Barrios I, Jafferany M. Psychopharmacology in dermatology: Treatment of primary psychiatric conditions in dermatology. Dermatol Ther 2020; 33:e13557. [DOI: 10.1111/dth.13557] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2020] [Revised: 05/06/2020] [Accepted: 05/07/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Hafi B, Uvais NA, Jafferany M, Afra TP, Muhammed RT. Palliative psychodermatology care during COVID-19 pandemic. Dermatol Ther 2020; 33:e13732. [PMID: 32473043 PMCID: PMC7300805 DOI: 10.1111/dth.13732] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2020] [Accepted: 05/27/2020] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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Hafi B, Uvais NA, Jafferany M, Afra TP, Muhammed Razmi T. Can COVID-19 virus be transmitted through sex? Dermatol Ther 2020; 33:e13679. [PMID: 32447829 PMCID: PMC7283625 DOI: 10.1111/dth.13679] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/20/2020] [Accepted: 05/21/2020] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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Skurya J, Jafferany M, Everett GJ. Habit reversal therapy in the management of body focused repetitive behavior disorders. Dermatol Ther 2020; 33:e13811. [PMID: 32542916 DOI: 10.1111/dth.13811] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/05/2020] [Accepted: 06/09/2020] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Body-focused repetitive behavior disorders are a group of disorders characterized by repetitive actions that include skin picking, hair pulling, nail biting, and other compulsions. These disorders can range from a common habit to a pathological disorder, that negatively impacts the psychiatric health and social well-being of an individual. Diagnosis can be made clinically, and monitored using different scales and assessments. Various treatments have been tried with differing successes. There are currently no first line curative medications for these disorders, but cognitive behavioral therapy has seen the most success in treatment. Specifically habit reversal therapy has shown the most promise in reducing the repetitive behaviors and symptoms seen in these disorders. Habit reversal therapy has also seen success through augmentation with additional therapies such as mindfulness, or treatment with a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor in a patient with comorbid obsessive compulsive disorder. This paper aims to explore the efficacy of different treatment modalities specifically the effectiveness and approach of habit reversal therapy.
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Goldust M, Kroumpouzos G, Murrell DF, Jafferany M, Lotti T, Wollina U, Shivakumar S. Use of face masks in dermatology department during the COVID-19 outbreak. Dermatol Ther 2020; 33:e13521. [PMID: 32378315 PMCID: PMC7267171 DOI: 10.1111/dth.13521] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2020] [Accepted: 05/03/2020] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Goldust M, Shivakumar S, Kroumpouzos G, Murrell DF, Rudnicka L, Jafferany M, Navarini AA. Virtual conferences of dermatology during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dermatol Ther 2020; 33:e13774. [PMID: 32506609 DOI: 10.1111/dth.13774] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2020] [Accepted: 06/02/2020] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Jafferany M, Mkhoyan R, Stamu‐O'Brien C, Carniciu S. Nonpharmacological treatment approach in trichotillomania (hair‐pulling disorder). Dermatol Ther 2020; 33:e13622. [DOI: 10.1111/dth.13622] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2020] [Accepted: 05/17/2020] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Savo I, Jorgaqi E, Vasili E, Mishtaku S, Demaj D, Jafferany M. Treatment‐seeking behavior, knowledge and beliefs about acne vulgaris among adolescents: A cross‐sectional study in high school students in Tirana, Albania. Dermatol Ther 2020; 33:e13500. [DOI: 10.1111/dth.13500] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2020] [Accepted: 04/25/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Goren A, Rathod D, Kroumpouzos G, Jafferany M, Goldust M. Safety measures in dermatology help minimize spread of COVID-19. Dermatol Ther 2020; 33:e13773. [PMID: 32506600 PMCID: PMC7300612 DOI: 10.1111/dth.13773] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2020] [Accepted: 06/02/2020] [Indexed: 12/03/2022]
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Tran A, Desir AK, Okafor LC, Jafferany M, Copes LE. Psychodermatology in clinical practice: An examination of physician attitudes, beliefs, and interventions toward psychocutaneous disease. Dermatol Ther 2020; 33:e13612. [DOI: 10.1111/dth.13612] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2020] [Accepted: 05/13/2020] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Halvorsen E, Stamu-O'Brien C, Carniciu S, Jafferany M. Psychological effects of COVID-19 on parenting and maternal-fetal mental health. Dermatol Ther 2020; 33:e13579. [PMID: 32406114 PMCID: PMC7272902 DOI: 10.1111/dth.13579] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2020] [Accepted: 05/11/2020] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Murrell DF, Rudnicka L, Shivakumar S, Kassir M, Jafferany M, Galadari H, Lotti T, Sadoughifar R, Sitkowska Z, Goldust M. Biologics and Small Molecules in the Treatment of COVID-19. J Drugs Dermatol 2020; 19:673-675. [PMID: 32574020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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Jafferany M, Salimi S, Mkhoyan R, Kalashnikova N, Sadoughifar R, Jorgaqi E. Psychological aspects of aesthetic and cosmetic surgery: Clinical and therapeutic implications. Dermatol Ther 2020; 33:e13727. [PMID: 32475034 DOI: 10.1111/dth.13727] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2020] [Accepted: 05/27/2020] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Recently there is a surge in cosmetic and aesthetic surgery procedures. Several patient seeking various cosmetics procedures present to aesthetic surgery clinics and demanding procedures which are out of proportion. Several of these patients have under-recognized or untreated psychiatric disorders. Proper screening and evaluation of these patients could save money and resources. This brief review focuses on current trends, clinical and psychological assessment and expectations on the part of patients and recommendations regarding management of these patients.
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