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Keys To Preventing Skin Nightmares From Inappropriate Use Of Lotrisone

05/31/2018

Tracey C. Vlahovic , DPM, FFPM, RCPS(Glasg);

During my dermatology fellowship, I saw my share of skin nightmares from clotrimazole-betamethasone dipropionate cream (Lotrisone, Merck). Since then, I have been on a quest to educate my students and colleagues on why they should not use...

During my dermatology...

05/31/2018

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A Closer Look At Current Biologics For Psoriasis

12/22/2009

Tracey C. Vlahovic , DPM, FFPM, RCPS(Glasg);

Approximately 2 percent of the U.S. population have psoriasis, which can affect skin, nails and joints. Therapies include topical medications (such as corticosteroids and moisturizers), oral medications (methotrexate and cyclosporine) and...

Approximately 2 percent of the...

12/22/2009

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Can You Diagnose This Condition?

05/21/2014

Tracey C. Vlahovic , DPM, FFPM, RCPS(Glasg);

What is your diagnosis of the condition shown in the photo on the left?

What is your diagnosis of the...

05/21/2014

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What Is The Disappearing Nail Bed?

01/13/2021

Tracey C. Vlahovic , DPM, FFPM, RCPS(Glasg);

By Tracey Vlahovic, DPM, FFPM RCPS (Glasg), Amanda Borrelli, DPM, MPH and Jessica Bruno, DPM

By Tracey Vlahovic, DPM, FFPM...

01/13/2021

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Recognizing And Treating Cutaneous Issues Due To Flooding

07/23/2015

Tracey C. Vlahovic , DPM, FFPM, RCPS(Glasg);

With the rise (no pun intended) of natural disasters resulting in flooding events across the United States, it is helpful for the clinician to recognize the various lower extremity cutaneous issues that may befall patients in the flood zone....

With the rise (no pun intended)...

07/23/2015

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Treating A Patient With Annular Lesions On The Lower Extremities

11/19/2010

Tracey C. Vlahovic , DPM, FFPM, RCPS(Glasg);

A 26-year-old male presented with salmon colored annular lesions extending from the dorsum of his feet proximal into his lower extremities bilaterally. He originally thought he had eczema. The patient had no pertinent past medical history or...

A 26-year-old male presented...

11/19/2010

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When Should You Biopsy?

05/23/2013

Tracey C. Vlahovic , DPM, FFPM, RCPS(Glasg);

When facing a skin condition or wound that can be challenging to identify, a biopsy can be an invaluable tool in illuminating a path for diagnosis and treatment. This author details the protocol for when to perform a biopsy and which...

When facing a skin condition...

05/23/2013

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What You Should Know About Skin Changes In Obese Patients

11/04/2011

Tracey C. Vlahovic , DPM, FFPM, RCPS(Glasg);

A recent article in the British Journal of Dermatology outlined many of the skin conditions that occur in obese patients. As podiatric physicians, we are well aware of the effects of obesity on the lower extremity in relation to biomechanics...

A recent article in the British...

11/04/2011

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What Is This Blistering Disorder?

03/09/2016

Tracey C. Vlahovic , DPM, FFPM, RCPS(Glasg);

Can you identify the skin condition in the left photo? This condition accounts for the majority of autoimmune blistering diseases. The disorder most frequently affects the elderly with nearly two-thirds of cases occurring in individuals...

Can you identify the skin...

03/09/2016

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Treating Psoriasis In The Lower Extremity

01/27/2011

Tracey C. Vlahovic , DPM, FFPM, RCPS(Glasg);

In addition to reviewing the clinical presentation of psoriasis in the lower extremity, this author provides key insights on various topical medications ranging from corticosteroids and vitamin D analogs to retinoids and keratolytics. She...

In addition to reviewing the...

01/27/2011

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