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Black salve in a nutshell

Black salve in a nutshell

23/11/2018

Black salve is promoted as an effective, safe and natural skin cancer treatment, but such claims are not evidence-based, and serious complications have been reported.


A pragmatic primary care approach to the patient with significant solar damage

A pragmatic primary care approach to the patient with significant solar damage

22/07/2024

This article discusses an approach to managing patients with significant solar damage from a primary care perspective, focusing on the assessment and treatment of actinic keratoses.


A man with an asymptomatic lower limb rash

A man with an asymptomatic lower limb rash

27/07/2023

Diabetic dermopathy is a benign, asymptomatic and likely underdiagnosed skin condition seen in up to 40% of individuals with diabetes.


Eyelid lesions in general practice

Eyelid lesions in general practice

24/07/2019

Although most eyelid lumps are benign, accurate diagnosis and early recognition of sinister lesions leads to improved patient outcomes.


Doctor, my armpit hair has turned yellow! Malodorous yellowish axillary hair in an adolescent patient

Doctor, my armpit hair has turned yellow! Malodorous yellowish axillary hair in an adolescent patient

29/08/2018

Diagnosis and management of a patient presenting with malodorous, yellowish hair over both axillae is discussed.


Skin changes of the female breast: A guide to assessment and management

Skin changes of the female breast: A guide to assessment and management

22/04/2025

This paper gives an overview of the breast skin changes commonly seen in general practice, with guidance on treatment and management.


Scabies: A concise synopsis

Scabies: A concise synopsis

23/09/2024

Scabies, an under-appreciated global health concern, needs to be considered in the differential of any pruritic cutaneous dermatoses.


Clinical prediction rules for surgical site infection after minor surgery in general practice

Clinical prediction rules for surgical site infection after minor surgery in general practice

23/08/2024

The purpose of this study was to develop a clinical prediction rule based on identified risk factors for surgical site infection in a large general practice patient cohort.


Virtual consultations for skin lesion assessment reduce carbon footprint compared to in-person reviews

Virtual consultations for skin lesion assessment reduce carbon footprint compared to in-person reviews

22/07/2024

This article discusses how the carbon emissions from virtual consultations have the potential to be much smaller than in-person consultations, predominantly through reduced transportation.


Managing a plaque on the forehead

Managing a plaque on the forehead

19/04/2024

When using topical options for treating low-grade lesions, it is important to inform the patient about possible treatment failure and the need to have another intervention if the lesion recurs.


Toxic epidermal necrolysis: A rare and life-threatening condition

Toxic epidermal necrolysis: A rare and life-threatening condition

22/02/2024

This is a case study on toxic epidermal necrolysis.


Approach to red, scaly eruptions in the older patient

Approach to red, scaly eruptions in the older patient

21/11/2023

This article discusses the assessment of acute- to subacute-onset erythematous and scaly plaques that are present on multiple body sites in a patient aged >65 years.


Acne: Unique considerations in skin of colour

Acne: Unique considerations in skin of colour

21/09/2023

This study discusses the importance of recognising and treating postinflammatory hyperpigmentation in skin of colour because it can be a significant patient concern.


Diagnosis, assessment and management of atopic dermatitis in children with skin of colour

Diagnosis, assessment and management of atopic dermatitis in children with skin of colour

21/09/2023

This paper synthesises the latest literature on the diagnosis, assessment, treatment outcomes and cultural considerations for managing atopic dermatitis in children with skin of colour.


A guide to curettage and cautery in the management of skin lesions

A guide to curettage and cautery in the management of skin lesions

19/11/2021

This procedure is a simple, quick and cost-effective option which, when used appropriately and correctly, has shown excellent clinical efficacy and favourable cosmetic outcomes.

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