Rosacea Fulminans
Rosacea fulminans is a rare dermatosis characterized by the sudden onset of coalescing nodules and draining sinuses on the face, typically affecting young women. First reported in 1940 by the name pyoderma faciale, it was thought to be an infiltrative pyo
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Acneiform Eruptions in Dermatology A Differential Diagnosis
Acneiform Eruptions in Dermatology
Joshua A. Zeichner Editor
Acneiform Eruptions in Dermatology A Differential Diagnosis
Editor Joshua A. Zeichner, M.D. Assistant Professor Director of Cosmetic and Clinical Research Dermatology Department Mount Sinai Medical Center New York, NY, USA
ISBN 978-1-4614-8343-4 ISBN 978-1-4614-8344-1 (eBook) DOI 10.1007/978-1-4614-8344-1 Springer New York Heidelberg Dordrecht London Library of Congress Control Number: 2013951661 © Springer Science+Business Media New York 2014 This work is subject to copyright. All rights are reserved by the Publisher, whether the whole or part of the material is concerned, specifically the rights of translation, reprinting, reuse of illustrations, recitation, broadcasting, reproduction on microfilms or in any other physical way, and transmission or information storage and retrieval, electronic adaptation, computer software, or by similar or dissimilar methodology now known or hereafter developed. Exempted from this legal reservation are brief excerpts in connection with reviews or scholarly analysis or material supplied specifically for the purpose of being entered and executed on a computer system, for exclusive use by the purchaser of the work. Duplication of this publication or parts thereof is permitted only under the provisions of the Copyright Law of the Publisher’s location, in its current version, and permission for use must always be obtained from Springer. Permissions for use may be obtained through RightsLink at the Copyright Clearance Center. Violations are liable to prosecution under the respective Copyright Law. The use of general descriptive names, registered names, trademarks, service marks, etc. in this publication does not imply, even in the absence of a specific statement, that such names are exempt from the relevant protective laws and regulations and therefore free for general use. While the advice and information in this book are believed to be true and accurate at the date of publication, neither the authors nor the editors nor the publisher can accept any legal responsibility for any errors or omissions that may be made. The publisher makes no warranty, express or implied, with respect to the material contained herein. Printed on acid-free paper Springer is part of Springer Science+Business Media (www.springer.com)
To Cori, Jake, and Chloe, whose bright smiles and unconditional love inspire me every day. To my parents, without whose support I would not be where I am today. Joshua A. Zeichner, M.D.
Preface
An estimated 40–50 million people in the United States suffer from acne, and up to 85 % of people experience acne at some point in their lives. Dermatologists, primary care doctors, and pediatricians see these patients every day in practice. It is important to treat the skin effectively not only to reduce the risk of physical scarring but also to address the negative psychosocial impact this disease carries. Improving the skin can improve self-confidence, in
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