Introduction: Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC) is a prevalent skin cancer, with a higher incidence among individuals with albinism due to their lack of melanin protection. Aim: This study investigates the association between SCC and different types of albinism, ocular-cutaneous, cut...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrdes/2025/v8i1127
Introduction: The immune system plays a crucial role in defending the body against infections, autoimmune diseases, and malignancies. Individuals with albinism, characterised by melanin deficiency, may exhibit altered immune responses due to the potential immune modulatory role o...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrdes/2025/v8i1128
Background: Eruptive nevi represents a quite rare dermatological phenomenon with a sudden onset of multiple melanocytic nevi over a short period of time. Objective: To describe a unique case of eruptive nevi developed along with estrogen-progestin therapy; and to consider the cli...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrdes/2025/v8i1126
Background: Pemphigus foliaceus (PF) is a rare autoimmune blistering disorder caused by IgG4 autoantibodies targeting desmoglein 1, leading to superficial intraepidermal acantholysis. While typically presenting with widespread lesions, localized forms are exceptionally rare. Obje...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrdes/2025/v8i1125
Wendlassida Martin NACANABO, Issa OUEDRAOGO, Yannick Laurent Tchenadoyo BAYALA, Kafando Rachidatou, Marcellin BONKOUNGOU & André Koudnoaga SAMADOULOUGOU·Asian Journal of Research in Dermatological Science·2025
Introduction: Pericardial involvement in systemic scleroderma is rare but may be life-threatening when refractory to standard therapy. Among these, refractory pericarditis is a particularly severe complication. Case Report: The patient presented with diffuse poikilodermal lesions...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrdes/2025/v8i1124
Background: Generalized Bullous Fixed Drug Eruption (GBFDE) is a severe cutaneous adverse drug reaction that can mimic toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN). Its prompt recognition is crucial to prevent severe complications and recurrence upon drug re-exposure. Case Report: We report...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrdes/2025/v8i1123
Favour Ugochi Ukaumunna, Elohor Precious Samuel, Mkpoikana Emmanuel Johnson, Sargwak Ponman James, Longmun David Dampo, Hope Chimbuezie Ngozi, Miriam Amarachi Mike, Kelechi Emmanuel Amanze & Michael Ugochukwu James·Asian Journal of Research in Dermatological Science·2025
Psoriasis is an incurable chronic inflammatory skin condition that affects about 125 million people worldwide. While psoriasis commonly affects people in the West, it has been widely underreported in Africa, particularly Nigeria. Due to its rare occurrence, only a few studies hav...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrdes/2025/v8i1122
Hailey-Hailey disease (HHD) is a rare autosomal dominant disorder of the skin, marked by recurrent blistering and erosions. Due to its resemblance to other dermatologic conditions, it is often misdiagnosed. A 74-year-old male with a five-year history of recurring skin lesions pre...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrdes/2025/v8i1121
The teeth, skin, hair, nails and eccrine and sebaceous glands which are tissues ectodermally or mesodermally derived can be affected by rare disorders called ectodermal dysplasias. The most common type of ectodermal dysplasias is known as Christ-Siemens-Touraine syndrome or anhid...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrdes/2025/v8i1120
Menkes kinky hair disease or Menkeys disease is a rare x linked disorder causes by mutation of the ATP7A gene that regulates the metabolism of copper. Here we discuss an eight month old male infant with protein energy malnutrition who was admitted in the hospital with history of...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrdes/2025/v8i1119