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Introduction. Skin tags are known to be associated with several systemic diseases such as diabetes mellitus, obesity, dyslipidemia and cardiovascular diseases. Only a few Indian studies have investigated patients with ...

Localized scleroderma is a rare autoimmune disorder affecting the dermis, subcutaneous tissue and deeper structures. The course of localized scleroderma includes three stages: early inflammation, progressive sclerosis an...

Raynaud’s phenomenon is one of the most common disorders of the blood vessels, which usually affects fingers and toes. Raynaud’s disease, also called primary Raynaud’s phenomenon, is diagnosed when the cause is unk...

Apoptosis is a physiological mechanism of programmed cell death, in contrast to necrosis, without eliciting an inflammatory response. It plays the key role in the functioning of different tissues and organs. The balance ...

Introduction . Atopic dermatitis is a chronic and recurrent inflammatory skin condition. Significant skin lesions caused by the condition contribute to a negative perception of one’s body. A negative body image may cau...

Localized scleroderma (morphea) is a connective tissue disease that affects the skin, subcutaneous tissue and underlying tissues including the fasciae, muscles and bones. The treatment of localized scleroderma depends on...

Introduction . Urticarial vasculitis is a subtype of cutaneous leukocytoclastic vasculitis. The disease often accompanies systemic disorders, including hematologic malignancies, connective tissue diseases, and infectious...