Dermatology Nurses Association

Friendship in Dermatology Nurses, Personal Growth, and Leadership No abstract available

Dermatology Nurse Practitioner Practice Analysis No abstract available

Skin Cancer Knowledge and Prevention Practices Among Young Adult Athletes The Skin Cancer Foundation defines skin cancer as uncontrolled growth of abnormal skin cells (The Skin Cancer Foundation, 2016b). Skin cancer risk factors include ultraviolet radiation and sun exposure (American Cancer Society, 2016b). Young adult outdoor athletes are frequently exposed to the sun and are at an increased risk of developing skin cancer. Research found young adult athletes average 1,000 hours in the sun annually for their sport (Wysong et al., 2012). This article examines current literature and studies that have researched young adult athletes on their knowledge of being at an increased skin cancer risk as well as their attitudes and sun protective behaviors in regard to skin cancer and prevention. The purpose is to evaluate as a whole whether frequent sun exposure influences young adult athletes’ use of preventative measures such as sunscreen or protective clothing. Results found that most athletes were knowledgeable of sunscreen use being a preventative measure for sun protection and skin cancer; however, sunscreen was not always applied (Lawler et al., 2012; Walker et al., 2014; Wysong et al., 2012). Results indicate that skin cancer and preventative practices among young adult athletes continue to be a concern, and therefore research should focus on addressing ways to promote skin cancer prevention practices as well as screening, management, and treatment strategies (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2014).

A Case of Folliculitis Decalvans With Concomitant Acne Keloidalis Nuchae, Androgenic Alopecia, and Profound Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation Folliculitis decalvans is a cicatricial alopecia of the parietal scalp and vertex characterized by erythematous, scarred, confluent patches of alopecia with scattered peripheral pustules and scale. It is most common among middle-aged men and is frequently associated with acne keloidalis nuchae. The pathogenesis of folliculitis decalvans is not completely understood, but it likely involves an inappropriate inflammatory response to components of Staphylococcus aureus. Folliculitis decalvans is a chronic disease characterized by periods of remission and exacerbation. Patients with long-standing, undertreated disease can experience severe hair loss and postinflammatory hyperpigmentation. Treatment is focused on reducing inflammation and bacterial load using oral antibiotic therapy. Early recognition and treatment is paramount to alleviate symptoms and limit irreversible hair loss.

Stasis Dermatitis Teledermatology is a term to describe the provision of dermatologic medical services through telecommunication technology. This is a case of itchy hyperpigmented skin with pitting edema.

Enlarging Red-to-Purple Nodule on the Forehead Teledermatology is a term to describe the provision of dermatologic medical services through telecommunication technology. In store-and-forward teledermatology, patient medical information (including history and visual data) obtained in one location is transferred electronically to a provider who is in another location. The construct of this column is such that cases are presented in a standardized teledermatology reader format. This is a case of an enlarging red-to-purple nodule on the forehead.

Photodistributed Rash on the Upper Extremities and Chest This is a case of a pruritic, photodistributed rash on the arms and chest of an adult patient who recently started a new medication. A multiple-choice question is presented, and readers will be challenged to identify the correct drug that triggered this rash based on case presentation and patient history. An answer is given followed by a discussion of causes, clinical features, and appropriate management of the rash.

A Dermatologic Perspective to Public Health No abstract available

A Case of Folliculitis Decalvans With Concomitant Acne Keloidalis Nuchae, Androgenic Alopecia, and Profound Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation No abstract available