Thai Journal of Dermatology https://he02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/TJD <p><strong>Objective </strong>Promoting excellence in the practice of dermatology</p> <p><strong>Focus and Scope</strong></p> <p>Thai Journal of Dermatology is the official peer-reviewed publication of the Dermatological Society of Thailand. The journal aims to provide a forum for the exchange of information about new and significant research in dermatology in Thailand and throughout the world. We welcome submissions from authors’ worldwide publishing articles that focus on dermatology and support the professional and educational needs of its readers. Thai Journal of Dermatology welcomes manuscripts that focus on clinical and basic science related to dermatology, health care policy and economics, medical education and ethics, and related topics. All research involving human research subjects, the authors please submit a photocopy of a document of approval from Institutional Review Board (IRB) or Institutional Ethic Committee (IEC).</p> <p>It is our policy that there is <strong>NO</strong> publication charge.</p> en-US <p>เนื้อหาและข้อมูลในบทความที่ลงตีพิมพ์ในวารสารโรคผิวหนัง ถือเป็นข้อคิดเห็นและความรับผิดชอบของผู้เขียนบทความโดยตรงซึ่งกองบรรณาธิการวารสาร ไม่จำเป็นต้องเห็นด้วย หรือร่วมรับผิดชอบใดๆ</p> <p>บทความ ข้อมูล เนื้อหา รูปภาพ ฯลฯ ที่ได้รับการตีพิมพ์ในวารสารโรคผิวหนัง ถือเป็นลิขสิทธิ์ของวารสารฯ หากบุคคลหรือหน่วยงานใดต้องการนำทั้งหมดหรือส่วนหนึ่งส่วนใดไปเผยแพร่ต่อหรือเพื่อกระทำการใดๆ จะต้องได้รับอนุญาตเป็นลายลักอักษรจากบรรณาธิการวารสารโรคผิวหนังก่อนเท่านั้น</p> contact@dst.or.th (Assoc. Prof. Dr. Charussri Leeyaphan (รศ.ดร.พญ.จรัสศรี ฬียาพรรณ)) dermthai@gmail.com (Miss Neeyawan Ketpreechasawad (น.ส.ณียวรรณ เกษปรีชาสวัสดิ์)) Fri, 06 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0700 OJS 3.3.0.8 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 60 Subcutaneous Basidiobolomycosis: A Report of Young Thai Lady https://he02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/TJD/article/view/267248 <p>Subcutaneous basidiobolomycosis is a rare chronic granulomatous infection caused by <em>Basidiobolus ranarum</em>. We present the case of a 22-year-old Thai woman who, without a history of trauma, presented with painless masses extending from the left flank to the left thigh over the course of one year. Notably, the condition failed to respond to a six-month course of anti-tuberculosis medication. Subsequent investigations, including skin biopsy, tissue culture, and polymerase chain reaction, conclusively confirmed the diagnosis of subcutaneous basidiobolomycosis. Remarkably, neither clinical assessments nor imaging revealed involvement of other organs except for left posterior gluteus maximus and left lateral tensor fascia latae muscle. The patient achieved complete resolution following a two-month administration of itraconazole at a dosage of 400mg per day.</p> Chachrist Tuchinda, Panlop Chakkavittumrong, Suttichai Visuttichaikit Copyright (c) 2024 Thai Journal of Dermatology http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 https://he02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/TJD/article/view/267248 Fri, 06 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0700 Deep Vein Thrombosis Related with Henoch-Schönlein Purpura in Pediatric Patient https://he02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/TJD/article/view/266757 <p>Henoch-Schönlein Purpura is a condition within the vasculitis groups. It can result in manifestations, including abdominal discomfort, kidney problems, joint inflammation, and palpable purpura. In some instances, it may even lead to the development of thrombosis. An illustrative case involved a boy diagnosed with Henoch-Schönlein Purpura who experienced vein thrombosis in both legs. The patient experienced an improvement in his symptoms after receiving enoxaparin and colchicine.</p> Sirada Srithanetsakul, Burawat Nilrod Copyright (c) 2024 Thai Journal of Dermatology http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 https://he02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/TJD/article/view/266757 Fri, 06 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0700 Dual Improvements in Dermatological Symptoms and Psychological Well-Being of Psoriasis Patients After Treatment with a Single Dose of Secukinumab: Three Case Reports https://he02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/TJD/article/view/267150 <p>Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that significantly impacts the physical and psychological well-being of affected individuals. It is characterized by well-demarcated, erythematous plaques with a white scaly surface. Beyond its dermatological manifestations, psoriasis is associated with systemic comorbidities, including arthritis, metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular diseases, and notably, psychological disorders such as depression and anxiety. We report a case series of patients suffering from moderate to severe psoriasis with concurrent mild to moderate depression. Patients administered with a single dose of 300 mg secukinumab, an interleukin-17 antagonist, showed significant improvements in psoriasis symptoms, quality of life, and depression levels within an 8-week period. This dual benefit underscores the importance of an integrated approach to managing patients with psoriasis, addressing both dermatological and psychological aspects.</p> Pajaree Khemachit, Julphat Intarasupht Copyright (c) 2024 Thai Journal of Dermatology http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 https://he02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/TJD/article/view/267150 Fri, 06 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0700 Identification if a New FLCN Variant in a Patient with Suspected Birt-Hogg-Dubé Syndrome Presented with Cutaneous Late-Onset Angiofibroma https://he02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/TJD/article/view/268115 <p>A 63-year-old female presented with a 40-year history of multiple skin-colored facial papules with previous medical history of two episodes of spontaneous pneumothorax at the age of 28 and 62 years. Multiple cysts in both lungs were detected by high-resolution computed tomography chest. Physical examination revealed multiple skin-colored facial papules on her nose and malar area. Sanger sequencing of <em>FLCN</em> showed a new heterozygous mutation, c.1448T&gt;C, p.Leu483Pro, potentially resulting in abnormally functioning protein. Even in the absence of characteristic skin histology, the diagnosis was made using one major criterion (<em>FLCN</em> germline mutation) and one minor criterion (many lung cysts) in accordance with the European Birt-Hogg-Dubé Syndrome Consortium diagnostic criteria<sup>6</sup></p> Thanyasak Bespinyowong, Tanattrin Bunnag, Chavalit Supsrisunjai Copyright (c) 2024 Thai Journal of Dermatology http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 https://he02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/TJD/article/view/268115 Fri, 06 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0700 The Chik Sign – Unmasking Chikungunya through Facial Pigmentation – A Case Report https://he02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/TJD/article/view/267967 <p>The "Chik Sign," which is a distinctive facial pigmentation pattern associated with Chikungunya fever, aids in prompt clinical diagnosis. A 38-year-old woman presented with complaints of facial pigmentation and had a history of severe joint pain. Dermatoscopic examination supported the diagnosis of Chikungunya, underscoring the significance of early recognition. This case highlights the importance of considering Chikungunya in dermatological presentations of facial pigmentation.</p> Sonia P Jain, Amisha, Aditya Ambulkar Copyright (c) 2024 Thai Journal of Dermatology http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 https://he02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/TJD/article/view/267967 Fri, 06 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0700