O étosu lékaře v současné době

MUDr. Jana Zímová, Mgr. Pavlína Zímová

Dermatol. praxi. 2011;5(3):119  

Skin diseases caused by mechanical factors in athletes

MUDr. Helena Aksamítová

Dermatol. praxi. 2011;5(3):124-125  

This article is focused on some skin diseases that can occur in athletes. These skin diseases are dividend into mechanical dermatoses, dermatoses caused by enviromental factors, skin infections and immune reactions with skin manifestations in sport. In this article we deal with diseases caused by mechanical loads.

Hormonal contraception of acne in the treatment

MUDr.Petr Křepelka, Ph.D.

Dermatol. praxi. 2011;5(3):126-130  

Acne vulgaris affects more than 40 % of adolescent women. An enhanced sebaceous gland activity with hyperceratinisation, follicular occlusion, Propiobacterium acnes overgrowth and inflammatory reaction belongs to the major pathogenetic factors of acne. Hormonal antiandrogen treatment targets the androgen-metabolizing cells of the pilosebaceous unit. OCs reduce acne lesions by complex effect: increasing sex hormone-binding globulins levels, decreasing free testosterone and androgen levels , by blocking of androgen receptors and inhibiting of peripheral androgen conversion. The combinations of ethinyl estradiol with cyproterone acetate, dienogest,...

Acne - An overview, news in the treatment

MUDr.Kateřina Fajkošová

Dermatol. praxi. 2011;5(3):131-132  

Acne is one of the most frequent diseases treated in dermatology praxis. It affects considerable percentage of population not only in teen age. The knowledge about pathogenesis of acne is more and more extensive. Researches are more focused on molecular level. New receptores are being discovered and development of new active subtances is related. The following text brings information about one perspective active ingredient.

Facial dermatoses in children

MUDr. Stanislava Polášková

Dermatol. praxi. 2011;5(3):134-139  

The author deals with facial dermatoses from the neonatal period to puberty. From a wide range of conditions, she selects the most common diagnoses, and discusses the treatment options and differential diagnosis. rosacea, steroid rosacea, demodicosis, sarcoidosis, granulosis rubra nasi, photodermatoses.

Dermatology therapy in lactating women

MUDr.Zuzana Nevoralová, Ph.D.

Dermatol. praxi. 2011;5(3):140-145  

Dermatovenereologists are often faced with the problem of local and systemic drugs administration to breastfeeding woman. The physician´s responsibility is to be aware of the potential risk of prescribing a specific therapeutic agent, to inform the mother of this risk, and to administer the most suitable drug for diagnosis. The purpose of this article is to provide guidelines of basic drug administration to the breastfeeding woman.

Role of photoprotection in preventing skin cancer in general population and in patients following organ transplantation

MUDr.Alena Machovcová, MBA

Dermatol. praxi. 2011;5(3):146-149  

The number of all skin cancers has been rising exponentially in the recent years. It is associated not only with improved diagnosis, but also with excessive exposure to UV radiation. The paper discusses the effects of UV radiation on the skin, the possibilities of protection for the general population and the specific features of photoprotection in patients following solid organ transplantation.

Reticular arythematous mucinosis

MUDr.Lubomír Drlík, doc.MUDr.Lumír Pock, CSc., MUDr.Veronika Paťavová

Dermatol. praxi. 2011;5(3):150-151  

We are describing a case of a 52-year-old woman diagnosed with reticular erythematous mucinosis. The patient used to come to our outpatient clinic because of repeated appearance of erythema focus on her body and arms. The first medication with corticosteroids and antihistamines was not effective enough, after histological identification of diagnosis she was cured with antimalarial drugs which lead to fast recovery.

Our experiences with local treatment of burns

MUDr.Štěpánka Dočekalová

Dermatol. praxi. 2011;5(3):152-154  

The article describes opinion with the treatment of burns in children, who were treated in the out – and inpatient department of pediatric surgery and traumatology. After the introduction, where are mentioned some general information about burns, the author describes the possibility of local therapy and some surgical methods for healing of burns. The article is enriched with objective photodocumentation.

Ciclosporin A in treating toxic epidermal necrolysis

MUDr.David Nešpor, MUDr.Břetislav Lipový, MUDr.Nora Gregorová

Dermatol. praxi. 2011;5(3):156-159  

Toxic epidermal necrolysis was first described by Alan Lyell, a Scottish dermatologist, in 1956. That is why this nosological entity is also referred to as Lyell’s syndrome. It is an extremely rare disease characterized by extensive epidermal necrolysis and systemic toxicity. Only an early diagnosis, immediate initiation of treatment, good-quality nutrition and wound care along with accurate microbiological monitoring can improve the prognosis of patients with this disease. We report a case of a severely affected young Vietnamese woman treated with ciclosporin A.

Epicutaneous tests in practice

Monika Langerová, MUDr.Iva Karlová, MUDr.Jan Šternberský

Dermatol. praxi. 2011;5(3):171-174  

Epicutaneous tests are used in practice as a method of diagnosing allergic contact dermatitis. The types of epicutaneous tests, the technique of performance and the method of evaluation are explained. In conclusion, the results of epicutaneous tests carried out at the Department of Dermatology and Venerology of the University Hospital and Palacký University in Olomouc in the year 2010 are reported.

The influence of biological treatment on quality of life of a patient with severe psoriasis

Mgr.Darja Perůtková, PhDr.Ilona Plevová

Dermatol. praxi. 2011;5(3):175-177  

A case report of woman with psoriasis vulgaris treated with biologicals provides a proof of how important this modern treatment is for patients with this lifelong disease. Psoriasis is a very burdening disease during which patients suffer not only physically, but also psychologically and socially. Biological treatment gives these people the opportunity to return to active life and expressively increases their quality of life.

Chemical peel - over view and use in corrective dermatology

MUDr.Lucia Mansfeldová

Dermatol. praxi. 2011;5(3):160-162  

Chemical peel is application of chemical agent to the skin that results in injury of the epidermis and dermis followed by second-intention wound healing, regeneration from adnexal structures and leads to improvement of color and texture of the skin. The depth of penetration depends on the type and concentration of chemical agent, preoperative preparation, localisation, skin type and degree of photo-damage. Except cosmetic indications such as treatment of hyperpigmentation, acne, scars and wrinkles, CHP is very important in prevention and treatment of precancerosis and non-melanoma skin cancer.

Melasma: aetiology and treatment options

MUDr.Ivana Plecháčová, MUDr.Lukáš Lacina, Ph.D.

Dermatol. praxi. 2011;5(3):167-169  

Pigmentation disorders, particularly in the facial area, are among major psychosocial problems the management of which is often provided by a dermatologist. These disorders may adversely affect the patient’s quality of life. Differential diagnosis involves a rather large number of conditions that may result in pigmentation changes. In addition to locally-acting factors, inborn errors, manifestations of systemic disease, or effects of medication use all have to be considered. The paper provides a brief overview of issues concerning melasma and its treatment options.

Over the counter preparations in dermatology. Cosmetics or drugs?

PharmDr.Petr Horák

Dermatol. praxi. 2011;5(3):164-166  

There are plenty of preparations available in pharmacies for skin use. However, these preparations are not always comparable in clinical evidence aspect. Physicians and pharmacists should aware of this fact. Paper further discusses availability of compounded drugs as over-the counter medicines in pharmacies.

Autodidaktický test 3/2011

Dermatol. praxi. 2011;5(3):178