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
Abstract: Pityriasis alba is a common, benign skin disorder occurring predominantly in children and adolescents. Most patients have a history of atopy, and pityriasis alba may be a minor manifestation of atopic dermatitis. It is characterized by ill-defined macules and patches or...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrdes/2025/v8i1118
Background: Cancers are known to be on the increase in Nigeria. This has been attributed to the rise in oil exploration in the nation. The Niger Delta region faces a lot of oil spillage and is highly vulnerable to the effects of this spillage which includes health disorders like...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrdes/2025/v8i1117
Background: Skin tag is a benign tumor of the skin with a soft consistency which commonly occurs in the flexure area. Skin tag often found in individuals with middle and old age. Until now, there are many of theories have been proposed to explain the mechanism of the skin tag, on...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrdes/2024/v7i1116
Background: Dermatophyte infections are prevalent fungal conditions affecting the skin, hair, and nails, often leading to discomfort and potential complications if untreated. Voriconazole, a triazole antifungal, is effective against various fungal pathogens but its role in treati...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrdes/2024/v7i1115
Regarding childhood leprosy, lack of well-defined clinical signs in children make this section of population highly vulnerable for late diagnosis and leading to disabilities and complications. Prevalence of Hansen’s disease has increased since the last decade with many atypical p...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrdes/2024/v7i1114
Introduction: Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacteria Treponema pallidum. It is also transmissible from mother to child, or through transfusion of infected blood or blood products. This study was aimed at finding the seroprevalence of syphilis in some...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrdes/2024/v7i1113
Aims: To check whether climate change, through a drop in rainfall, has led to an increase in the range of mycetomas in Senegal and to verify if eumycetomas occur with predilection in the most arid areas with low rainfall. Methodology: we conducted a retrospective, descriptive st...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrdes/2024/v7i1112
Background: Acne vulgaris, a common dermatological condition, often requires effective and well-tolerated treatment strategies, particularly in moderate cases. Oral isotretinoin is a widely used and potent treatment, but its use can be limited by significant side effects, includi...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrdes/2024/v7i1111
Background: Dupilumab, an IL-4 and IL-13 antagonist, has demonstrated efficacy in treating moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis (AD). While short-term benefits are well-documented, long-term effectiveness and safety data are crucial for evaluating sustained treatment strategies....
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Research Article10.9734/ajrdes/2024/v7i1110