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The correct answer is D! Pityriasis rosea showing annular scaly patches.

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MONDAY MYSTERY!
What is the most likely diagnosis?
A. Tinea corporis
B. Guttate psoriasis
C. Secondary syphilis
D. Pityriasis rosea

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Monday Mystery:

What is the likely underlying cause of this condition?

A. Autoimmune melanocyte destruction
B. Hyperinsulinemia with insulin resistance
C. Chronic sun exposure
D. Excess cortisol production

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The correct answer is Lichen planus pigmentosus!

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What’s the diagnosis for the picture below?

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The correct answer is B, FLG gene mutation. The condition is atopic dermatitis, and the loss-of-function mutation in the FLG gene creates a leaky skin barrier.

Read more about the role of filaggrin in atopic dermatitis here: https://t.co/siOeIdfp36

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Happy Monday Mystery!

What is the root cause of the condition seen below?

A) Contact with caustic chemicals
B) FLG (filaggrin) gene mutation
C) Fungal infection (tinea corporis)
D) Vitamin D deficiency

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The correct answer is A. Erythema ab igne

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Monday Mystery: what is the diagnosis?

A. Erythema ab igne
B. Livedo reticularis
C. Cutis marmorata
D. Stasis dermatitis

Photo Credit: The Hospitalist

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Thank you to everyone who joined our Match Panel tonight. We hope you found it insightful as you navigate your own journey!

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Former board members are sharing networking tips for future applicants now!

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Want to stand out during clinicals? Join our Match Panel to learn the approach that can set you apart!

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Our newly matched applicants are sharing their path to dermatology—tune in!!

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Our Match Panel with previous board members will be starting soon at 6:30 PM ET! It’s not too late to join, register now:

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The answer is B) Tinea corporis aka ringworm!

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Monday Mystery!
What’s the diagnosis?
A) Seborrheic dermatitis
B) Tinea corporis (ringworm)
C) Nummular eczema
D) Granuloma Annulare
Photo creds: VisualDx

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The answer is B) Morphea!

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Monday Mystery!
What’s the diagnosis?
A) Lichen sclerosus
B) Morphea
C) Granuloma annulare
D) Eosinophilic fasciitis

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🌿 Living with Lupus: Understanding Skin of Color 🌿
Join us on November 20th from 6–7:15 PM CST for a special event with Tiffany Marie, Founder of Lupus Chat!

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