White Fibrous Papulosis of the Neck Treated With Fractionated 1550-nm Erbium Glass Laser: A Case Report

Introduction: Despite its clinical features of multiple, confluent, small, whitish, smooth, and clear-demarcate papules on the neck and back, the pathogenesis of white fibrous papulosis of the neck (WFPN) is still unknown. The lesions increase progressively and do not regress over time. However, no effective treatment has yet been identified.Case Report: We reported the successful results of a female patient receiving efficacious treatment for her extensive lesions of WFPN with nonablative fractional photothermolysis laser (Fractionated 1550-Erbium Glass laser).Conclusion: This photothermolysis laser could then be suggestive as the therapeutic option for WFPN. 

Red light emitting diode as an adjuvant treatment for epidermal growth factor receptor inhibitors-induced paronychia

We evaluated the efficacy and safety of red light LED as an adjuvant treatment for epidermal growth factor receptor inhibitor-induced paronychia. Eight patients were recruited in this randomized, single-blinded controlled trial. They were randomized to receive red-light on one hand or foot 2–3 times/week for 6 weeks while the contralateral side served as controls. The standard treatments were continued. Erythema and lesion elevation observed by Anthera® 3D, severity and pain scores were obtained at weeks 0, 2, 4, 6, and 8. The red light group showed significantly lower erythema, severity, and pain scores at weeks 4, 6, and 8. The elevation was significantly lower in the red light group at every follow-up visit. No adverse events occurred. Red light therapy may be an option as adjunctive treatment for EGFRi-induced paronychia