Journal of pediatric and adolescent gynecology
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J Pediatr Adolesc Gynecol · Jun 2003
Case ReportsImpetigo herpetiformis unresponsive to therapy in a pregnant adolescent.
Impetigo herpetiformis is a rare pustular disorder affecting mainly pregnant women. We report a 16-yr-old adolescent primigravida, who presented with impetigo herpetiformis at 27 weeks gestation. ⋯ Because of the deteriorating condition of the patient, an early delivery decision was made. Her symptoms resolved after delivery, and at day 20 postpartum her skin lesions were completely resolved.
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J Pediatr Adolesc Gynecol · Jun 2003
ReviewManagement of adolescent chronic pelvic pain from endometriosis: a pain center perspective.
To review the options for the treatment of chronic pelvic pain in adolescents with endometriosis. ⋯ An individualized, multidisciplinary approach may be effective in improving overall outcome in patients with chronic pelvic pain in reducing pain and normalizing function.