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Topical imiquimod for recalcitrant facial flat warts
1Brooke Army Medical Center, Department of Dermatology, Fort Sam Houston, Texas, USA.
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|March 30, 2000
Summary
Topical imiquimod 5% cream effectively treated recalcitrant facial flat warts in a young woman. Complete clearance was achieved within three weeks of application.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Immunology
Background:
- Imiquimod is an immune response modifier.
- It is approved for treating external genital warts.
Observation:
- A case study involving a 21-year-old woman with persistent facial flat warts was conducted.
- The patient had not responded to previous treatments.
Findings:
- Topical imiquimod 5% cream resulted in complete clearance of facial flat warts.
- Therapeutic effect was observed after 3 weeks of treatment.
Implications:
- Imiquimod may be a viable treatment option for facial flat warts.
- Further research is warranted to confirm efficacy and safety in a larger population.
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