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Detection of IL-17A and IL-17F gene polymorphism in recurrent and disseminated pityriasis versicolor: a case-control study.
Archives of dermatological research - 1 Jul 2023
El-Tahlawi S R, Ramadan A H, Shaker O G, Hilal R F
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Recurrent and disseminated pityriasis versicolor (RDPV) is a common clinical entity, characterized by its recurrent and disfiguring nature. Studies demonstrated host genetic variations in the immune response, especially the role of IL-17 in antifungal immunity. This study aimed to detect whether IL-17A and F gene polymorphisms are found in cases of RDPV. It included 100 cases of RDPV and 100 age and sex matched...
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