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Histatin-Based Metallopeptides Target Secondary Biofilms Derived from Candida albicans Persister Cells in Recurrent Vulvovaginal Candidiasis

Biofilm-associated persister cells contribute to the recurrence and treatment failure of Candida albicans infections. Here, two Histatin 5-derived peptides (P1 and P2) and their silver(I)-coordinated derivatives (M1 and M2) were evaluated against a vaginal C. albicans clinical is...

Prolonged remission of pediatric pityriasis lichenoides et varioliformis acuta after systemic corticosteroid therapy: a case report and scoping review

Abstract Background Pityriasis lichenoides is a rare inflammatory dermatosis characterized by a heterogeneous clinical course and poorly standardized treatment strategies. Approximately 20% of cases occur during childhood, yet evidence regarding systemic corticosteroid therapy re...