Talar callosity is an uncommon condition characterized by asymptomatic hyperkeratotic
plaques located on the dorsum of one or both feet. We have detected an increased number …

Prayer marks are asymptomatic callosities resulting from repeated, extended pressure, and
friction exerted on bony prominences when praying on hard ground. A 41‐year‐old woman …

Prayer marks (PMs) are commonly occurring dermatologic changes in muslims who pray
and develop over a long period of time as a consequence of repeated and extended …

A 15‐year‐old boy presented with a two‐year history of subcutaneous nodules on his feet
that were painful on palpation and with footwear. The patient is an avid gamer, and his …

Many types of skin lesions have been described in patients with diabetes, but prolonged
prayer-induced hyperkeratosis and callous formation are rare. We describe such lesions in a …

La pratique d'une religion, d'une confession ou d'un culte s' accompagne habituellement de
rites, rituels, cérémonies ou célébrations qui guident la vie des pratiquants. Leur fréquence …

We read with great interest the article by Papadakis et al.[1] in which the authors studied
prayer marks (PMs) in immigrants from Bangladesh with Diabetes who live in Greece. We …

This article explores the potential impact of religious festivals on people with diabetes, with
some brief examples. The emotional effects of festivals and the impact of fasting, feasting …

In this chapter we discuss various dermatoses associated with the practice of different
religions. As the world is becoming a more diverse place, it is important for physicians to be …

BACKGROUND: Verrucous skin lesions of lower limbs often brings a diagnostic dilemma to
a treating Dermatologist. Much study has not been done on this subject. A proper workup is …