Derm Dx: Circular, Ecchymotic Lesions on the Back
An incidental finding during an examination for acne reveals circular, ecchymotic lesions on the back of an adolescent.
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Updated Recommendations for Clinical Management of Rosacea
Updated recommendations include discussing disease burden with patients during consultations, and having complete clearance as the primary treatment objective.
2001 to 2016 Saw Large Increase in Mohs Surgery for Melanoma
Regional variation considerable, with more than threefold variation between regions with highest, lowest use.
Enterovirus A71 Vaccine Effective in Preventing Non-Severe Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease
This study shows that full EV-A71 vaccination was effective in preventing EV-A71-associated hand, foot, and mouth disease in children, and partial vaccination may also provide protective effects, especially in older children.
Many Providers Fail to Discuss Sun-Safe Behaviors With Patients
Skin cancer counseling often takes backseat due to lack of time, other pressing health issues.
Gradual Development of Ulcerating Lesions
Case 1 A 63-year-old white man presents to the dermatologist with a 0.8-cm pink, pearly papule with a central core on the left nasal ala that appeared approximately 1 year ago and has slowly grown in size. The lesion has telangiectasias on the surface and periphery. He states that the lesion occasionally bleeds, especially if…
Systemic Psoriasis Therapy Linked to Higher Symtomatic UTI Risk in Women
Use of cyclosporine, infliximab, and anti-IL17 agents may be associated with increased risk of symptomatic urinary tract infection in women with psoriasis.
AAD and NPF Release Clinical Guideline on UV Therapy for Managing Psoriasis
A clinical guideline for the use of phototherapy for the care and management of adult patients with psoriasis developed by the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) and National Psoriasis Foundation (NPF) has been published.
Dietary Vitamin A Intake Tied to Reduced Risk for Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Cutaneous SCC risk reduced for highest vs lowest quintile of vitamin A, retinol, some carotenoids.
Biologic Treatment for Psoriasis May Reduce Coronary Inflammation
Findings indicated by perivascular fat attenuation index, as measured by coronary CT angiography.
Fire Needle Therapy Safe and Effective for Moderate to Severe Acne
Fire needle therapy can be used as a primary treatment, as an alternative to pharmaceuticals, or combined with pharmaceuticals.
Photodynamic Therapy Using 10% ALA Found to Be Effective in Severe Acne
Using higher concentrations of 5-aminolevulinic acid (ALA) gel with photodynamic therapy is more effective in reducing inflammatory lesions than lower concentrations.
Overall Survival Worse With Multiple Primary Melanomas
Median Breslow thickness decreased from 0.90 mm for first melanoma to 0.65 mm for second melanoma.
Lack of Confidence in Undertaking Skin Self-Examinations in Patients With Melanoma
Efforts to integrate new digital technologies to increase regular and thorough skin self-examination for patients with melanoma are warranted, provided sufficient technical support is provided.
Psoriasis Patients Often Use Complementary, Alternative Medicine When Traditional Meds Fail
41, 39.5 percent use alternative, complementary therapies; higher use seen with severe psoriasis.
Combination Therapy for Rosacea Shows Improved Response Rates
Combination of ivermectin cream, doxycycline modified-release capsules has faster onset of action.
Macules With Irregular Borders
Case 1 A 45-year-old man presents to your office because a mole on his arm has been changing over the past several months. He has no significant medical history but has been a patient of yours for the past 10 years after his mother was diagnosed with skin cancer. As a teenager, he frequently visited…
Abdominal Obesity May Raise Risk for Psoriasis
High waist circumference, regardless of overall body mass index, tied to higher risk.
Results From Phase 3 Guselkumab PsA Trials Announced
Janssen announced positive top-line results from two phase 3 trials of Tremfya (guselkumab) in patients with moderate to severe psoriatic arthritis.
Novel Combination Regimen Safe, Effective in Treating Recalcitrant Papulopustular Rosacea
Combination treatment with low‐dose oral isotretinoin, pulsed dye laser, and fractional microneedling radiofrequency is effective to improve recalcitrant papulopustular rosacea with reasonable safety profiles.
Recent Advances in Understanding and Managing Rosacea
Rosacea is a common, persistent dermatologic disorder of the central face affecting an estimated 10% of the world’s population.
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