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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Diet Diversity in Pregnancy Lowers Risk of Offspring Eczema and Allergy
A diverse maternal diet during pregnancy, especially among mothers who have a history of allergic disease, is associated with lower rates of eczema and/or food allergies in infant offspring.
Invasive Melanoma Incidence Decreasing in Teens, Young Adults
From 2006 to 2015, melanoma rates increased among adults ≥40 years, decreased in younger populations.
FDA: Biotin Supplements Could Affect Results of Medical Tests
Agency particularly concerned about biotin interference causing a falsely low result for troponin.
Expert Roundtable: Comorbidities in Atopic Dermatitis
Atopic dermatitis, especially severe atopic dermatitis, is associated with allergic, autoimmune, and cardiovascular comorbidities.
New Onset of Verrucous Papules
Case 1 A 42-year-old white man presents for his annual skin check with complaints of a waxy, brown papule on his back. He reports that he scratched it off on several occasions recently, but it returned each time. He states that the lesion is a nuisance, but it does not itch, bleed, or cause pain.…
Risk for Cancer Incidence, Mortality Increased With Psoriasis
Overall cancer mortality and mortality for liver, esophageal, pancreatic cancer up with severe psoriasis.
Indoor Tanning May Up Risk for Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Dose-response association found between indoor tanning and SCC risk among women.
Patients, Providers Agree on Outcome Measures for Inflammatory Skin Disorders
Patients and providers agreed that Skindex instruments are important complements to patient global assessments for determining disease burden and severity in clinical practice.
Erythematous, Pruritic Plaques
Case 1 A 30-year-old man presents to the office for a mildly itchy rash over a large area of his body that has been worsening for the past 6 months. He states that the rash started on his elbows and knees and has quickly spread to his torso and extremities. He has tried several home…
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.
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