Dermatology
Conference Coverage
Can dietary tweaks improve some skin diseases?
Myths abound, but some associations of diet with skin diseases hold water, according to Dr. Vivian Shi.
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Diabetes devices may give children contact dermatitis
“This study should serve as a call to action for continued improvements in the transparency of the components that make up the devices and...
Article
Widespread rash in toddler
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Study finds higher risk of skin cancer after childhood organ transplant
There’s an increased incidence of keratinocyte carcinoma in children who receive a solid-organ transplant, but it does not tend to develop until...
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Study provides consensus on lab monitoring during isotretinoin therapy
The recommendations “provide a framework for management of a typical, otherwise healthy patient being treated with isotretinoin for acne,” the...
Article
Bleeding arm lesion
Conference Coverage
Hair disorder treatments are evolving
New treatment methods are increasing, but psychosocial needs remain and should be addressed.
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A fish tale? More on that seafood, melanoma study
“I wouldn’t encourage anyone to change their fish consumption habits just because of this paper.”
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FDA OKs first systemic treatment for alopecia areata
The decision came after review of the results from two randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trials.
Article
Coalescing skin-colored papules
The rash’s distinct clinical appearance and the patient’s age pointed to an uncommon diagnosis.