Dermatology
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Atopic dermatitis associated with increased suicidality
The disease is associated with high levels of proinflammatory cytokines, which have been isolated in the cerebrospinal fluid of patients who have...
Clinical Review
How I Became a Derm Guru (And How You Can, Too)
For years, the author has been an icon in the dermatology realm—but he didn’t start out that way. Here is the engaging story of how an “average...
Conference Coverage
New worldwide atopic dermatitis survey brings big surprises
PARIS – Findings of the huge 18-nation survey triggers reconsideration of adult atopic dermatitis.
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When Skin Damage Takes Sides
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ACR, NPF unveil new psoriatic arthritis treatment guideline
This marks the first such recommendations to be assembled using Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE)...
Article
Dermoscopy in family medicine: A primer
Dermoscopy allows you to see deeper into the skin than with the naked eye. Here’s how you can make use of it to spot malignant conditions sooner...
News
Tanning use disorder should be added to the DSM-5
Inclusion would increase awareness of the condition and standardize approaches to diagnosis and treatment.
Conference Coverage
Weight loss cuts risk of psoriatic arthritis
CHICAGO – An empowering new message for psoriasis patients.
News
Topical retinoid found effective as microneedling for acne scars
Tazarotene gel 0.1% could be an effective and practical home-based treatment of atrophic postacne scarring.
Conference Coverage
Skin rashes often accompany drug-induced liver injury
SAN FRANCISCO – A survey of drug-induced liver and skin injuries finds they often co-occur and identifies some classes of drugs associated with...