Medical Dermatology
Conference Coverage
For pemphigus, rituximab is first line, expert says
There are many advantages to suppressing disease activity “as soon as possible” after diagnosis, Dr. Erin Wei pointed out.
Conference Coverage
Dupilumab treats itch and clears lesions in prurigo nodularis patients
There are currently no Food and Drug Administration–approved systemic therapies for PN.
Conference Coverage
Novel isotretinoin ointment for congenital ichthyosis shows promise
“There is currently no FDA-approved drug for congenital ichthyosis,” Dr. Christopher G. Bunick said.
Latest News
Adverse skin effects of cancer immunotherapy reviewed
“The desirable, immune-mediated oncologic response is often achieved at the cost of immune-related adverse events (irAEs) that may potentially...
Make the Diagnosis
A 31-year-old female presented with a burning rash on upper arms, groin, and axillae
A 31-year-old female with a 10-year history of mild scalp psoriasis presented with a worsening itchy and burning rash on upper arms, groin, and...
Pediatric Dermatology Consult
An 11-year-old female presented with skin discoloration on her back
An 11-year-old healthy female presented with skin discoloration on the back that was first noticed around 6 months of age.
Conference Coverage
Combination treatments a must for the war on warts
“This is not often a one and done approach; you need to keep hitting them [with therapy],” Dr. Adam Friedman said.
Make the Diagnosis
A 34-year-old male presented with 10 days of a pruritic rash
A patient presents with targetoid erythematous papules and vesicles on his extremities and trunk, genital lesions, scaly bullous lesions...
Latest News
Lipedema: A potentially devastating, often unrecognized disease
“If patients with lipedema gain weight, the problem becomes even worse,” Dr. C. William Hanke said.
From the Journals
Phase 2 studies of novel JAK1 inhibitor for HS show promise
Specifically targeting JAK1 may reduce cytokine signaling involved in HS pathogenesis while limiting JAK2-mediated cytopenias.
Latest News
Survey: Medical cannabis use for skin conditions lags behind interest, acceptance
“Dermatologists have an opportunity to educate those who know little in the way of medical cannabis or are skeptic[s].”