Pediatrics
Conference Coverage
What should PCPs know about pediatric dermatology?
Conference Coverage
More vitamin D didn’t beat placebo for kids’ atopic dermatitis
Key clinical point: There may be more behind atopic dermatitis severity than just vitamin D deficiency.
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Body wash offers alternative to bleach baths for atopic dermatitis
Key clinical point: An effective and convenient alternative is available for atopic dermatitis patients who find bleach baths a hassle or not...
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Nonpruritic Papular Facial Eruption
A 7-year-old boy was referred to the dermatology department with a red, bumpy, nonpruritic facial rash of 6 months’ duration. There was no...
Conference Coverage
Ped derm patients embrace cosmetic camouflage
Key clinical point: Cosmetic camouflage can diminish impairments in self-esteem and quality of life in children and adolescents with visible skin...
News
FDA approves C1-esterase inhibitor for hereditary angioedema
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A teen-focused STD prevention program reduced gonorrhea incidence
Key clinical point: Making condoms available to youths may reduce gonorrhea incidence.Major finding: Adolescents accounted for about 8% of cases...
News
Eczema linked to increased suicidal thoughts in teens
Key clinical point: Treating eczema and providing psychological support might help reduce suicidal ideation in vulnerable adolescent populations....
News
Hypochlorite wash may help pediatric atopic dermatitis
Key clinical point: A gel cleanser appeared to be a potentially effective and convenient alternative to bleach baths for children with atopic...
Pediatric Dermatology
Neonatal and Infantile Acne Vulgaris: An Update
Acne may present in neonates, infants, and small children. Neonatal and infantile acne vulgaris are not considered to be rare. The presentation of...
News
No blood clot risk found with HPV vaccination
Key clinical point: There appears to be no increased risk of VTE linked with HPV vaccination.Major finding: The quadrivalent HPV vaccine is not...