Pediatrics
Case Letter
Pediatric-Onset Refractory Lupus Erythematosus Panniculitis Treated With Rituximab
Lupus erythematosus panniculitis can be difficult to manage, as patients may not respond to conventional treatments including hydroxychloroquine...
Conference Coverage
Study evaluates OTC treatments for molluscum contagiosum
Only two of the products provided information about the number of lesions that could be treated per package.
From the Journals
EAACI review urges reduction in antibiotic overuse with allergy
Feature
Tocilizumab shortage continues as pandemic wears on
Emergency use authorization of tocilizumab for COVID-19 has led to a global shortage, but supplies for rheumatoid arthritis and other inflammatory...
Conference Coverage
Hep B vaccine response varied among youth with inflammatory, autoimmune disorders
While the vaccine series provides protection in healthy individuals more than 95% of the time, a decreased response has been noted in specific...
Commentary
Rashes in Pregnancy
Rashes that develop during pregnancy often result in considerable anxiety or concern for patients and their families. Recognizing these pregnancy-...
Conference Coverage
When is MRI useful in the management of congenital melanocytic nevi?
All patients with findings suggestive of CNS melanin had more than four nevi present at birth, which is in line with current imaging screening...
From the Journals
Study estimates carbon footprint reduction of virtual isotretinoin visits
Virtual management of isotretinoin saved a median of 37.8 miles per visit during the study period of March 25 to Dec. 1, 2020.
Conference Coverage
Genetic testing for neurofibromatosis 1: An imperfect science
“If you fulfill diagnostic criteria for NF1, the main reasons for doing genetic testing are, one, if the family wants to know that information,...
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No link between childhood vaccinations and allergies or asthma
A meta-analysis by Australian researchers found no link between childhood vaccinations and an increase in allergies and...
Conference Coverage
The first signs of elusive dysautonomia may appear on the skin