Pigmentation Disorders
Aesthetic Dermatology Update
Acid series: Lactic acid
One of the most commonly used organic acids used on the skin, lactic acid, has been used for over 3 decades.
From the Journals
Insurance coverage for vitiligo varies widely in the U.S., analysis finds
“Lack of recognition from health care insurers makes treatments both less accessible and affordable, and only further marginalizes patients with...
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...
Conference Coverage
Nadolol bests propranolol for infantile hemangioma treatment out to 52 weeks
Kaplan-Meir analysis showed that patients in the propranolol group responded slower to treatment (P = .019), while safety data was...
Case Letter
Pigmented Basal Cell Carcinoma With Annular Leukoderma
The halo phenomenon may accompany malignant processes, such as nonmelanoma skin cancer. Careful consideration of lesion time course and atypia is...
Case Letter
Phacomatosis Pigmentokeratotica Associated With Raynaud Phenomenon, Segmental Nevi, Hyperhidrosis, and Scoliosis
Phacomatosis pigmentokeratotica (PPK) is characterized by the coexistence of speckled lentiginous nevus and nevus sebaceous.
Photo Challenge
Hyperpigmentation on the Head and Neck
A 78-year-old Asian woman presented to the dermatology clinic with progressively worsening dark spots on the forehead and neck of 3 months’...
News from the FDA/CDC
Vitiligo patients share their experiences, frustrations with treatment options with FDA
FDA participants probed patients for their perspective on a meaningful level of repigmentation and an acceptable level of risk for any new...
Conference Coverage
Infantile hemangiomas: Accurate diagnosis is crucial
Consider propranolol a “life changer” in extreme cases.
Aesthetic Dermatology Update
Topical tranexamic acid for melasma
There are now several peer-reviewed studies showing some benefit for treating pigmentation from photodamage or melasma with laser-assisted...
Conference Coverage
Vitiligo treatment options abound but consider patient goals
Before turning to therapy, he said, make sure to understand what the patient wants.