Dermatology
From the Journals
Itch response faster with abrocitinib in trial comparing JAK inhibitor to dupilumab
At 2 weeks, half of the patients on 200 mg of abrocitinib had an itch response.
Conference Coverage
Ruxolitinib cream for atopic dermatitis is in regulatory home stretch
Topical JAK inhibitor displayed dual mechanisms of benefit in pivotal trials.
Pediatric Dermatology Consult
A young girl presents with ‘itchy, rashy’ hands
A 10-year-old female is seen in clinic with a 2-year history of an itchy rash on the hands.
Photo Rounds
Pink papule on thigh
Article
An 80-year-old patient presents with an asymptomatic firm pink plaque on his shoulder
An 80-year-old White male presented with an asymptomatic firm pink plaque on his right shoulder.
Guidelines
AAP issues five recommendations for common dermatologic problems
Topics include diagnostic and management strategies for a variety of conditions, including atopic dermatitis, fungal infections, and autoimmune...
From the Journals
Vasodilatory medications found protective against rosacea
“We were very surprised to find that many of the agents we think of as vasodilators might actually be beneficial for rosacea.”
Conference Coverage
Managing hyperhidrosis, HS: Ask questions first
Ask the patient a simple question: “What bothers you the most?”
Photo Rounds
Outlier lesion on the back
From the Journals
Bacteriotherapy passes early test in phase 1 atopic dermatitis study
ShA9, a bacterium isolated from healthy human skin, was chosen as a potential topical therapy for AD based on its capacity both to...
From the Journals
Atopic dermatitis in children linked to elevated risk of chronic school absenteeism
The researchers also found that parents of children with AD versus those without AD had a higher prevalence of absenteeism from work.