Dermatology
Photo Rounds
Hair loss and scalp papules
Latest News
EMA panel backs baricitinib for moderate to severe atopic dermatitis
If approved in Europe, it will be the first Janus kinase inhibitor and first oral medication indicated to treat patients with AD.
Conference Coverage
Three-step approach may help relieve one of the itchiest vulvar conditions
Treatment of lichen simplex chronicus should aim to optimize epithelial barrier function, reduce inflammation, and stop scratching.
Pediatric Dermatology Consult
A teen girl presents with a pinkish-red bump on her right leg
What presents as a pinkish-red, exophytic nodule, approximately 1 cm diameter with a central crust?
From the Journals
Biologics for psoriasis may also reduce coronary plaque
Cardiac CT scans reveal a reduction in lipid-rich necrotic core (LRNC) in patients who were receiving biologics.
Photo Rounds
Painful periocular rash
From the Journals
COVID-19 outcomes no worse in patients on TNF inhibitors or methotrexate
No increase was seen in hospitalization and death rates, providing additional support for keeping patients on these immunosuppressive treatments...
Opinion
A woman with an asymptomatic eruption on her palms after exposure to water
The patient noted an asymptomatic eruption on her palms consistently induced after exposure to water.
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Rash, muscle weakness, and confusion
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Chronic abdominal pain and diarrhea
Pigmented macules on the patient’s oral mucosa provided an important clue to the diagnosis.
Case Reports
45-year-old man • fever • generalized rash • recent history of calcaneal osteomyelitis • Dx?
► Fever
► Generalized rash
► Recent history of calcaneal osteomyelitis