Dermatology
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In scleroderma, GERD questionnaires are essential tools
“The questionnaires are really critical for us to grade the severity and then properly order tests,” said Dr. Tracy M. Frech.
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Newborn ear lesion
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Eczema may increase lymphoma risk, cohort studies suggest
For severe eczema, the adjusted hazard ratio for non-Hodgkin lymphoma was 2.08.
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Pilot study shows apremilast effective for severe recurrent canker sores
Of available therapies for the condition, “several have common side effects or require lab monitoring or are not uniformly effective,” Dr. Alison...
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Increased hypothyroidism risk seen in young men with HS
This finding was surprising, according to a researcher.
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More phase 3 data reported for abrocitinib for atopic dermatitis
The reduction in itch was impressively fast, with significant separation from placebo occurring within the first 24 hours of the study, after just...
Pediatric Dermatology Consult
What presents as deep erythematous papules, pustules, and may form an annular or circular plaque?
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Ecchymotic patches
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Daily Recap: COVID-19 comorbidity death toll; screen all women for anxiety
Volunteer “street medics” -- nursing students, veterinarians, doctors, trauma surgeons, security guards, ski patrollers, nurses, wilderness EMTs,...
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Vulvar melanoma is increasing in older women
Survival is markedly worse after age 60, when the nodular subtype prevails.
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Study compares pulse vs. continuous therapy for dermatophyte toenail onychomycosis
“In both therapies, it may be that residual spores that have not been eliminated by the end of therapy are left to germinate, possibly...