Dermatology
Conference Coverage
Eczema increases the risk of impaired mental health among children
WASHINGTON – Many children with eczema and impaired mental health may not be receiving appropriate psychological...
Photo Rounds
Growing spot on nose
Conference Coverage
Rhymin’ pediatric dermatologist provides Demodex tips
WAIKOLOA, HAWAII – “One of the things that we never used to see in kids, but now I see all the time, probably because I’m looking for it, is ...
News
FDA: More safety data needed for 12 sunscreen active ingredients
Only two – titanium dioxide and zinc oxide – are generally recognized as safe and effective and not misbranded, officials said.
From the Journals
AAD, NPF release two joint guidelines on treatment, management of psoriasis
The next guidelines will address phototherapy, topical therapy, nonbiologic systemic medications, and treatment of pediatric patients.
Photo Rounds
Dark spot on arm
From the Journals
Trametinib effectively treats case of giant congenital melanocytic nevus
Intractable pain and pruritus resolved completely, which contributed to dramatic improvements in quality of life.
Video
Onychomycosis that fails terbinafine probably isn’t T. rubrum
WAIKOLOA, HAWAII – T. rubrum remains the most common cause of toenail fungus in the United States, but...
Conference Coverage
Tropical travelers’ top dermatologic infestations
WAIKOLOA, HAWAII – Leading the list: leishmaniasis, tungiasis, myiasis, and cutaneous larva migrans.
Video
How to surf the rosacea treatment algorithm
WAIKOLOA, HAWAII – Papules and pustules should be treated with an anti-inflammatory drug.
Video
Don’t fear spironolactone, isotretinoin, OCs for acne
WAIKOLOA, HAWAII – Old concerns regarding these treatment options are falling by the wayside.