Dermatology
Latest News
Minorities less likely to seek treatment for psoriasis
“While psoriasis is less common among minorities than whites, minorities may suffer from a larger burden of disease yet have fewer visits.”
Latest News
Acne evaluations using photos with digital tool comparable to in-person exams
Teledermatology has the potential to expand dermatology research and access to dermatologic care.
Photo Rounds
Forehead growth
Commentary
Time for another cup of coffee … or two
At least I can feel better about the 4 cups of coffee I drink every day!
Photo Rounds
Painful jaw lesion
All it took to determine the cause of a growing lesion on this patient’s jaw was a look inside of her mouth.
Applied Evidence
The evidence for herbal and botanical remedies, Part 2
In this second installment of our series, we explore what the evidence tells us about turmeric/curcumin, chamomile, rosemary, coffee, and cocoa....
From the Journals
Study: Atopic dermatitis subgroups identified in children
Determining subgroups of pediatric atopic dermatitis could result in a stratified treatment approach.
From the Journals
Hydrochlorothiazide use linked to higher skin cancer risk
The common diuretic hydrochlorothiazide is linked to a dose-dependent increased risk of nonmelanoma skin cancer, in particular, squamous cell...
From the Journals
Gene mutations tied to viral skin infection in pediatric AD patients
These findings may lead to identification of a new AD phenotype in children.
Photo Rounds
Recurrent rash
News from the FDA/CDC
FDA approves topical antibiotic for impetigo infections
Ozenoxacin is effective against common bacterial infections as well as methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).