Dermatology
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New genetic causes of ichthyoses likely to emerge
Researchers are only beginning to scratch the surface on their understanding of the genetic causes of ichthyosis and ichthyosis syndromes.
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Repeat blood cultures not useful in treating Gram-negative bacteremia
Follow-up blood cultures rarely provide useful clinical information in patients who are being treated for Gram-negative bacteremia.
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Rash and skin discoloration
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Clues to rosacea in patients of skin of color
NEW YORK – Rosacea may not be as rare as previously thought in patients with skin of color.
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Acne-associated hyperpigmentation an important consideration in patients with skin of color
NEW YORK – Treatment goals for patients with skin of color may vary from those with lighter skin, according to an expert.
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When patients get the travel bug, dermatologists should beware
NEW YORK – Asking the right questions is key to recognizing infectious diseases patients may have picked up during their travels.
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California study indicates increased melanoma incidence is real
The results of an analysis of new melanoma cases in California among non-Hispanic whites suggests that increases in melanoma worldwide are not due...
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Screening MRI misses Sturge-Weber in babies with port-wine stain
In a small study of children with high-risk port-wine stains, MRI screening for Sturge-Weber syndrome had a false-negative rate of 23%.
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Study aims to validate AAD criteria for diagnosing AD and create usable form
CHICAGO – A streamlined set of diagnostic criteria from the American Academy of Dermatology’s most recent consensus criteria for diagnosing atopic...
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Sodium fusidate noninferior to linezolid for acute skin infections
Sodium fusidate, a drug long approved in Europe and under development for U.S. approval, was noninferior to linezolid in a phase 3 study for...