Dermatology
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Alopecia may be permanent in one in four pediatric HSCT patients
Diffuse hair thinning and psoriasis were among the late dermatologic effects in children who had received a hematopoietic stem cell transplant in...
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Care of infants with ichthyosis requires ‘all hands on deck’
The neonatal period and early infancy are especially critical for patients with ichthyosis, because compromised barrier function increases risk...
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Precise cause of pityriasis rosea remains elusive
Pityriasis rosea was recognized as early as 1798, yet its precise cause remains elusive.
From the Journals
One-third of sunscreens fall short of AAD recommendations
A survey of sunscreens sold at a major U.S. retailer found that the proportion that met AAD recommendations increased significantly since 2014,...
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Progressive hair loss
A specific hair-loss pattern and the patient’s age and gender pointed to the diagnosis.
Clinical Inquiries
What is the most effective treatment for scabies?
Topical permethrin is the most effective treatment for classic scabies, but oral ivermectin may reduce . . .
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When the painful ‘bumps’ are calciphylaxis, what’s next?
NEW YORK – Calciphylaxis is an underrecognized crystal deposition disease that’s associated with panniculitis.
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Bone marrow transplantation for epidermolysis bullosa continues to evolve
Today, bone marrow transplantation is the most widely used stem cell therapy for patients with severe EB.
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Lasers still play a role in treatment of dermatologic conditions in children
CHICAGO – Although the use of laser therapy for infantile hemangiomas has dropped since the availability of beta-blocker therapy, the pulsed dye...
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Bilateral axillary rash
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Tips for managing dermatology procedures in kids
A pediatric dermatologist shares her recommendations on easing the stress and discomfort of dermatologic procedures in children – and preventing...