Dermatology
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Key questions to ask atopic dermatitis patients with sleep complaints
Assessment tools to consider are the Epworth Sleepiness Scale, the Insomnia Severity Index, and the STOP-Bang questionnaire.
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Soon-to-be medical student awarded $10K after spotting melanoma
“The mole on the back of your neck is possibly cancerous. Please go see a doctor!”
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Longitudinal course of atopic dermatitis often overlooked, expert says
“Understanding the long-term course may improve our ability to phenotype, prognosticate, and personalize our care,” Dr. Raj Chovatiya said.
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Itch-dominant atopic dermatitis often flies under the radar
A disconnect often exists between clinician-reported and patient-reported outcome measures, says Dr. Jonathan Silverberg.
From the Journals
Case series show no consensus on treatment for palmoplantar pustulosis, generalized pustular psoriasis
“These case series confirm the rarity of both generalized pustular psoriasis and palmoplantar pustulosis ... and the lack of effective treatment...
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Atopic dermatitis can be especially burdensome in the elderly
There is good data on higher relative risk of osteoporosis/fractures and dementia specifically among older adults with AD.
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FDA to review PDE4-inhibitor roflumilast for psoriasis
The target action date for approval for the topical psoriasis treatment is in July 2022.
News from the FDA/CDC
FDA gives nod to tralokinumab for adults with moderate to severe AD
The drug is expected to be available by February 2022.
From the Journals
High-fiber diet may improve melanoma immunotherapy response, outcomes
Previous research has suggested that the microbiome can influence patients’ response to immunotherapy.
From the Journals
Spesolimab speeds lesion clearance in generalized pustular psoriasis
Patients treated with intravenous spesolimab showed significant clearance, but also susceptibility to infections.
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AD burden may be greater for those with head, neck, face, and hand involvement
“These findings highlight the importance of detailed assessment of specific areas affected by AD to personalize treatment approaches to the needs...