Dermatology
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Data on atopic dermatitis risk factors are accumulating
“The list of culprits is ever increasing,” Dr. Zelma Chiesa Fuxench said.
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AI detects ugly-duckling skin lesions for melanoma follow-up
Using wide-field photos, a new artificial intelligence program can pick out lesions worthy of follow up for potential melanoma.
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Methotrexate-associated hepatotoxicity risk differs between psoriasis, PsA, and RA patients
When results were adjusted with Cox regression analyses, the psoriasis group had a significantly increased risk compared with the RA group with...
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Emerging treatments for molluscum contagiosum and acne show promise
"The treatment of molluscum is still an unmet need," Dr. Kircik said.
Myth of the Month
Cellulitis treatment recommendations
Which type of antibiotic would provide the best coverage and lowest minimal inhibitory concentration for the likely organism?
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Pandemic puts patients with psoriatic disease off seeking medical help
Both the physical and mental health of people with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis has been affected by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
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Less pain, same gain with tirbanibulin for actinic keratosis
The results, assessed at day 57 and out to 1 year of follow-up, were associated with recurrence of lesions at 1 year.
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Consider home subcutaneous immune globulin for refractory dermatomyositis
Patients prefer home subQ over IVIg, citing greater feeling of autonomy.
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Checkpoint inhibitors’ ‘big picture’ safety shown with preexisting autoimmune diseases
A Dutch nationwide study in melanoma patients found relative safety of immune checkpoint inhibitors for grade 3 immune-related AEs but does not...
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Cumulative exposure to high-potency topical steroid doses drives osteoporosis fractures
"A 3% increase in the relative risk of osteoporosis and MOF was observed per doubling of the TCS dose."
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Psoriasis registry study finds normal pregnancy outcomes
Pregnancy outcomes such as spontaneous abortion, neonatal problems, and congenital anomalies among women with moderate to severe psoriasis were...