Atopic Dermatitis
From the Journals
Early onset of atopic dermatitis linked to poorer control
Children who develop atopic dermatitis in the first 2 years of life are more likely to have poorly controlled or persistent disease.
From the Journals
Skin barrier dysfunction mutations vary by race, disease persistence in children with AD
Findings may have implications for genetic test development, investigators note.
Conference Coverage
No tacrolimus/cancer link in atopic dermatitis in 10-year study
MADRID – When will the boxed warning get the boot?
Conference Coverage
Once-daily oral JAK inhibitor for atopic dermatitis effective in phase 3 study
MADRID – “One day after taking the first pill, you can see really nice reductions in itch at both doses, compared with placebo.”
From the Journals
Tape strips useful to identify biomarkers in skin of young children with atopic dermatitis
Adhesive tape strips can be used to collect skin samples from children with atopic dermatitis to analyze for biomarkers related to AD.
From the Journals
One-year data support dupilumab’s efficacy and safety in adolescents with AD
The monoclonal antibody dupilumab shows significant treatment response and no serious adverse events in adolescents with atopic dermatitis.
From the Journals
Apple cider vinegar soaks fall short in atopic dermatitis
Acetic acid, particularly apple cider vinegar, has become prominent among emerging natural remedies for atopic dermatitis.
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Parent survey sheds light on suboptimal compliance with eczema medications
“Responses suggest parents may be willing to use therapies with concerning side effects if they can see a clear benefit for their child’s eczema...
From the Journals
Cephalosporins remain empiric therapy for skin infections in pediatric AD
“When a patient with AD walks into your office and looks like they have an infection of their eczema, your go-to antibiotic is going to be one...
Conference Coverage
Dupilumab found effective for adolescents with moderate to severe AD
AUSTIN, TEX. – The rates of skin infections also were higher in the placebo group, compared with the treatment...
Pediatric Dermatology Consult
A 3-year-old is brought to the clinic for evaluation of a localized, scaling inflamed lesion on the left leg
What dermatologic condition is a localized eczematous reaction, with induration, oozing, crusting, and/or scaling, usually affecting the...