Dermatology
Conference Coverage
Pediatric pruritus requires distinct approach to assessment and management
WASHINGTON – Issues related to quality of life differ between children and adults, and assessing itch severity in...
Conference Coverage
Eczema increases the risk of impaired mental health among children
WASHINGTON – Many children with eczema and impaired mental health may not be receiving appropriate psychological...
Conference Coverage
Rhymin’ pediatric dermatologist provides Demodex tips
WAIKOLOA, HAWAII – “One of the things that we never used to see in kids, but now I see all the time, probably because I’m looking for it, is ...
News
FDA: More safety data needed for 12 sunscreen active ingredients
Only two – titanium dioxide and zinc oxide – are generally recognized as safe and effective and not misbranded, officials said.
From the Journals
Trametinib effectively treats case of giant congenital melanocytic nevus
Intractable pain and pruritus resolved completely, which contributed to dramatic improvements in quality of life.
Pediatric Dermatology Consult
What is your diagnosis?
What condition is characterized by hair thinning without scale, erythema, or abnormal pigmentation, and no loss or eyebrows, eyelashes or body...
From the Journals
Adolescence does not rule out bullous pemphigoid
A review found 14 cases in the literature.
Conference Coverage
When sweaty palms are more than just sweaty palms
Primary hyperhidrosis patient may produce five times more sweat than normal controls.
Conference Coverage
Isotretinoin treatment reorganizes dermal microbiome in acne patients
CAYMAN ISLANDS – New research has identified dermal dysbiosis as a key driver of acne – and isotretinoin lets the good guys triumph.
From the Journals
Study shows evidence of herd immunity with HPV vaccine
The HPV vaccine was associated with significant declines in HPV infection rates in vaccinated and unvaccinated women.
From the Journals
Warmth and moisture help keep preterm neonates’ skin healthy
Meta-analysis points up the benefit of occasional tub baths, plant-based emollients, and plastic wraps.