Atopic Dermatitis
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Abrocitinib approved for atopic dermatitis in Europe
Approval was based on the results of studies that include four phase 3 clinical trials and an ongoing open-label extension study.
From the Journals
Dust mite immunotherapy may help some with eczema
In a study, 74.2% and 58% of patients in HDM SLIT and placebo groups, respectively, showed at least a15-point decrease in SCORAD, but those...
Case Letter
DRESS Syndrome Due to Cefdinir Mimicking Superinfected Eczema in a Pediatric Patient
Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) syndrome shares many clinical features with viral exanthems and may be difficult to...
Conference Coverage
Expert shares top five atopic dermatitis–related questions he fields
Counseling about systemic therapy includes shared decision-making, Dr. Lawrence F. Eichenfield says.
From the Journals
Association of height, BMI, and AD in young children may be transient
"The potential for 'catch up' in height for children with atopic dermatitis observed in our study may be explained with resolution of atopic...
Conference Coverage
Cannabinoids being studied for a variety of dermatologic conditions
Recent research shows that the endocannabinoid system is involved in modulation of the CNS and in immune function, particularly skin homeostasis...
From the Journals
More eczema in children exposed to toxic metals in utero
A wealth of previous research links arsenic exposure during adulthood to skin disease and immune dysfunction.
Cosmeceutical Critique
Does the use of frankincense make sense in dermatology?
Terpenoids and essential oils are the primary components of frankincense and are known to impart anti-inflammatory and anticancer activity.
Latest News
Early peanut feeding guidelines still not reaching families
“Despite strong evidence that early introduction of peanut within the first year of life can prevent the development of peanut allergy, this...
Feature
European agency supports marketing of abrocitinib for atopic dermatitis
The JAK inhibitor is under review at the FDA for the same indication.
Latest News
9-step ladder may kids with allergies return to eggs
Attempts to reintroduce egg into the child’s diet can start at the age of 12 months or 6 months from the last reaction.