Atopic Dermatitis
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Rapid action or sustained effect? Methotrexate vs. ciclosporin for pediatric AD
In the TREAT trial, 103 patients with AD (mean age, 10 years) who had not responded to topical treatment, were randomly assigned to oral...
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Online support tool improves AD self-management
The intervention, directed either at parents of children with AD or young adults with AD, “is very low cost, evidence based, easily accessible,...
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An integrative approach to atopic dermatitis features a long list of options
Dr. Lio has three main criteria, or “filters,” for complementary or alternative treatments: At least some clinical evidence for efficacy (...
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Remote assessment of atopic dermatitis is feasible with patient-provided images: Study
Overall, the main problem with remote assessment seems to be the feasibility of patients providing images, according to the investigator.
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Dupilumab-associated ocular surface disease in patients with AD: Unraveling the link
In the study, dupilumab treatment was associated with a significant decline in the production of Mucin5AC, suggesting a decline in function of the...
News from the FDA/CDC
FDA approves upadacitinib (Rinvoq) for sixth indication
Upadacitinib’s approval for nonradiographic axial spondyloarthritis marks the sixth indication in the United States for the Janus kinase inhibitor...
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Evidence mounting that full-body emollients don’t prevent AD in at-risk babies
“So far, the science does not look convincing,” said the lead investigator, Dr. Hywel C. Williams.
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Study finds systemic AD treatment relieves depressive symptoms along with skin symptoms
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From the Journals
JAK inhibitors show no excess cardiovascular safety signal in French nationwide cohort
Compared with adalimumab, JAK inhibitors presented no higher risk of major adverse cardiovascular events or venous thromboembolism in patients...
Cosmeceutical Critique
Vaccinium myrtillus (bilberry seed oil) extract
Bilberries, consumed since ancient times, are reputed to function as potent antioxidants because of a wide array of phenolic constituents, and...
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Climate change: Commentary in four dermatology journals calls for emergency action
Dermatology medical societies need to increase advocacy, the authors say.