Medical Dermatology
From the Journals
Anti-RNPC3 antibody positive status linked to GI dysmotility in systemic sclerosis
Antibody status and other clinical and demographic variables could help to pin down who is most at risk of GI dysmotility.
Conference Coverage
Most dermatologic drugs safe for breastfeeding mothers
CHICAGO – Despite many physicians’ concerns, most dermatology drugs do not pose risks to the nursing infant or to...
Conference Coverage
Beware drug reactions from methotrexate, voriconazole, and BRAF inhibitors
MONTEREY, CALIF. – Two drugs – and a drug class commonly used in oncologic dermatology – can produce a variety of...
Conference Coverage
Sunscreens: Misleading labels, poor performance, and hype about their risks
MONTEREY, CALIF. – While they’re getting better, sunscreen quality varies and consumers face mixed messages, an...
News
FDA approves omadacycline for pneumonia and skin infections
The tetracycline antibiotic was approved for CABP and acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections in adults.
Conference Coverage
IgA vasculitis may be more common in adults than assumed
From the Journals
Pruritus linked to wide variety of cancers
The odds of specific cancers vary by race.
From the Journals
Skin signs may be good omens during cancer therapy
Vitiligo, rash, nail changes, and other cutaneous toxicities are associated with good clinical outcomes with three major classes of cancer...
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Sprain an ankle, get an opioid
And beware a nasty skin souvenir from travel abroad.
Conference Coverage
Orodental issues often associated with facial port-wine stains
LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - Capillary malformations of the oral cavity may result in periodontal disease.
News
Bertilimumab granted orphan drug status for bullous pemphigoid
A pivotal phase 2/3 trial of bertilimumab will begin next year, according to the company.