Dermatology
News from the FDA/CDC
Upadacitinib earns FDA approval for ankylosing spondylitis
Janus kinase inhibitor offers oral option for patients who have who have had an insufficient response or intolerance with one or more tumor...
From the Journals
Parents’ autoimmune diseases may affect children’s development
Type 1 diabetes and psoriasis in parents, and rheumatoid arthritis in mothers, are associated with increased risk for autism spectrum disorder and...
Conference Coverage
Synthetic, botanical agents emerging as promising melasma treatments
“None of our patients can be on hydroquinone yearlong, so you have to bring in other agents that are efficacious,” Dr. Nada Elbuluk said.
Conference Coverage
NB-UVB phototherapy plays a key role in psoriasis treatment, expert says
Home phototherapy booths provide a safe and effective way to use NB-UVB phototherapy while minimizing copays and commuting costs.
Conference Coverage
Which solid organ transplant recipients face the highest risk of skin cancer?
Those at low risk for skin cancer include abdominal organ recipients, SOTR age of younger than 50 at time of transplant, and female gender.
Conference Coverage
Hair loss: Consider a patient’s supplement use
Insufficient data exist to recommend supplementation with zinc, riboflavin, folic acid, or vitamin B12 for hair loss, “but they may...
From the Journals
Secukinumab’s antipsoriatic effects confirmed in U.S. patient population
Results from a postmarketing trial conducted solely at U.S. centers found similar, albeit lower, responses to secukinumab 300 mg than was noted in...
News
FDA warns companies selling OTC skin lighteners
Among the side effects associated with hydroquinone products reported to the FDA are skin rashes, facial swelling, and skin discoloration or...
Opinion
24-year-old female presents with a 3-month history of nonpruritic rash
A 24-year-old female presents with a 3-month history of a nonpruritic rash with weekly recurrence.
From the Journals
Melanoma screening study stokes overdiagnosis debate
The research has reignited the controversy over the benefits and harms of primary care skin cancer screening.
Latest News
Hypocaloric diet controls joint activity in psoriatic arthritis – regardless of weight loss
A hypocaloric diet in patients with psoriatic arthritis improved disease activity and body composition.