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Bimekizumab approved in Europe for psoriasis treatment
In the United States, the Food and Drug Administration is expected to make a decision on approval of bimekizumab for treating psoriasis on Oct. 15...
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Western diet promoted skin, joint inflammation in preclinical study
This new study found that WD-fed mice had less microbial diversity than that of mice fed a conventional diet.
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Age, distance from dermatology clinic predict number of melanomas diagnosed
“Our findings reveal an important vulnerability among older patients in nonurban areas.”
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Which AK treatment has the best long-term efficacy? A study reviews the data
The analysis “provides data that might contribute to an evidence-based framework to guide the selection of interventions for AK with proven long-...
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Insurance coverage for vitiligo varies widely in the U.S., analysis finds
“Lack of recognition from health care insurers makes treatments both less accessible and affordable, and only further marginalizes patients with...
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Physicians question the future of TNF inhibitors for psoriasis, PsA
Two dermatologists and two rheumatologists debate the merits of using IL-17 and IL-23 inhibitors ahead of TNF inhibitors for the treatment of...
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Androgenetic alopecia fuels negative emotions and poor quality of life
Poor quality of life, but not depression, was significantly impacted by androgenetic alopecia in a meta-analysis.
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Study highlights impact of acne in adult women on quality of life, mental health
The researchers observed that most participants did not think oral antibiotics were appropriate treatments for their acne, specifically because of...
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Common outcome measures for AD lack adequate reporting of race, skin tone
Of 165 studies analyzed, only 55 (33%) reported the distribution of race or ethnicity, while 5 (3%) reported the distribution of skin tone.
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Face mask–related injuries rose dramatically in 2020
Rashes, allergic reactions, and accidents among the general population were another consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Dyspigmentation common in SOC patients with bullous pemphigoid
“Early diagnosis to prevent difficult-to-treat dyspigmentation is ... of utmost importance,” the researchers said.