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News
10/31/2024
A recent review highlighted the safety of topical clindamycin, a popular antibiotic treatment for acne vulgaris.
A recent review highlighted the safety of topical clindamycin, a popular antibiotic treatment for acne vulgaris.
A recent review highlighted the...
10/31/2024
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acne
News
09/19/2024
Sebum production and its role in the pathophysiology of acne vulgaris have been long debated.
Sebum production and its role in the pathophysiology of acne vulgaris have been long debated.
Sebum production and its role in...
09/19/2024
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acne
News
09/11/2024
This pilot clinical trial investigated the feasibility and efficacy of precision cryotherapy as an alternative treatment for acne vulgaris.
This pilot clinical trial investigated the feasibility and efficacy of precision cryotherapy as an alternative treatment for acne vulgaris.
This pilot clinical trial...
09/11/2024
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acne
News
08/21/2024
Researchers aimed to investigate whether whey protein consumption impacts acne severity in men with mild to moderate facial and/or truncal acne.
Researchers aimed to investigate whether whey protein consumption impacts acne severity in men with mild to moderate facial and/or truncal acne.
Researchers aimed to investigate...
08/21/2024
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acne
News
08/09/2024
A work group conducted a systematic review in order to formulate guidelines for clinicians in effectively managing acne vulgaris.
A work group conducted a systematic review in order to formulate guidelines for clinicians in effectively managing acne vulgaris.
A work group conducted a...
08/09/2024
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acne
News
05/29/2024
Researchers conducted a comprehensive search of the Web of Science database on August 8, 2023.
Researchers conducted a comprehensive search of the Web of Science database on August 8, 2023.
Researchers conducted a...
05/29/2024
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acne
News
05/13/2024
Could the mechanistic Target of Rapamycin have a potential role in explaining the relationship between acne vulgaris and metabolic syndrome in acne pathogenesis?
Could the mechanistic Target of Rapamycin have a potential role in explaining the relationship between acne vulgaris and metabolic syndrome in acne pathogenesis?
Could the mechanistic Target of...
05/13/2024
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acne
News
05/06/2024
Researchers aimed to evaluate the influence of acne on major life-changing decisions in young adults.
Researchers aimed to evaluate the influence of acne on major life-changing decisions in young adults.
Researchers aimed to evaluate...
05/06/2024
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acne
News
04/11/2024
Researchers aimed to investigate the efficacy of sequential multimodal laser therapy in improving the geometrics and texture of acne scars.
Researchers aimed to investigate the efficacy of sequential multimodal laser therapy in improving the geometrics and texture of acne scars.
Researchers aimed to investigate...
04/11/2024
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acne
News
04/11/2024
Researchers aimed to enhance acne detection by assessing image quality, accurately segmenting lesions, and precisely grading acne types.
Researchers aimed to enhance acne detection by assessing image quality, accurately segmenting lesions, and precisely grading acne types.
Researchers aimed to enhance...
04/11/2024
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Acne
News
12/24/2023
In a recent study, the treatment of acne in patients seeking aesthetic procedures was highlighted as a crucial aspect of overall patient care.
In a recent study, the treatment of acne in patients seeking aesthetic procedures was highlighted as a crucial aspect of overall patient care.
In a recent study, the treatment...
12/24/2023
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Quizzes

Quiz
02/07/2021
In a comparison of the mental health of patients with acne treated with isotretinoin vs oral antibiotics, which treatment group was found to experience more depressive symptoms and psychological distress?
In a comparison of the mental health of patients with acne treated with isotretinoin vs oral antibiotics, which treatment group was found to experience more depressive symptoms and psychological distress?
In a comparison of the mental...
02/07/2021
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Atopic dermatitis
Quiz
11/11/2024
1. What alternative therapies does Dr Swanson suggest for children who have difficulty adhering to topical treatment regimens?a) Antibioticsb) Injectable or oral medicationsc) UV light therapyd) Homeopathic remedies2. According to Dr Swanson,...
1. What alternative therapies does Dr Swanson suggest for children who have difficulty adhering to topical treatment regimens?a) Antibioticsb) Injectable or oral medicationsc) UV light therapyd) Homeopathic remedies2. According to Dr Swanson,...
1. What alternative therapies...
11/11/2024
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psoriasis
Quiz
10/18/2024
What were the primary findings regarding the long-term safety of risankizumab?
What were the primary findings regarding the long-term safety of risankizumab?
What were the primary findings...
10/18/2024
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Brain
Quiz
10/10/2024
What was the first barrier to mental health support for patients with atopic dermatitis identified in the NEA survey?
What was the first barrier to mental health support for patients with atopic dermatitis identified in the NEA survey?
What was the first barrier to...
10/10/2024
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AD
Quiz
09/15/2024
1. According to Dr Linda Stein Gold, how do nonsteroidal topical therapies compare to traditional steroid-based treatments for managing psoriasis and AD?a) They are less effective but safer.b) They are as effective as mid-potency steroids and...
1. According to Dr Linda Stein Gold, how do nonsteroidal topical therapies compare to traditional steroid-based treatments for managing psoriasis and AD?a) They are less effective but safer.b) They are as effective as mid-potency steroids and...
1. According to Dr Linda Stein...
09/15/2024
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psoriasis
Quiz
08/10/2024
What strategies did Dr Merola emphasize for atopic dermatitis?
What strategies did Dr Merola emphasize for atopic dermatitis?
What strategies did Dr Merola...
08/10/2024
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contact dermtitis + Neck + Eczema + rash
Quiz
07/14/2024
What is a common challenge for patients during the patch testing week?
What is a common challenge for patients during the patch testing week?
What is a common challenge for...
07/14/2024
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gloves hands
Quiz
05/30/2024
According to a recent interview with Jessica Johnson, MPH, what is a significant barrier to seeking mental health support among patients with atopic dermatitis?
According to a recent interview with Jessica Johnson, MPH, what is a significant barrier to seeking mental health support among patients with atopic dermatitis?
According to a recent interview...
05/30/2024
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Atopic dermatitis
Quiz
05/06/2024
Which class of medications received a "general thumbs up" in the latest guidelines for atopic dermatitis management due to their efficacy and low cancer risk?
Which class of medications received a "general thumbs up" in the latest guidelines for atopic dermatitis management due to their efficacy and low cancer risk?
Which class of medications...
05/06/2024
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basal cell carcinoma
Quiz
05/01/2024
Is basal cell carcinoma on the vermilion lip a distinctly rare phenomenon, sparsely documented in existing literature?
Is basal cell carcinoma on the vermilion lip a distinctly rare phenomenon, sparsely documented in existing literature?
Is basal cell carcinoma on the...
05/01/2024
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Cases

Case Report and Brief Review
11/19/2014
A 15-year-old male presented for evaluation of “bumps on the neck.” He mentioned that the lesions on his neck occasionally “fill with pus,” and are somewhat painful.
A 15-year-old male presented for evaluation of “bumps on the neck.” He mentioned that the lesions on his neck occasionally “fill with pus,” and are somewhat painful.
A 15-year-old male presented for...
11/19/2014
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Case Report and Brief Review
08/13/2009
Although less common than other subtypes of the condition, dermatologists need to consider drug-induced acne or acneiform types of folliculitis in their diagnoses.
Although less common than other subtypes of the condition, dermatologists need to consider drug-induced acne or acneiform types of folliculitis in their diagnoses.
Although less common than other...
08/13/2009
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Case Report and Brief Review
01/02/2018
This education series for dermatologists is presented by the Weill Cornell Comprehensive Dermatopathology Service.
This education series for dermatologists is presented by the Weill Cornell Comprehensive Dermatopathology Service.
This education series for...
01/02/2018
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Case Report and Brief Review
01/02/2018
An 82-year-old otherwise healthy woman presented to our dermatology clinic with skin discolorations on her face for the past 1 year. She had no relevant past personal medical or family history.
An 82-year-old otherwise healthy woman presented to our dermatology clinic with skin discolorations on her face for the past 1 year. She had no relevant past personal medical or family history.
An 82-year-old otherwise healthy...
01/02/2018
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Case Report and Brief Review
12/27/2017
The contents of these questions are taken from the Galderma Pre-Board Webinar.
The contents of these questions are taken from the Galderma Pre-Board Webinar.
The contents of these questions...
12/27/2017
The Dermatologist
Case Report and Brief Review
11/29/2017
A 74-year-old otherwise healthy woman presented to an outpatient dermatology clinic for an annual skin evaluation. She denied family or personal history of skin cancer as well as any other current physical illness or distress.
A 74-year-old otherwise healthy woman presented to an outpatient dermatology clinic for an annual skin evaluation. She denied family or personal history of skin cancer as well as any other current physical illness or distress.
A 74-year-old otherwise healthy...
11/29/2017
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Case Report and Brief Review
11/29/2017
The contents of these questions are taken from the Galderma Pre-Board Webinar.
The contents of these questions are taken from the Galderma Pre-Board Webinar.
The contents of these questions...
11/29/2017
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Case Report and Brief Review
11/02/2017
A 76-year-old man presented to the dermatology clinic with complaints of an itchy, painful rash that had been present in the groin area for several years.
A 76-year-old man presented to the dermatology clinic with complaints of an itchy, painful rash that had been present in the groin area for several years.
A 76-year-old man presented to...
11/02/2017
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Case Report and Brief Review
11/02/2017
The contents of these questions are taken from the Galderma Pre-Board Webinar.
The contents of these questions are taken from the Galderma Pre-Board Webinar.
The contents of these questions...
11/02/2017
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Case Report and Brief Review
09/25/2017
This 51-year-old woman presented with a 2-year history of chronic hand eczema that would partially respond to topical corticosteroids, only to recur. She denied any new exposure history. She had not had the condition in the past. What...
This 51-year-old woman presented with a 2-year history of chronic hand eczema that would partially respond to topical corticosteroids, only to recur. She denied any new exposure history. She had not had the condition in the past. What...
This 51-year-old woman presented...
09/25/2017
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Case Report and Brief Review
05/02/2017
This article discusses the use of calcium hydroxylapatite to rejuvenate and restore youthful volume to the dorsal hands in a 63-year-old woman.
This article discusses the use of calcium hydroxylapatite to rejuvenate and restore youthful volume to the dorsal hands in a 63-year-old woman.
This article discusses the use...
05/02/2017
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Case Report and Brief Review
01/30/2017
Hyaluronic acids represent one of the best tools that dermatologists have to treat facial aging.
Hyaluronic acids represent one of the best tools that dermatologists have to treat facial aging.
Hyaluronic acids represent one...
01/30/2017
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From the Issue

Dermatologists Rise to the Challenge of Telemedicine  During the Pandemic
Feature Story
10/16/2020
Without exception, dermatologists love to guide our patients toward clear skin. As the experts on acne, we know the long-lasting physical and psychological effects that acne and its resultant scars can have on our...
Without exception, dermatologists love to guide our patients toward clear skin. As the experts on acne, we know the long-lasting physical and psychological effects that acne and its resultant scars can have on our...
...
10/16/2020
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The Role of the  Microbiome in Acne
Feature Story
03/12/2020
In medicine, we have long recognized that the microbial communities in our bodies and on our skin are intricately linked to health and disease. Acne vulgaris is a disease that exemplifies the importance of host-microbiome interactions in...
In medicine, we have long recognized that the microbial communities in our bodies and on our skin are intricately linked to health and disease. Acne vulgaris is a disease that exemplifies the importance of host-microbiome interactions in...
In medicine, we have long...
03/12/2020
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Searching for Answers: Using YouTube to Learn About Isotretinoin Therapy for Acne
Feature Story
01/16/2020
Patients are searching on YouTube for health care information at an increasing rate. Unfortunately, the majority of uploaded videos are not by health care professionals, which may lead to misinformation about isotretinoin for the treatment of...
Patients are searching on YouTube for health care information at an increasing rate. Unfortunately, the majority of uploaded videos are not by health care professionals, which may lead to misinformation about isotretinoin for the treatment of...
Patients are searching on...
01/16/2020
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Feature Story
11/12/2019
Several new drugs, including oral and topical antibiotics, for the treatment of acne vulgaris are on the horizon that hold the potential to improve patient outcomes.
Several new drugs, including oral and topical antibiotics, for the treatment of acne vulgaris are on the horizon that hold the potential to improve patient outcomes.
Several new drugs, including...
11/12/2019
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Cover Story
10/07/2024
This precision medicine approach to inflammatory skin disease prioritizes a view of the skin microbiome by utilizing bacteriophage therapy, the viruses that target and destroy specific strains of bacteria, based on individual patient skin...
This precision medicine approach to inflammatory skin disease prioritizes a view of the skin microbiome by utilizing bacteriophage therapy, the viruses that target and destroy specific strains of bacteria, based on individual patient skin...
This precision medicine approach...
10/07/2024
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Feature Story
10/07/2024
The implementation of a dedicated shelf exam for dermatology can help standardize fourth-year rotations, leveling the playing field for students from less-prestigious medical schools and helping them demonstrate their enthusiasm for our...
The implementation of a dedicated shelf exam for dermatology can help standardize fourth-year rotations, leveling the playing field for students from less-prestigious medical schools and helping them demonstrate their enthusiasm for our...
The implementation of a...
10/07/2024
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Cover Story
09/06/2024
By addressing specific needs at each stage, dermatologists can provide comprehensive and empathetic care, enhancing both the health and confidence of their patients.
By addressing specific needs at each stage, dermatologists can provide comprehensive and empathetic care, enhancing both the health and confidence of their patients.
By addressing specific needs at...
09/06/2024
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Feature Story
09/06/2024
This article discusses natural alternatives to conventional treatments and explains how many conventional dermatology treatments can be considered natural themselves.
This article discusses natural alternatives to conventional treatments and explains how many conventional dermatology treatments can be considered natural themselves.
This article discusses natural...
09/06/2024
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Feature Story
08/05/2024
Have natural language processing and large language models matured enough to support implementation of artificial intelligence-assisted scribing in the right clinical setting?
Have natural language processing and large language models matured enough to support implementation of artificial intelligence-assisted scribing in the right clinical setting?
Have natural language processing...
08/05/2024
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Cover Story
08/05/2024
This case-based discussion highlights the importance of integrating clinical knowledge with the individualized patient scenario.
This case-based discussion highlights the importance of integrating clinical knowledge with the individualized patient scenario.
This case-based discussion...
08/05/2024
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Cover Story
06/06/2024
What do students and mentors need to know to stay above water? This article spotlights the ongoing debates regarding dermatology residency applications and suggests a path forward for students and their mentors.
What do students and mentors need to know to stay above water? This article spotlights the ongoing debates regarding dermatology residency applications and suggests a path forward for students and their mentors.
What do students and mentors...
06/06/2024
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Cover Story
05/03/2024

Featuring Joseph F. Merola, MD, MMSc, and Colby Evans, MD

Featuring Joseph F. Merola, MD, MMSc,...
National Psoriasis Foundation Commit to Cure honorees discuss treatment advances, patient advocacy work, and dermatology-rheumatology collaboration.
National Psoriasis Foundation Commit to Cure honorees discuss treatment advances, patient advocacy work, and dermatology-rheumatology collaboration.
National Psoriasis Foundation...
05/03/2024
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Feature Story
03/06/2024
Ross Lane Pearlman, MD
Innovations like machine learning models will change everything. But not in the most obvious ways.
Innovations like machine learning models will change everything. But not in the most obvious ways.
Innovations like machine...
03/06/2024
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Cover Story
03/05/2024
Elucidating structure-function relationships of proteins involved in skin diseases and therapeutic agents and their targets generates new molecular insights that advance patient care.
Elucidating structure-function relationships of proteins involved in skin diseases and therapeutic agents and their targets generates new molecular insights that advance patient care.
Elucidating structure-function...
03/05/2024
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News

acne
News
10/31/2024
A recent review highlighted the safety of topical clindamycin, a popular antibiotic treatment for acne vulgaris.
A recent review highlighted the safety of topical clindamycin, a popular antibiotic treatment for acne vulgaris.
A recent review highlighted the...
10/31/2024
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acne
News
09/19/2024
Sebum production and its role in the pathophysiology of acne vulgaris have been long debated.
Sebum production and its role in the pathophysiology of acne vulgaris have been long debated.
Sebum production and its role in...
09/19/2024
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acne
News
09/11/2024
This pilot clinical trial investigated the feasibility and efficacy of precision cryotherapy as an alternative treatment for acne vulgaris.
This pilot clinical trial investigated the feasibility and efficacy of precision cryotherapy as an alternative treatment for acne vulgaris.
This pilot clinical trial...
09/11/2024
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acne
News
08/21/2024
Researchers aimed to investigate whether whey protein consumption impacts acne severity in men with mild to moderate facial and/or truncal acne.
Researchers aimed to investigate whether whey protein consumption impacts acne severity in men with mild to moderate facial and/or truncal acne.
Researchers aimed to investigate...
08/21/2024
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acne
News
08/09/2024
A work group conducted a systematic review in order to formulate guidelines for clinicians in effectively managing acne vulgaris.
A work group conducted a systematic review in order to formulate guidelines for clinicians in effectively managing acne vulgaris.
A work group conducted a...
08/09/2024
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acne
News
05/29/2024
Researchers conducted a comprehensive search of the Web of Science database on August 8, 2023.
Researchers conducted a comprehensive search of the Web of Science database on August 8, 2023.
Researchers conducted a...
05/29/2024
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acne
News
05/13/2024
Could the mechanistic Target of Rapamycin have a potential role in explaining the relationship between acne vulgaris and metabolic syndrome in acne pathogenesis?
Could the mechanistic Target of Rapamycin have a potential role in explaining the relationship between acne vulgaris and metabolic syndrome in acne pathogenesis?
Could the mechanistic Target of...
05/13/2024
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acne
News
05/06/2024
Researchers aimed to evaluate the influence of acne on major life-changing decisions in young adults.
Researchers aimed to evaluate the influence of acne on major life-changing decisions in young adults.
Researchers aimed to evaluate...
05/06/2024
The Dermatologist
acne
News
04/11/2024
Researchers aimed to investigate the efficacy of sequential multimodal laser therapy in improving the geometrics and texture of acne scars.
Researchers aimed to investigate the efficacy of sequential multimodal laser therapy in improving the geometrics and texture of acne scars.
Researchers aimed to investigate...
04/11/2024
The Dermatologist
acne
News
04/11/2024
Researchers aimed to enhance acne detection by assessing image quality, accurately segmenting lesions, and precisely grading acne types.
Researchers aimed to enhance acne detection by assessing image quality, accurately segmenting lesions, and precisely grading acne types.
Researchers aimed to enhance...
04/11/2024
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rosacea
News
10/31/2024
A standardized set of outcomes could facilitate more effective data comparison across studies, improving research and clinical care for rosacea.
A standardized set of outcomes could facilitate more effective data comparison across studies, improving research and clinical care for rosacea.
A standardized set of outcomes...
10/31/2024
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Hidradenitis Suppurativa
News
10/31/2024
Currently, treatment for HS includes both topical and systemic medications, as well as a variety of surgical interventions.
Currently, treatment for HS includes both topical and systemic medications, as well as a variety of surgical interventions.
Currently, treatment for HS...
10/31/2024
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acne
News
10/31/2024
A recent review highlighted the safety of topical clindamycin, a popular antibiotic treatment for acne vulgaris.
A recent review highlighted the safety of topical clindamycin, a popular antibiotic treatment for acne vulgaris.
A recent review highlighted the...
10/31/2024
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psoriasis
News
09/25/2024
A literature review was conducted to explore recent studies focusing on diagnostic approaches and treatment options for nail psoriasis and nail lichen planus.
A literature review was conducted to explore recent studies focusing on diagnostic approaches and treatment options for nail psoriasis and nail lichen planus.
A literature review was...
09/25/2024
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psoriatic arthritis
News
09/25/2024
One of the primary diagnostic challenges is recognizing early inflammatory signs in the synovium and enthesis.
One of the primary diagnostic challenges is recognizing early inflammatory signs in the synovium and enthesis.
One of the primary diagnostic...
09/25/2024
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PsA
FDA Alerts
09/24/2024
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved UCB’s BIMZELX (bimekizumab-bkzx), an IL-17A and IL-17F inhibitor, for the treatment of adults with active psoriatic arthritis (PsA).
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved UCB’s BIMZELX (bimekizumab-bkzx), an IL-17A and IL-17F inhibitor, for the treatment of adults with active psoriatic arthritis (PsA).
The US Food and Drug...
09/24/2024
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acne
News
09/19/2024
Sebum production and its role in the pathophysiology of acne vulgaris have been long debated.
Sebum production and its role in the pathophysiology of acne vulgaris have been long debated.
Sebum production and its role in...
09/19/2024
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psoriasis
News
09/19/2024
Researchers investigated the potential causal relationship between primary biliary cirrhosis and psoriasis.
Researchers investigated the potential causal relationship between primary biliary cirrhosis and psoriasis.
Researchers investigated the...
09/19/2024
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atopic dermatitis
FDA Alerts
09/16/2024
The US Food and Drug Administration has approved Eli Lilly’s EBGLYSS (lebrikizumab-lbkz), an IL-13 inhibitor, for the treatment of moderate to severe atopic dermatitis in adults and children.
The US Food and Drug Administration has approved Eli Lilly’s EBGLYSS (lebrikizumab-lbkz), an IL-13 inhibitor, for the treatment of moderate to severe atopic dermatitis in adults and children.
The US Food and Drug...
09/16/2024
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acne
News
09/11/2024
This pilot clinical trial investigated the feasibility and efficacy of precision cryotherapy as an alternative treatment for acne vulgaris.
This pilot clinical trial investigated the feasibility and efficacy of precision cryotherapy as an alternative treatment for acne vulgaris.
This pilot clinical trial...
09/11/2024
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