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Jonathan Silverberg, MD, PhD, MPH
Podcasts
02/17/2022
Dr Jonathan Silverberg discusses baricitinib in relation to his recently published study.
Dr Jonathan Silverberg discusses baricitinib in relation to his recently published study.
Dr Jonathan Silverberg discusses...
02/17/2022
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News
01/31/2022
Researchers aimed to determine the prevalence of occupational contact dermatitis in dental personnel referred for patch testing and characterize relevant allergens.
Researchers aimed to determine the prevalence of occupational contact dermatitis in dental personnel referred for patch testing and characterize relevant allergens.
Researchers aimed to determine...
01/31/2022
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eczema legs severe
FDA Alerts
01/15/2022
Upadacitinib, an oral JAK1 inhibitor, was approved for the treatment of moderate to severe AD in patients aged 12 years and older.
Upadacitinib, an oral JAK1 inhibitor, was approved for the treatment of moderate to severe AD in patients aged 12 years and older.
Upadacitinib, an oral JAK1...
01/15/2022
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severe eczema lichenification
FDA Alerts
01/14/2022
Abrocitinib received FDA approval for the treatment of moderate to severe AD in adults whose disease was not adequately controlled with other systemic therapies.
Abrocitinib received FDA approval for the treatment of moderate to severe AD in adults whose disease was not adequately controlled with other systemic therapies.
Abrocitinib received FDA...
01/14/2022
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severe eczema on the legs
FDA Alerts
12/28/2021
Novel biologic tralokinumab, an anti-IL-13 biologic, received FDA approval for the treatment of moderate to severe atopic dermatitis in adults.
Novel biologic tralokinumab, an anti-IL-13 biologic, received FDA approval for the treatment of moderate to severe atopic dermatitis in adults.
Novel biologic tralokinumab, an...
12/28/2021
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Dr Jonathan Silverberg
Conference Preview
11/12/2021
In the third annual meeting, Revolutionizing Atopic Dermatitis Conference 2021 features 25 experts in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of atopic dermatitis.
In the third annual meeting, Revolutionizing Atopic Dermatitis Conference 2021 features 25 experts in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of atopic dermatitis.
In the third annual meeting,...
11/12/2021
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News
11/03/2021
Researchers found that atopic dermatitis poses a significant burden on direct and indirect health care costs for adults with the disease.
Researchers found that atopic dermatitis poses a significant burden on direct and indirect health care costs for adults with the disease.
Researchers found that atopic...
11/03/2021
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News
11/03/2021
There may be elevated positive screening rates for addictive behaviors in people with atopic dermatitis (AD) vs the general population.
There may be elevated positive screening rates for addictive behaviors in people with atopic dermatitis (AD) vs the general population.
There may be elevated positive...
11/03/2021
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Eczema, or atopic dermatitis shown here, can have severe impacts on children and adolescent mental health.
Quiz
10/07/2021
Which of these options accurately name the mental health disorder associated with AD in children and adolescents?
Which of these options accurately name the mental health disorder associated with AD in children and adolescents?
Which of these options...
10/07/2021
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News
09/24/2021
Patients with atopic dermatitis (AD) and metabolic disorders are at risk for developing cardiovascular disease (CVD) and major cardiovascular events (MACE), according to a study published in Dermatology and Therapy. Researchers aimed to...
Patients with atopic dermatitis (AD) and metabolic disorders are at risk for developing cardiovascular disease (CVD) and major cardiovascular events (MACE), according to a study published in Dermatology and Therapy. Researchers aimed to...
Patients with atopic dermatitis...
09/24/2021
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Eczema Cream
09/24/2021
Crisaborole is well tolerated and effective in patients with mild to moderate atopic dermatitis (AD) and other comorbidities, according to a recent study published in Allergy and Asthma Proceedings. Researchers performed a post hoc...
Crisaborole is well tolerated and effective in patients with mild to moderate atopic dermatitis (AD) and other comorbidities, according to a recent study published in Allergy and Asthma Proceedings. Researchers performed a post hoc...
Crisaborole is well tolerated...
09/24/2021
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Quizzes

Eczema, or atopic dermatitis shown here, can have severe impacts on children and adolescent mental health.
Quiz
10/07/2021
Which of these options accurately name the mental health disorder associated with AD in children and adolescents?
Which of these options accurately name the mental health disorder associated with AD in children and adolescents?
Which of these options...
10/07/2021
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A Black doctor performs a skin examination on a skin of color patient for diseases such as eczema
Quiz
08/24/2021
Which of these options accurately lists age range at which children develop atopy when mothers produced a smaller inflammatory response during pregnancy?
Which of these options accurately lists age range at which children develop atopy when mothers produced a smaller inflammatory response during pregnancy?
Which of these options...
08/24/2021
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eczema
Quiz
06/18/2021
Which of the choices correctly highlights the links between patients with severe itch and milder lesions, and patients with mild itch and severe lesions?
Which of the choices correctly highlights the links between patients with severe itch and milder lesions, and patients with mild itch and severe lesions?
Which of the choices correctly...
06/18/2021
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telemedicine
Quiz
03/25/2025
Explore how patients and providers can align on defining atopic dermatitis (AD) flares to improve communication, treatment decisions, and shared decision-making. Take this interactive quiz to test your knowledge and learn how patient-centered...
Explore how patients and providers can align on defining atopic dermatitis (AD) flares to improve communication, treatment decisions, and shared decision-making. Take this interactive quiz to test your knowledge and learn how patient-centered...
Explore how patients and...
03/25/2025
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psoriasis
Quiz
03/20/2025
What is a key distinguishing feature of generalized pustular psoriasis that differentiates it from plaque psoriasis?
What is a key distinguishing feature of generalized pustular psoriasis that differentiates it from plaque psoriasis?
What is a key distinguishing...
03/20/2025
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Atopic Dermatitis + Eczema_2.jpg
Quiz
03/16/2025
How well do you understand the patient perspective on atopic dermatitis flares? Take this quiz to explore key patient-described flare indicators, emotional and social impacts, and insights from NEA research.
How well do you understand the patient perspective on atopic dermatitis flares? Take this quiz to explore key patient-described flare indicators, emotional and social impacts, and insights from NEA research.
How well do you understand the...
03/16/2025
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Atopic dermatitis
Quiz
03/11/2025
Test your knowledge of how patients with atopic dermatitis (AD) define and experience flares. This quiz highlights key indicators, patient-described attributes, and insights from the NEA’s research into AD flare triggers and symptoms.
Test your knowledge of how patients with atopic dermatitis (AD) define and experience flares. This quiz highlights key indicators, patient-described attributes, and insights from the NEA’s research into AD flare triggers and symptoms.
Test your knowledge of how...
03/11/2025
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psoriasis
Quiz
03/04/2025
What is the reason generalized pustular psoriasis is often misdiagnosed?
What is the reason generalized pustular psoriasis is often misdiagnosed?
What is the reason generalized...
03/04/2025
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Atopic dermatitis
Quiz
02/26/2025
Test your dermatology knowledge and dive into the EM-like reactions vs. EM. Ready to boost your clinical pearls? Check out the quiz now!
Test your dermatology knowledge and dive into the EM-like reactions vs. EM. Ready to boost your clinical pearls? Check out the quiz now!
Test your dermatology knowledge...
02/26/2025
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Atopic Dermatitis + Eczema + Itch + Rash + Legs + Elbow + Knee
Quiz
12/14/2024
1. How do JAK inhibitors differ from traditional immunosuppressant treatments for atopic dermatitis?a) They work extracellularly, directly blocking cytokines.b) They target inflammation at the intracellular level and are more selective.c)...
1. How do JAK inhibitors differ from traditional immunosuppressant treatments for atopic dermatitis?a) They work extracellularly, directly blocking cytokines.b) They target inflammation at the intracellular level and are more selective.c)...
1. How do JAK inhibitors differ...
12/14/2024
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Gil Yosipovitch, MD
Quiz
12/05/2024
What future research is needed to better understand the long-term efficacy of dupilumab for prurigo nodularis?
What future research is needed to better understand the long-term efficacy of dupilumab for prurigo nodularis?
What future research is needed...
12/05/2024
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Multimedia

Jonathan Silverberg, MD, PhD, MPH
Podcasts
02/17/2022
Dr Jonathan Silverberg discusses baricitinib in relation to his recently published study.
Dr Jonathan Silverberg discusses baricitinib in relation to his recently published study.
Dr Jonathan Silverberg discusses...
02/17/2022
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Jeff Yu, MD, one of the speakers at Summer Meeting AAD regarding pediatric contact dermatitis treatment.
Videos
09/01/2021
In this video, Dr Jeff Yu gives insights into pediatric contact dermatitis and talks about his session from AAD Summer Meeting.
In this video, Dr Jeff Yu gives insights into pediatric contact dermatitis and talks about his session from AAD Summer Meeting.
In this video, Dr Jeff Yu gives...
09/01/2021
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Jeff Yu, MD, one of the speakers at Summer Meeting AAD regarding contact dermatitis treatment and approaches.
Videos
09/01/2021
In this video, Dr Jeff Yu shares how to implement new treatments and approaches for patients with contact dermatitis.  
In this video, Dr Jeff Yu shares how to implement new treatments and approaches for patients with contact dermatitis.  
In this video, Dr Jeff Yu shares...
09/01/2021
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silverberg
Podcasts
12/04/2020
In the Nailing the Patch Test podcast series, Jonathan Silverberg, MD, will discuss various aspects of patch testing, diagnosing allergens, and more. In this episode, he reviews the some of the basics of patch testing.
In the Nailing the Patch Test podcast series, Jonathan Silverberg, MD, will discuss various aspects of patch testing, diagnosing allergens, and more. In this episode, he reviews the some of the basics of patch testing.
In the Nailing the Patch Test...
12/04/2020
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Patrick Burnett
Videos
03/13/2025
Dr Patrick Burnett discusses the significance of roflumilast cream, a non-steroidal treatment, its rapid itch relief within 24 hours, and its role in long-term disease management.
Dr Patrick Burnett discusses the significance of roflumilast cream, a non-steroidal treatment, its rapid itch relief within 24 hours, and its role in long-term disease management.
Dr Patrick Burnett discusses the...
03/13/2025
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Fabrizio Galimberti, MD
Videos
03/13/2025
Generalized pustular psoriasis (GPP) is a rare but life-threatening condition that requires early recognition and prompt intervention.
Generalized pustular psoriasis (GPP) is a rare but life-threatening condition that requires early recognition and prompt intervention.
Generalized pustular psoriasis...
03/13/2025
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Abigail H. Waldman, MD, FAAD
Videos
03/06/2025
Learn how dermatologists can optimize patient outcomes while integrating emerging data into daily practice.
Learn how dermatologists can optimize patient outcomes while integrating emerging data into daily practice.
Learn how dermatologists can...
03/06/2025
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Dr Grant-Kels
Videos
03/06/2025
Learn practical approaches for improving diagnosis, leveraging dermoscopy, and enhancing patient education in high-risk groups.
Learn practical approaches for improving diagnosis, leveraging dermoscopy, and enhancing patient education in high-risk groups.
Learn practical approaches for...
03/06/2025
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Adewole Shomari Adamson, MD, MPP, FAAD
Videos
03/06/2025
Gain practical insights on improving diagnostic accuracy, minimizing unnecessary interventions, and refining patient-centered strategies for melanoma screening in daily practice.
Gain practical insights on improving diagnostic accuracy, minimizing unnecessary interventions, and refining patient-centered strategies for melanoma screening in daily practice.
Gain practical insights on...
03/06/2025
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Melissa Mauskar, MD
Videos
02/17/2025
In this video, Dr Mauskar delves into the impact of hormonal changes on women’s skin and hair health, particularly during puberty, pregnancy, perimenopause, and menopause, highlighting common dermatological concerns such as dryness, vulvar...
In this video, Dr Mauskar delves into the impact of hormonal changes on women’s skin and hair health, particularly during puberty, pregnancy, perimenopause, and menopause, highlighting common dermatological concerns such as dryness, vulvar...
In this video, Dr Mauskar delves...
02/17/2025
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From the Issue

Empower Your Patients to Monitor Their Eczema Symptoms
Partner Approved
12/14/2020
Atopic dermatitis is a chronic disease requiring long-term monitoring of symptoms and triggers. Patients can proactively monitor their eczema with a new, easy-to-use mobile app.
Atopic dermatitis is a chronic disease requiring long-term monitoring of symptoms and triggers. Patients can proactively monitor their eczema with a new, easy-to-use mobile app.
Atopic dermatitis is a chronic...
12/14/2020
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Recent Research to Consider  in the Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis and Eczema
Partner Approved
07/15/2020
While much of research is to test the clinical efficacy and safety of drugs, these posters from the American Academy of Dermatology Virtual Meeting Experience 2020 focused on physician decision-making and evaluation, patient characteristics,...
While much of research is to test the clinical efficacy and safety of drugs, these posters from the American Academy of Dermatology Virtual Meeting Experience 2020 focused on physician decision-making and evaluation, patient characteristics,...
While much of research is to...
07/15/2020
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Boosting the Immune Response as a Treatment for Atopic Dermatitis
Partner Approved
03/12/2020
A murine model showed success in treating atopic dermatitis by activating natural killer cells instead of suppressing the immune response. The Dermatologist spoke with researcher Brian S. Kim, MD, about the future of this immunotherapeutic...
A murine model showed success in treating atopic dermatitis by activating natural killer cells instead of suppressing the immune response. The Dermatologist spoke with researcher Brian S. Kim, MD, about the future of this immunotherapeutic...
A murine model showed success in...
03/12/2020
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NEA Approved Features
02/17/2016
This article highlights several posters presented on eczema at The Winter Clinical Dermatology Conference-Hawaii last month. 
This article highlights several posters presented on eczema at The Winter Clinical Dermatology Conference-Hawaii last month. 
This article highlights several...
02/17/2016
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NEA Approved Features
01/27/2016
What is causing these pruritic, circular lesions?   
What is causing these pruritic, circular lesions?   
What is causing...
01/27/2016
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NEA Approved Features
03/06/2025
National Eczema Association survey examines the frequency of acute care needs among patients with atopic dermatitis and the wait times they experience when seeking care from their primary atopic dermatitis health care providers.
National Eczema Association survey examines the frequency of acute care needs among patients with atopic dermatitis and the wait times they experience when seeking care from their primary atopic dermatitis health care providers.
National Eczema Association...
03/06/2025
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NEA Approved Features
12/02/2024
Aligning patient and health care provider definitions can improve communication, treatment effectiveness, and research strategies.
Aligning patient and health care provider definitions can improve communication, treatment effectiveness, and research strategies.
Aligning patient and health care...
12/02/2024
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NEA Approved Features
09/06/2024
We know that the mental health burden of having atopic dermatitis is real, but are patients getting the help they need?
We know that the mental health burden of having atopic dermatitis is real, but are patients getting the help they need?
We know that the mental health...
09/06/2024
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NEA Approved Features
05/03/2024
When patients are aware of the connection between their mental health and their eczema symptoms, they may be more likely to seek support.
When patients are aware of the connection between their mental health and their eczema symptoms, they may be more likely to seek support.
When patients are aware of the...
05/03/2024
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NEA Approved Features
12/05/2023
New research reveals a web of associated conditions and financial and access burdens, paving the way for a more comprehensive approach to patient care.
New research reveals a web of associated conditions and financial and access burdens, paving the way for a more comprehensive approach to patient care.
New research reveals a web of...
12/05/2023
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NEA Approved Features
09/11/2023
Dr Peter Lio provides a brief on the current topicals used to treat atopic dermatitis in children.
Dr Peter Lio provides a brief on the current topicals used to treat atopic dermatitis in children.
Dr Peter Lio provides a brief on...
09/11/2023
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NEA Approved Features
08/11/2023
A recent study sheds light on this often overlooked aspect of the disease in pediatric patients.
A recent study sheds light on this often overlooked aspect of the disease in pediatric patients.
A recent study sheds light on...
08/11/2023
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NEA Approved Features
06/12/2023
New research from the National Eczema Association reveals that eczema patients and caregivers want to be involved in decision-making for their treatments.
New research from the National Eczema Association reveals that eczema patients and caregivers want to be involved in decision-making for their treatments.
New research from the National...
06/12/2023
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NEA Approved Features
05/08/2023
We highlight takeaways that will transform the way you care for this patient population.
We highlight takeaways that will transform the way you care for this patient population.
We highlight takeaways that will...
05/08/2023
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NEA Approved Features
03/07/2023
The findings of a recent National Eczema Association survey highlight the importance of shared decision-making between patients and health care providers.
The findings of a recent National Eczema Association survey highlight the importance of shared decision-making between patients and health care providers.
The findings of a recent...
03/07/2023
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News

News
01/31/2022
Researchers aimed to determine the prevalence of occupational contact dermatitis in dental personnel referred for patch testing and characterize relevant allergens.
Researchers aimed to determine the prevalence of occupational contact dermatitis in dental personnel referred for patch testing and characterize relevant allergens.
Researchers aimed to determine...
01/31/2022
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News
11/03/2021
Researchers found that atopic dermatitis poses a significant burden on direct and indirect health care costs for adults with the disease.
Researchers found that atopic dermatitis poses a significant burden on direct and indirect health care costs for adults with the disease.
Researchers found that atopic...
11/03/2021
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News
11/03/2021
There may be elevated positive screening rates for addictive behaviors in people with atopic dermatitis (AD) vs the general population.
There may be elevated positive screening rates for addictive behaviors in people with atopic dermatitis (AD) vs the general population.
There may be elevated positive...
11/03/2021
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News
09/24/2021
Patients with atopic dermatitis (AD) and metabolic disorders are at risk for developing cardiovascular disease (CVD) and major cardiovascular events (MACE), according to a study published in Dermatology and Therapy. Researchers aimed to...
Patients with atopic dermatitis (AD) and metabolic disorders are at risk for developing cardiovascular disease (CVD) and major cardiovascular events (MACE), according to a study published in Dermatology and Therapy. Researchers aimed to...
Patients with atopic dermatitis...
09/24/2021
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News
09/14/2021
The Global Patient Initiative to Improve Eczema Care seeks to establish a standardized patient-perspective assessment of atopic dermatitis care.
The Global Patient Initiative to Improve Eczema Care seeks to establish a standardized patient-perspective assessment of atopic dermatitis care.
The Global Patient Initiative to...
09/14/2021
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News
08/25/2021
Upadacitinib demonstrated better efficacy in patients with moderate to severe atopic dermatitis and is a safe treatment option.
Upadacitinib demonstrated better efficacy in patients with moderate to severe atopic dermatitis and is a safe treatment option.
Upadacitinib demonstrated better...
08/25/2021
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News
08/25/2021
The National Eczema Association amplified the patient voice in the evaluation of new treatments in a public meeting held by the Institute for Clinical and Economic Review.
The National Eczema Association amplified the patient voice in the evaluation of new treatments in a public meeting held by the Institute for Clinical and Economic Review.
The National Eczema Association...
08/25/2021
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News
08/10/2021
AD treatment attributes that are the most important for patients and caregivers are efficacy, mode of administration, and side effects.
AD treatment attributes that are the most important for patients and caregivers are efficacy, mode of administration, and side effects.
AD treatment attributes that are...
08/10/2021
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News
06/24/2021
Nail changes can be detected in children with atopic dermatitis, according to a recent study published in Clinical and Experimental Dermatology.
Nail changes can be detected in children with atopic dermatitis, according to a recent study published in Clinical and Experimental Dermatology.
Nail changes can be detected in...
06/24/2021
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News
06/24/2021
A recent study defined clinically meaningful within-patient changes in Patient-Oriented Eczema Measure and Children’s Dermatology Life Quality Index in children with severe atopic dermatitis.
A recent study defined clinically meaningful within-patient changes in Patient-Oriented Eczema Measure and Children’s Dermatology Life Quality Index in children with severe atopic dermatitis.
A recent study defined...
06/24/2021
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psoriatic arthritis
News
04/01/2025
A new overview of systematic reviews consolidates existing data on the global prevalence, incidence, and psychological comorbidities associated with psoriatic arthritis.
A new overview of systematic reviews consolidates existing data on the global prevalence, incidence, and psychological comorbidities associated with psoriatic arthritis.
A new overview of systematic...
04/01/2025
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psoriasis
News
04/01/2025
The dermatology experts effort aims to reduce diagnostic delays and improve comparability in global research on generalized pustular psoriasis, which has previously lacked universally accepted clinical parameters.
The dermatology experts effort aims to reduce diagnostic delays and improve comparability in global research on generalized pustular psoriasis, which has previously lacked universally accepted clinical parameters.
The dermatology experts effort...
04/01/2025
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psoriasis
News
03/20/2025
Psoriasis has traditionally been viewed as a chronic inflammatory disease confined to the skin. However, growing evidence from dermatologic, rheumatologic, and cardiologic research supports its classification as a systemic disease.
Psoriasis has traditionally been viewed as a chronic inflammatory disease confined to the skin. However, growing evidence from dermatologic, rheumatologic, and cardiologic research supports its classification as a systemic disease.
Psoriasis has traditionally been...
03/20/2025
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psoriasis
News
03/19/2025
The study followed 384 patients with psoriasis for an average of 33 months, with 311 (80.9%) classified as having subclinical psoriatic arthritis.
The study followed 384 patients with psoriasis for an average of 33 months, with 311 (80.9%) classified as having subclinical psoriatic arthritis.
The study followed 384 patients...
03/19/2025
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News
03/10/2025
A retrospective observational study suggests that the risk of developing psoriatic arthritis in patients with plaque psoriasis may vary depending on the class of biologic therapy used.
A retrospective observational study suggests that the risk of developing psoriatic arthritis in patients with plaque psoriasis may vary depending on the class of biologic therapy used.
A retrospective observational...
03/10/2025
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psoriatic arthritis
News
03/04/2025
A large observational study evaluated the relationship between metabolic syndrome and radiographic features in psoriatic arthritis.
A large observational study evaluated the relationship between metabolic syndrome and radiographic features in psoriatic arthritis.
A large observational study...
03/04/2025
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psoriasis
News
03/04/2025
Is there a significant increase in malignancy risk associated with biologic therapies for psoriasis?
Is there a significant increase in malignancy risk associated with biologic therapies for psoriasis?
Is there a significant increase...
03/04/2025
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Atopic dermatitis
News
02/18/2025
New monoclonal antibody offers targeted relief for patients with persistent itch and skin lesions
New monoclonal antibody offers targeted relief for patients with persistent itch and skin lesions
New monoclonal antibody offers...
02/18/2025
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psoriasis
News
02/13/2025
Are hyperglycemia and alcohol consumption independent risk factors for psoriasis flares in patients with severe disease?
Are hyperglycemia and alcohol consumption independent risk factors for psoriasis flares in patients with severe disease?
Are hyperglycemia and alcohol...
02/13/2025
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plaque psoriasis
News
02/13/2025
The risk of developing psoriatic arthritis in patients with plaque psoriasis may vary depending on the class of biologic therapy used.
The risk of developing psoriatic arthritis in patients with plaque psoriasis may vary depending on the class of biologic therapy used.
The risk of developing psoriatic...
02/13/2025
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