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FDA Alerts
08/10/2023
The US Food and Drug Administration recently announced approval of VYJUVEK (beremagene geperpavec [B-VEC]) for the treatment of wounds in patients ages 6 months and older with dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa.
The US Food and Drug Administration recently announced approval of VYJUVEK (beremagene geperpavec [B-VEC]) for the treatment of wounds in patients ages 6 months and older with dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa.
The US Food and Drug...
08/10/2023
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News
01/31/2023
Researchers aimed to perform a clinical and histopathologic evaluation of 41 pediatric GA cases in a retrospective study.
Researchers aimed to perform a clinical and histopathologic evaluation of 41 pediatric GA cases in a retrospective study.
Researchers aimed to perform a...
01/31/2023
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Videos
01/17/2022
Candrice Heath, MD, discusses how to teach families about safe hair care practices for skin of color.
Candrice Heath, MD, discusses how to teach families about safe hair care practices for skin of color.
Candrice Heath, MD, discusses...
01/17/2022
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Videos
01/09/2022
In this video, Candrice Heath, MD, shares what dermatologists should consider when treating skin of color hair in younger patients.
In this video, Candrice Heath, MD, shares what dermatologists should consider when treating skin of color hair in younger patients.
In this video, Candrice Heath,...
01/09/2022
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News
12/23/2021
A study in Pediatric Dermatology found that environmental tobacco smoke exposure at home was associated with childhood psoriasis in a Turkish population study.
A study in Pediatric Dermatology found that environmental tobacco smoke exposure at home was associated with childhood psoriasis in a Turkish population study.
A study in Pediatric Dermatology...
12/23/2021
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News
12/18/2021
High exposure to parabens in children aged 0 to 3 years increased the prevalence of atopic dermatitis (AD), according to a recent study from Japan.
High exposure to parabens in children aged 0 to 3 years increased the prevalence of atopic dermatitis (AD), according to a recent study from Japan.
High exposure to parabens in...
12/18/2021
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News
12/13/2021
Atopic dermatitis in children is associated with shorter stature, higher BMI, and lower weight in early childhood, but these associations resolve with age.
Atopic dermatitis in children is associated with shorter stature, higher BMI, and lower weight in early childhood, but these associations resolve with age.
Atopic dermatitis in children is...
12/13/2021
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News
04/13/2021
Elevated CD63 levels and thyroid disease are associated with chronic inducible urticaria (CIndU) resolution in pediatric patients.
Elevated CD63 levels and thyroid disease are associated with chronic inducible urticaria (CIndU) resolution in pediatric patients.
Elevated CD63 levels and thyroid...
04/13/2021
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News
01/29/2021
A high prevalence of metabolic syndrome (MetS) and insulin resistance exists in pre-pubertal children with psoriasis, according to a recent publication in the European Journal of Pediatrics.
A high prevalence of metabolic syndrome (MetS) and insulin resistance exists in pre-pubertal children with psoriasis, according to a recent publication in the European Journal of Pediatrics.
A high prevalence of metabolic...
01/29/2021
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News
01/04/2021
Use of the Itch Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) in adults with psoriasis is common, but standard use in a similar pediatric population has not been established. A qualitative study supports the content validity of the Itch NRS for pediatric...
Use of the Itch Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) in adults with psoriasis is common, but standard use in a similar pediatric population has not been established. A qualitative study supports the content validity of the Itch NRS for pediatric...
Use of the Itch Numeric Rating...
01/04/2021
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Q&As
12/14/2020
Women have found an increasing presence throughout dermatology both at a general and subspecialty level, but gaps in representation remain.  Over the past decade, women have found a growing role in the...
Women have found an increasing presence throughout dermatology both at a general and subspecialty level, but gaps in representation remain.  Over the past decade, women have found a growing role in the...
...
12/14/2020
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Expert Insights

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Videos
01/17/2022
Candrice Heath, MD, discusses how to teach families about safe hair care practices for skin of color.
Candrice Heath, MD, discusses how to teach families about safe hair care practices for skin of color.
Candrice Heath, MD, discusses...
01/17/2022
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CH
Videos
01/09/2022
In this video, Candrice Heath, MD, shares what dermatologists should consider when treating skin of color hair in younger patients.
In this video, Candrice Heath, MD, shares what dermatologists should consider when treating skin of color hair in younger patients.
In this video, Candrice Heath,...
01/09/2022
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Q&As
12/14/2020
Women have found an increasing presence throughout dermatology both at a general and subspecialty level, but gaps in representation remain.  Over the past decade, women have found a growing role in the...
Women have found an increasing presence throughout dermatology both at a general and subspecialty level, but gaps in representation remain.  Over the past decade, women have found a growing role in the...
...
12/14/2020
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Podcasts
10/02/2020
Candrice Heath, MD, shared her insights on treating pediatric patients, and why it is important for all dermatologists, including those who only see adults, to learn about treating younger patients.
Candrice Heath, MD, shared her insights on treating pediatric patients, and why it is important for all dermatologists, including those who only see adults, to learn about treating younger patients.
Candrice Heath, MD, shared her...
10/02/2020
The Dermatologist
More to Skin Than Meets the Eye: Bullying and Childhood Skin Conditions
Cover Story
09/11/2020
Bullying is common in childhood, and children with visible skin conditions can be highly vulnerable. Dermatologists can play a critical role into helping their pediatric patients through early screening and management.
Bullying is common in childhood, and children with visible skin conditions can be highly vulnerable. Dermatologists can play a critical role into helping their pediatric patients through early screening and management.
Bullying is common in childhood,...
09/11/2020
The Dermatologist
Feature Story
02/13/2020
Peter Sonnenreich, Mary Anne Dunkin
Without approved treatment options for molluscum contagiosum, doctors have differing opinions on how and even whether to treat. Recent interviews with dermatologists and pediatricians offer insight into the treatments that these two...
Without approved treatment options for molluscum contagiosum, doctors have differing opinions on how and even whether to treat. Recent interviews with dermatologists and pediatricians offer insight into the treatments that these two...
Without approved treatment...
02/13/2020
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Cover Story
01/09/2025
With new study results being announced at a dizzying pace, it is time for a reset of the itch landscape.
With new study results being announced at a dizzying pace, it is time for a reset of the itch landscape.
With new study results being...
01/09/2025
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Dr Amy McMichael
Videos
12/20/2024
In this video, Amy J McMichael, MD, FAAD, discusses the complexities of diagnosis with alopecia areata (eg, differential diagnosis), the currently available disease severity assessment tools, and the benefits and shortcomings of each tool and...
In this video, Amy J McMichael, MD, FAAD, discusses the complexities of diagnosis with alopecia areata (eg, differential diagnosis), the currently available disease severity assessment tools, and the benefits and shortcomings of each tool and...
In this video, Amy J McMichael,...
12/20/2024
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Dr Brett King
Podcasts
12/13/2024
In this podcast, Brett King, MD, PhD, discusses the use of JAK inhibitors for patients with severe alopecia areata and dives into how JAK inhibitors were discovered for the treatment of severe alopecia areata. He provides recommendations on...
In this podcast, Brett King, MD, PhD, discusses the use of JAK inhibitors for patients with severe alopecia areata and dives into how JAK inhibitors were discovered for the treatment of severe alopecia areata. He provides recommendations on...
In this podcast, Brett King, MD,...
12/13/2024
The Dermatologist
Cover Story
12/02/2024
As dermatologists, we are uniquely positioned to conclusively find and document the presence of scabies mites on our patients.
As dermatologists, we are uniquely positioned to conclusively find and document the presence of scabies mites on our patients.
As dermatologists, we are...
12/02/2024
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Feature Story
12/02/2024
Embracing a respectful approach to the aging process is essential for recognizing the rich tapestry of experiences that shape individuals over time.
Embracing a respectful approach to the aging process is essential for recognizing the rich tapestry of experiences that shape individuals over time.
Embracing a respectful approach...
12/02/2024
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James Song
Videos
12/02/2024
In this interview, Dr Song explains the unique mechanisms of JAK inhibitors compared to traditional immunosuppressants in atopic dermatitis treatment.
In this interview, Dr Song explains the unique mechanisms of JAK inhibitors compared to traditional immunosuppressants in atopic dermatitis treatment.
In this interview, Dr Song...
12/02/2024
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Gil Yosipovitch, MD,
Clinical Pearls
11/14/2024
In this feature interview, Gil Yosipovitch, MD, shares his expert insights into dupilumab for adult patients with prurigo nodularis.
In this feature interview, Gil Yosipovitch, MD, shares his expert insights into dupilumab for adult patients with prurigo nodularis.
In this feature interview, Gil...
11/14/2024
APP Institute Dermatology
Dr. Adam Friedman and Jaya Manjunath
Podcasts
10/16/2024
Collaboration and consideration are key to a successful medical intervention.
Collaboration and consideration are key to a successful medical intervention.
Collaboration and consideration...
10/16/2024
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News and Quizzes

FDA Alerts
08/10/2023
The US Food and Drug Administration recently announced approval of VYJUVEK (beremagene geperpavec [B-VEC]) for the treatment of wounds in patients ages 6 months and older with dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa.
The US Food and Drug Administration recently announced approval of VYJUVEK (beremagene geperpavec [B-VEC]) for the treatment of wounds in patients ages 6 months and older with dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa.
The US Food and Drug...
08/10/2023
The Dermatologist
News
01/31/2023
Researchers aimed to perform a clinical and histopathologic evaluation of 41 pediatric GA cases in a retrospective study.
Researchers aimed to perform a clinical and histopathologic evaluation of 41 pediatric GA cases in a retrospective study.
Researchers aimed to perform a...
01/31/2023
The Dermatologist
News
12/23/2021
A study in Pediatric Dermatology found that environmental tobacco smoke exposure at home was associated with childhood psoriasis in a Turkish population study.
A study in Pediatric Dermatology found that environmental tobacco smoke exposure at home was associated with childhood psoriasis in a Turkish population study.
A study in Pediatric Dermatology...
12/23/2021
The Dermatologist
News
12/18/2021
High exposure to parabens in children aged 0 to 3 years increased the prevalence of atopic dermatitis (AD), according to a recent study from Japan.
High exposure to parabens in children aged 0 to 3 years increased the prevalence of atopic dermatitis (AD), according to a recent study from Japan.
High exposure to parabens in...
12/18/2021
The Dermatologist
News
12/13/2021
Atopic dermatitis in children is associated with shorter stature, higher BMI, and lower weight in early childhood, but these associations resolve with age.
Atopic dermatitis in children is associated with shorter stature, higher BMI, and lower weight in early childhood, but these associations resolve with age.
Atopic dermatitis in children is...
12/13/2021
The Dermatologist
News
04/13/2021
Elevated CD63 levels and thyroid disease are associated with chronic inducible urticaria (CIndU) resolution in pediatric patients.
Elevated CD63 levels and thyroid disease are associated with chronic inducible urticaria (CIndU) resolution in pediatric patients.
Elevated CD63 levels and thyroid...
04/13/2021
The Dermatologist
News
01/29/2021
A high prevalence of metabolic syndrome (MetS) and insulin resistance exists in pre-pubertal children with psoriasis, according to a recent publication in the European Journal of Pediatrics.
A high prevalence of metabolic syndrome (MetS) and insulin resistance exists in pre-pubertal children with psoriasis, according to a recent publication in the European Journal of Pediatrics.
A high prevalence of metabolic...
01/29/2021
The Dermatologist
News
01/04/2021
Use of the Itch Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) in adults with psoriasis is common, but standard use in a similar pediatric population has not been established. A qualitative study supports the content validity of the Itch NRS for pediatric...
Use of the Itch Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) in adults with psoriasis is common, but standard use in a similar pediatric population has not been established. A qualitative study supports the content validity of the Itch NRS for pediatric...
Use of the Itch Numeric Rating...
01/04/2021
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News
12/01/2017
Atopic dermatitis, commonly known as eczema, is a widely prevalent disease. In a recent study, researchers aimed to identify subphenotypes of atopic dermatitis in children.
Atopic dermatitis, commonly known as eczema, is a widely prevalent disease. In a recent study, researchers aimed to identify subphenotypes of atopic dermatitis in children.
Atopic dermatitis, commonly...
12/01/2017
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News
11/27/2017
Parent-provided smartphone photographs can be used to help diagnose skin conditions in pediatric patients, according to a recent study.
Parent-provided smartphone photographs can be used to help diagnose skin conditions in pediatric patients, according to a recent study.
Parent-provided smartphone...
11/27/2017
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alopecia areata
News
01/16/2025
A new analysis highlights the importance of patient preferences in optimizing treatment strategies for severe alopecia areata.
A new analysis highlights the importance of patient preferences in optimizing treatment strategies for severe alopecia areata.
A new analysis highlights the...
01/16/2025
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skin cancer
News
01/14/2025
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals has announced promising interim results from the Phase 3 C-POST trial, evaluating the PD-1 inhibitor Libtayo (cemiplimab).
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals has announced promising interim results from the Phase 3 C-POST trial, evaluating the PD-1 inhibitor Libtayo (cemiplimab).
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals has...
01/14/2025
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psoriatic arthritis
News
01/07/2025
A recent scoping review highlights the challenges in defining and managing difficult-to-treat psoriatic arthritis.
A recent scoping review highlights the challenges in defining and managing difficult-to-treat psoriatic arthritis.
A recent scoping review...
01/07/2025
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psoriasis
News
01/07/2025
A large population-based cohort study has identified a modestly increased risk of dementia in individuals with psoriasis.
A large population-based cohort study has identified a modestly increased risk of dementia in individuals with psoriasis.
A large population-based cohort...
01/07/2025
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doctor
News
12/30/2024
New research reveals Pongamia pinnata’s powerful potential as an anti-cancer agent for skin tumors, combining traditional knowledge with cutting-edge molecular science.
New research reveals Pongamia pinnata’s powerful potential as an anti-cancer agent for skin tumors, combining traditional knowledge with cutting-edge molecular science.
New research reveals Pongamia...
12/30/2024
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psoriasis
News
12/25/2024
A study uncovers the prevalence of sarcopenia and osteoporosis in patients with PsA, emphasizing the interconnected role of body composition and bone health.
A study uncovers the prevalence of sarcopenia and osteoporosis in patients with PsA, emphasizing the interconnected role of body composition and bone health.
A study uncovers the prevalence...
12/25/2024
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Atopic dermatitis
News
12/23/2024
A comprehensive study finds no significant link between exposure to tobacco smoke and the severity or activity of atopic dermatitis in children and adolescents.
A comprehensive study finds no significant link between exposure to tobacco smoke and the severity or activity of atopic dermatitis in children and adolescents.
A comprehensive study finds no...
12/23/2024
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family
News
12/20/2024
A new study reveals how childhood psoriasis affects both children and their parents during the turbulent transition to adolescence, emphasizing the need for systemic psychological support.
A new study reveals how childhood psoriasis affects both children and their parents during the turbulent transition to adolescence, emphasizing the need for systemic psychological support.
A new study reveals how...
12/20/2024
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Atopic dermatitis
News
12/18/2024
A traditional remedy, white mulberry demonstrates therapeutic potential for eczema, offering a natural alternative to chemical treatments.
A traditional remedy, white mulberry demonstrates therapeutic potential for eczema, offering a natural alternative to chemical treatments.
A traditional remedy, white...
12/18/2024
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Atopic dermatitis
FDA Alerts
12/16/2024
Organon’s VTAMA cream, 1%, offers a steroid-free solution for patients 2 years and older with moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis, featuring powerful skin clearance and rapid itch relief.
Organon’s VTAMA cream, 1%, offers a steroid-free solution for patients 2 years and older with moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis, featuring powerful skin clearance and rapid itch relief.
Organon’s VTAMA cream, 1%,...
12/16/2024
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