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alopecia areata
News
01/16/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
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
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
12/19/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to explore the current literature on the gut-skin connection in alopecia to summarize interventions that impact hair growth through modulation of the gut or skin microbiome.
Researchers aimed to explore the current literature on the gut-skin connection in alopecia to summarize interventions that impact hair growth through modulation of the gut or skin microbiome.
Researchers aimed to explore the...
12/19/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
12/19/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to gauge the treatment preferences of both adult (≥18 years) and adolescent (12–17 years) patients with alopecia areata in the United States and Europe.
Researchers aimed to gauge the treatment preferences of both adult (≥18 years) and adolescent (12–17 years) patients with alopecia areata in the United States and Europe.
Researchers aimed to gauge the...
12/19/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
12/12/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to enhance the diagnostic accuracy of alopecia areata, trichotillomania, nevus sebaceous, and linear scleroderma en coup de sabre, all of which can manifest as linear alopecia,
Researchers aimed to enhance the diagnostic accuracy of alopecia areata, trichotillomania, nevus sebaceous, and linear scleroderma en coup de sabre, all of which can manifest as linear alopecia,
Researchers aimed to enhance the...
12/12/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
12/12/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to elucidate the potential causal relationship between rheumatoid arthritis and alopecia areata using the Mendelian randomization design.
Researchers aimed to elucidate the potential causal relationship between rheumatoid arthritis and alopecia areata using the Mendelian randomization design.
Researchers aimed to elucidate...
12/12/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
11/30/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers combined results from BRAVE-AA1 and BRAVE-AA2 clinical trials, investigating the impact of baricitinib treatment on scalp hair regrowth over 52 weeks.
Researchers combined results from BRAVE-AA1 and BRAVE-AA2 clinical trials, investigating the impact of baricitinib treatment on scalp hair regrowth over 52 weeks.
Researchers combined results...
11/30/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
11/20/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to address the growing evidence supporting the efficacy of JAK inhibitors in treating alopecia areata.
Researchers aimed to address the growing evidence supporting the efficacy of JAK inhibitors in treating alopecia areata.
Researchers aimed to address the...
11/20/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
11/17/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to explore the potential benefits of autologous adipose tissue injection, in the treatment of both scarring and nonscarring alopecia.
Researchers aimed to explore the potential benefits of autologous adipose tissue injection, in the treatment of both scarring and nonscarring alopecia.
Researchers aimed to explore the...
11/17/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
11/16/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Zinc is a crucial element for DNA stability and repair and plays a role in maintaining normal hair growth.
Zinc is a crucial element for DNA stability and repair and plays a role in maintaining normal hair growth.
Zinc is a crucial element for...
11/16/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
10/23/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to investigate the link between alopecia areata and hearing problems.
Researchers aimed to investigate the link between alopecia areata and hearing problems.
Researchers aimed to investigate...
10/23/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
09/22/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to delve into the connection between alopecia areata and periodontitis.
Researchers aimed to delve into the connection between alopecia areata and periodontitis.
Researchers aimed to delve into...
09/22/2023
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Expert Insights

Dr Natasha Atanaskova Mesinkovska
Podcasts
05/16/2023
In this exclusive interview, Dr Natasha Atanaskova Mesinkovska discussed her session on hair loss and treatment options for alopecia areata.
In this exclusive interview, Dr Natasha Atanaskova Mesinkovska discussed her session on hair loss and treatment options for alopecia areata.
In this exclusive interview, Dr...
05/16/2023
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CH
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
The Dermatologist
Feature Story
02/16/2021
Lauren Mateja
With the emphasis on emergent conditions and chronic disease management, dermatology sometimes overlooks the importance of hair. Patients who have seen a dermatologist may exhibit signs and symptoms of alopecia,...
With the emphasis on emergent conditions and chronic disease management, dermatology sometimes overlooks the importance of hair. Patients who have seen a dermatologist may exhibit signs and symptoms of alopecia,...
With...
02/16/2021
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Treating Androgenetic Alopecia: A Review of Nonsurgical Options
Feature Story
07/15/2020
Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is a common form of hair loss that affects an estimated 80 million Americans.1 In men, it can begin as early as the teen years and follows a characteristic pattern, and in women, AGA...
Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is a common form of hair loss that affects an estimated 80 million Americans.1 In men, it can begin as early as the teen years and follows a characteristic pattern, and in women, AGA...
...
07/15/2020
The Dermatologist
Feature Story
09/04/2008
More than 50% of the population of men in their 50s has cosmetically significant male pattern hair loss. No doubt, the pressure on individuals to look younger comes from all directions in our society.
More than 50% of the population of men in their 50s has cosmetically significant male pattern hair loss. No doubt, the pressure on individuals to look younger comes from all directions in our society.
More than 50% of the population...
09/04/2008
The Dermatologist
Patrick Burnett
Videos
03/13/2025
Patrick Burnett, MD, PhD, FAAD
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
Jessica Garlewicz
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
Jessica Garlewicz
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
Jessica Garlewicz
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
Jessica Garlewicz
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
The Dermatologist
Cover Story
03/06/2025
Iain Noel Encarnacion, MS; Noelle Desir, BA; Susan Taylor, MD
A multidisciplinary approach to care is needed to address the physical and psychological dimensions of this disease.
A multidisciplinary approach to care is needed to address the physical and psychological dimensions of this disease.
A multidisciplinary approach to...
03/06/2025
The Dermatologist
Melissa Mauskar, MD
Videos
02/17/2025
Melissa Mauskar, MD
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
The Dermatologist
Cover Story
02/03/2025
Ross Lane Pearlman, MD
Although novel artificial intelligence-powered diagnostic applications are readily available to the public, how much can clinicians trust these tools?
Although novel artificial intelligence-powered diagnostic applications are readily available to the public, how much can clinicians trust these tools?
Although novel artificial...
02/03/2025
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News

alopecia areata
News
01/16/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
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
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
12/19/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to explore the current literature on the gut-skin connection in alopecia to summarize interventions that impact hair growth through modulation of the gut or skin microbiome.
Researchers aimed to explore the current literature on the gut-skin connection in alopecia to summarize interventions that impact hair growth through modulation of the gut or skin microbiome.
Researchers aimed to explore the...
12/19/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
12/19/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to gauge the treatment preferences of both adult (≥18 years) and adolescent (12–17 years) patients with alopecia areata in the United States and Europe.
Researchers aimed to gauge the treatment preferences of both adult (≥18 years) and adolescent (12–17 years) patients with alopecia areata in the United States and Europe.
Researchers aimed to gauge the...
12/19/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
12/12/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to enhance the diagnostic accuracy of alopecia areata, trichotillomania, nevus sebaceous, and linear scleroderma en coup de sabre, all of which can manifest as linear alopecia,
Researchers aimed to enhance the diagnostic accuracy of alopecia areata, trichotillomania, nevus sebaceous, and linear scleroderma en coup de sabre, all of which can manifest as linear alopecia,
Researchers aimed to enhance the...
12/12/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
12/12/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to elucidate the potential causal relationship between rheumatoid arthritis and alopecia areata using the Mendelian randomization design.
Researchers aimed to elucidate the potential causal relationship between rheumatoid arthritis and alopecia areata using the Mendelian randomization design.
Researchers aimed to elucidate...
12/12/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
11/30/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers combined results from BRAVE-AA1 and BRAVE-AA2 clinical trials, investigating the impact of baricitinib treatment on scalp hair regrowth over 52 weeks.
Researchers combined results from BRAVE-AA1 and BRAVE-AA2 clinical trials, investigating the impact of baricitinib treatment on scalp hair regrowth over 52 weeks.
Researchers combined results...
11/30/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
11/20/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to address the growing evidence supporting the efficacy of JAK inhibitors in treating alopecia areata.
Researchers aimed to address the growing evidence supporting the efficacy of JAK inhibitors in treating alopecia areata.
Researchers aimed to address the...
11/20/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
11/17/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to explore the potential benefits of autologous adipose tissue injection, in the treatment of both scarring and nonscarring alopecia.
Researchers aimed to explore the potential benefits of autologous adipose tissue injection, in the treatment of both scarring and nonscarring alopecia.
Researchers aimed to explore the...
11/17/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
11/16/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Zinc is a crucial element for DNA stability and repair and plays a role in maintaining normal hair growth.
Zinc is a crucial element for DNA stability and repair and plays a role in maintaining normal hair growth.
Zinc is a crucial element for...
11/16/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
10/23/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to investigate the link between alopecia areata and hearing problems.
Researchers aimed to investigate the link between alopecia areata and hearing problems.
Researchers aimed to investigate...
10/23/2023
The Dermatologist
psoriatic arthritis
News
04/01/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
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
Jessica Garlewicz
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
The Dermatologist
psoriasis
News
03/20/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
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
The Dermatologist
psoriasis
News
03/19/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
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
The Dermatologist
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
The Dermatologist
psoriatic arthritis
News
03/04/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
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
The Dermatologist
psoriasis
News
03/04/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
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
Riya Gandhi, MA
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
The Dermatologist
psoriasis
News
02/13/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
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
The Dermatologist
plaque psoriasis
News
02/13/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
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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Quizzes and Polls

Quiz
03/29/2019
Which finding is common among patients with alopecia areata affecting the nails?
Which finding is common among patients with alopecia areata affecting the nails?
Which finding is common among...
03/29/2019
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telemedicine
Quiz
03/25/2025
Riya Gandhi, MA
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
The Dermatologist
psoriasis
Quiz
03/20/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
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
Riya Gandhi, MA
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
The Dermatologist
Atopic dermatitis
Quiz
03/11/2025
Riya Gandhi, MA
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
The Dermatologist
psoriasis
Quiz
03/04/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
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
Riya Gandhi, MA
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
Riya Gandhi, MA
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
Jessica Garlewicz
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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