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Review: Oral Isotretinoin Is Best Treatment for Acne
Meta-analysis reveals triple therapies containing topical retinoid, benzoyl peroxide, and antibiotic are next best
Variants at Two Loci Associated With Hidradenitis Suppurativa Risk
Two hidradenitis suppurativa-associated loci identified in meta-analysis of four studies, with variants located near SOX9 and KLF5 genes
Incidence, Detection of Melanoma Low in Racial, Ethnic Minorities
Number needed to screen >12,000 in racial and ethnic minority individuals compared with 373 in non-Hispanic Whites
LAUNCH ALERT: FDA Approves YCANTH for Molluscum Contagiosum
The groundbreaking topical solution addresses one of dermatology’s greatest unmet needs
Melanoma Presentation, Mortality Varies by Race
Black patients face higher mortality with melanoma independent of insurance status and severity at diagnosis
Incidence Rate of Diagnosed Vitiligo 22.6 per 100,000 Person-Years
Vitiligo most commonly diagnosed in older adults and in Hispanic/Latino and Asian American patients
JAK Inhibitors May Aid Hair Regrowth in Patients With Alopecia
Study shows safety and tolerability of JAK inhibitors acceptable
Skin Lightening Prevalent Among 'Skin of Color' Individuals
Skin lightening agent users have significantly higher composite colorism scores than nonusers
Is Lymecycline Superior to Doxycycline for Moderate-to-Severe Acne?
Lymecycline led to earlier reduction in number of lesions and severity of acne; shorter duration of therapy needed with lymecycline
Do Organ Transplant Recipients With cSCC Have Worse Outcomes?
Transplant recipients have increased rates of second cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma, metastasis, death from cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma
Exploring the Comorbidities Associated with Vitiligo
Comorbidities associated with vitiligo go beyond just the skin, making it vital that clinicians consider these associated conditions to ensure comprehensive care for their...
Prevalence of Atopic Diseases Increased in Sexually Diverse Individuals
Prevalence of atopic dermatitis, asthma, and allergic rhinitis increased compared with heterosexual individuals
Confirmatory Testing Underused for Tinea Capitis Diagnosis
Testing significantly less likely when diagnosis made by pediatrician, family practice clinicians
How Well Does 20 Percent Oxybutynin Hydrochloride Lotion Cut Palmar Sweat Volume?
20 percent oxybutynin hydrochloride lotion more effective than placebo for patients aged 12 years and older with primary palmar hyperhidrosis
Contributory Factors Identified for Discordant Severity Grading for Eczema, Psoriasis
Higher patient-graded severity for eczema, psoriasis linked to higher symptom expression, greater quality-of-life impairment
Lower Extremities Have Highest Surgical Site Infection Rates With Mohs Surgery
Findings especially for flap and graft closures
Chemotherapy-Induced Pseudocellulitis Described in Case Reports
Cases of true chemo-induced pseudocellulitis resembled infectious cellulitis; did not meet diagnostic criteria for known diagnoses
How Efficacious Is Microencapsulated BPO/Tretinoin for Acne?
Two studies show significant improvement in achieving Investigator Global Assessment success and change in inflammatory lesion count from baseline
Does Addiction Risk Affect Patient Choice of Pain Meds After Mohs Surgery?
Half of patients with pain level of 6.5 of 10 expressed preference for OTCs plus opioids when theoretical risk of addiction was low
Advancements in Treating Vitiligo
An overview of new and emerging treatments and research in vitiligo
Research Roundup: Vitiligo
Everything you need to know this month to stay up to date on the latest research in vitiligo
What’s New and Hot in Vitiligo
Treatment of vitiligo can be challenging, but with promising new treatments emerging, the therapeutic options for patients are increasing
Crisaborole Effective for Long-Term Maintenance in Mild-to-Moderate Eczema
Longer median time of flare-free maintenance, greater number of flare-free days, and lower mean number of flares
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