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Risk for Psoriasis Increased for Cancer Survivors

Increased risks seen for survivors of leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma, skin cancer, and lung cancer in subgroup analyses

By Physician’s Briefing Staff | | July 21, 2021

Gender-Affirming Hair Removal Improves Mental Health

Odds of psychological distress, smoking, suicidal intent reduced among transgender and gender-diverse adults assigned male at birth

By Physician’s Briefing Staff | | July 21, 2021

AI System Could Help Clinicians Assess Psoriasis Severity

Novel simplified scoring system and associated AI model could help dermatologists quickly evaluate psoriasis severity

By Physician’s Briefing Staff | | July 21, 2021

Five Neutrogena and Aveeno Spray Sunscreens Recalled Due to Benzene

Johnson & Johnson said it was still investigating how traces of benzene were discovered in the sunscreens

By Physician’s Briefing Staff | | July 15, 2021

How Effective Is Cemiplimab for Advanced, Metastatic BCC?

Case report shows benefit for cemiplimab in patient with locally advanced ulcerated cSCC, two infiltrative BCCs

By Dermsquared Editorial Team | | July 14, 2021

Minocycline-Induced Hyperpigmentation Described in Elderly Male

Patient presented for examination of facial and ocular discoloration; eight-year history of minocycline use for acne vulgaris identified

By Dermsquared Editorial Team | | July 14, 2021

Questionnaire Responses About Dermatology History Inconsistent

History of psoriasis consistently reported, whereas history of atopic dermatitis is not

By Physician’s Briefing Staff | | July 13, 2021

Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine Safe, Effective in Cancer Patients

Pronounced lag in antibody production after the first dose found versus noncancer controls

By Physician’s Briefing Staff | | July 13, 2021

Androgenetic Alopecia May Reduce Health-Related Quality of Life

Authors say patients with androgenetic alopecia may need psychological, psychosocial support

By Physician’s Briefing Staff | | July 12, 2021

Teens, Parents View Provider Sexual Health Discussions as Important

However, less than one-third of teens reported discussions about sexual and reproductive health topics other than puberty at most recent visit

By Physician’s Briefing Staff | | July 12, 2021

U.S. Cancer Mortality Rates Down From 2014 to 2018

Decrease seen for 11 of the 19 most common cancers among men and for 14 of the 20 most common cancers among women

By Physician’s Briefing Staff | | July 08, 2021

Can Primary Tumor Site Predict Merkel Cell Carcinoma Outcomes?

Tumors involving the scalp/neck carry the highest cumulative Merkel cell carcinoma-specific mortality incidence

By Dermsquared Editorial Team | | July 07, 2021

What Skin Reactions Are Seen After mRNA COVID-19 Vaccines?

Most common reactions include delayed large local reactions, local injection site reactions, urticaria, and morbilliform eruptions

By Dermsquared Editorial Team | | July 07, 2021

Immunocompromised? Why the COVID-19 Vaccine Might Still Protect You

WEDNESDAY, July 7, 2021 (HealthDay News) -- COVID-19 vaccinations may not offer as much protection to people with compromised immune systems, but just how...

By Denise Mann (HealthDay News) | | July 07, 2021

Prevalence of Psoriasis 3 Percent in U.S. Population Age Twenty-Plus

Prevalence similar for women and men, highest among Whites, not significantly different from 2003

By Dermsquared Editorial Team | | July 06, 2021

Shining a Light on Sunscreens

Sunscreen isn't just for pool gatherings and beach outings: Using sunscreen every day could reduce your risk of skin cancer, experts say.

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By Robert Preidt (HealthDay News) | | July 03, 2021

Risk of Migraine May Be Higher With Rosacea

Men with rosacea have twice the risk for self-reported migraine versus those without rosacea

By Physician’s Briefing Staff | | July 01, 2021

Adults With Psoriasis More Likely to Have Rheumatoid Arthritis

Subgroup analysis by age shows point estimate higher for adults aged 20 to 49 years than for those aged 50 years and older

By Physician’s Briefing Staff | | June 24, 2021

Topical Terbinafine Effective for Distal, Lateral Subungual Onychomycosis

Mycological cure rate was 69.9 percent; complete cure seen for 4.5 percent, with few adverse events

By Dermsquared Editorial Team | | June 23, 2021

Interval Between Biopsy, SLNB Does Not Affect Melanoma Survival

No difference seen in melanoma-specific survival, disease-free survival, overall survival for early versus late interval

By Dermsquared Editorial Team | | June 23, 2021

Rash, Itch After COVID Vaccine Rare & Quickly Resolves

Rashes, itchiness and other skin problems can develop after people receive COVID-19 vaccines, but such problems are rare and go away quickly, new research...

By Robert Preidt (HealthDay News) | | June 23, 2021

Medicaid Enrollment Reaches Record High During Pandemic

Surge in enrollment during pandemic means that a quarter of the U.S. population is now covered by the public program

By Physician's Briefing Staff | | June 22, 2021

Poll: Many 'High-Risk' Americans Unconcerned About Skin Cancer

AAD survey revealed that 49 percent of respondents were more worried about avoiding sunburn than preventing skin cancer

By Physician’s Briefing Staff | | June 22, 2021

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By Dermsquared Editorial Team | | October 23, 2026

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