Dermatology

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Atopic Dermatitis Linked to Increased IBD Risk in Adults and Kids

— Risk increased with severity of atopic dermatitis across both groups, cohort study shows

A photo of the arm of a child with atopic dermatitis.

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Study Reinforces BRAF-MEK Inhibition Over Anti-BRAF Only in Advanced Melanoma

Improved PFS with encorafenib-binimetinib versus encorafenib, but immunotherapy still top option

Aug 29, 2023
U.S. Unveils First 10 Drugs for Medicare Price Negotiations

Treatments for heart failure, Crohn's disease, and diabetes make the list

Aug 29, 2023
Chatbots Not Always Reliable for Cancer Treatment Advice

Studies show their potential, but reveal clear issues with treatment information reliability

Aug 24, 2023
Mohs Surgery Best for Early-Stage Merkel Cell Carcinoma?

Retrospective data suggest superior survival in pathologically confirmed node-negative disease

Aug 23, 2023
Chatbots Not Always Reliable for Cancer Treatment Advice

Studies show their potential, but reveal clear issues with treatment information reliability

Mohs Surgery Best for Early-Stage Merkel Cell Carcinoma?

Retrospective data suggest superior survival in pathologically confirmed node-negative disease

Dermatology Case Studies

Elderly Man Develops Facial Plaque After Salivary Duct Carcinoma Diagnosis

Clinicians consider a number of differential diagnoses before making the call

A photo of a mature male physician looking at an x-ray of a person’s head and neck.
Young Man's Claw-Like Hands and Annular, Reddened Skin Plaques

Clinicians diagnose a notorious transmissible bacterial infection rarely seen in the U.S.

A microscope image of skin affected by leprosy
Why Does This Newborn Have Brittle Hair and Parchment-Like Skin?

Genetic testing helps identify this rare autosomal recessive genodermatosis

A computer rendering of hair follicles.

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It's the Summer of Barbie ... Botox?

What's up with the neck-slimming procedure known as Barbie Botox?

Aug 18, 2023
A computer rendering of a transparent woman with a syringe above the trapezius muscles.
Make the Diagnosis: It’s a Painless Pink Nodule. How Bad Could It Be?

A 49-year-old woman visited her doctor concerned about a lesion that developed over her right toe within the last 4 weeks. Can you diagnose the patient?

Aug 16, 2023
Image of a big toe with a red crusted wound
FDA OKs First Liver-Directed Treatment for Metastatic Uveal Melanoma

Hepzato Kit melphalan delivery system produced objective responses in 36% of patients

Aug 15, 2023
FDA APPROVED melphalan/Hepatic Delivery System (Hepzato Kit) over a CT scan of liver metastasis
Tool Predicts PsA Progression From Psoriasis, No Fancy Biomarkers Needed

New model estimates risk from routine clinical parameters

Aug 09, 2023
A photo of a woman’s hand and arm affected by psoriatic arthritis.
Woman Presents With Severe Pruritus on Both Arms

Symptoms have persisted for years, despite a variety of topical and systemic treatments

Aug 07, 2023
 A photo of a mature woman itching her arms.
Make the Diagnosis: Hyperpigmentation? Psoriasis? Or Something Else?

A 53-year-old man visited his doctor concerned about a spreading rash underneath his arms for the past 3 weeks. Can you diagnose the patient?

Jul 31, 2023
An image of a man's arm and chest with a rash
Elderly Man Develops Facial Plaque After Salivary Duct Carcinoma Diagnosis

Clinicians consider a number of differential diagnoses before making the call

Jul 31, 2023
A photo of a mature male physician looking at an x-ray of a person’s head and neck.
Pediatric Allergic March Supported by Nationwide EHR Data

Constellation of comorbid allergic conditions common among children

Jul 26, 2023
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First Treatment for Demodex Blepharitis Wins FDA Approval

Lotilaner ophthalmic solution reduced eyelash collarettes, increased mite eradication

Jul 26, 2023
 FDA APPROVED lotilaner ophthalmic solution (XDEMVY) over a computer rendering of mites on eyelashes.
First Treatment Approved for Molluscum Contagiosum

Half of patients across two randomized trials had complete clearance of lesions

Jul 24, 2023
FDA APPROVED topical cantharidin (Ycanth) over a photo of a man’s skin affected by molluscum contagiosum
Young Man's Claw-Like Hands and Annular, Reddened Skin Plaques

Clinicians diagnose a notorious transmissible bacterial infection rarely seen in the U.S.

Jul 24, 2023
A microscope image of skin affected by leprosy
TNF Blockers for IBD Tied to Risk for Immune-Mediated Diseases

"Paradoxical" finding puzzles researchers

Jul 22, 2023
A computer rendering of a transparent body with inflamed intestines highlighted.
Make the Diagnosis: A Skin Eruption Is Just One of This Bodybuilder’s Symptoms. What’s Up?

An 18-year-old man visited his doctor with fever, multiple joint pain, and an inflammatory skin condition that had been progressive for the preceding few weeks. Can you diagnose the patient?

Jul 17, 2023
A young man with skin issue on his chest.
Adjuvant Nivolumab Promising in Resected Merkel Cell Carcinoma

Absolute risk reduction of 9-10% in 1- and 2-year DFS compared with observation

Jul 14, 2023
 A photo of the vial and packaging of Opdivo over a photo of a senior woman with Merkel cell carcinoma
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