Atopic Dermatitis

Three distinct congresses known as RAVE (Revolutionizing Atopic Dermatitis, Alopecia Areata, and Vitiligo) will be held June 8-10, in Chicago, Illinois.

Mark Lebwohl, MD, discusses the rapid expansion of therapeutic options, including targeted drugs like JAK inhibitors and IL-13 treatments for atopic dermatitis, paralleling the progress seen in psoriasis treatment over the last decade.

Mark Lebwohl, MD, emphasizes the importance of considering various factors, including severity of itch and interference with sleep, when determining treatments for patients with atopic dermatitis, even with presentation may not include typical symptoms.

Alexandra Golant, MD, shares how sleep improvement is measured and the difference an effective treatment makes for the patient’s entire family.

Alexandra Golant, MD, explains why she is confident in the latest safety and efficacy data from ruxolitinib trials to treat pediatric patients with atopic dermatitis.

Researchers address the persisting gaps in managing mental health comorbidities within the framework of existing clinical practice guidelines.

Alexandra Golant, MD, presents the case of a 38-year-old Caucasian male construction worker, diagnosed with moderate AD at age 15, and his treatment history with various interventions and physician referral considerations.

Dr. Golant discusses the role of disease severity in her selection of atopic dermatitis treatments, particularly noting the characterization of hand and foot involved patients as often moderate cases, and highlighting the rapid response observed in these areas when treated.

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Paller shares early findings from the award winning poster on PEDISTAD trial and its clinical implication for children with atopic dermatitis.

Brad Glick, DO, MPH, says it is essential to consider patient lifestyles when choosing atopic dermatitis therapies.

Brad Glick, DO, MPH, emphasizes the importance of personalized and inclusive communication in choosing therapeutics for atopic dermatitis.

Brian Kim, MD, underscores the critical gap in addressing severe itch in atopic dermatitis, often overshadowed by the visible manifestations of skin rash.

Brian Kim, MD, explores long-term ruxolitinib data and combination therapies in the treatment of pediatric atopic dermatitis.

Christopher Bunick, MD, PhD, expands on how clinicians can personalize treatment plans for each patient.

Christopher Bunick, MD, PhD, reviews benchmarks for optimal outcomes in patients with atopic dermatitis and compares treatments available.

A dermatology expert reviews the role of barrier function in AD and outlines available treatments, emphasizing the importance of moisturizing and rapid options when appropriate, as well as the efficacy of rapid systemic treatments in patients when appropriate.

Alexandra Golant, MD, delves into the prevalence and profound influence of hand and foot involvement in her patients, shedding light on the significant burden it imposes on their quality of life.

Researchers shared details of a noninvasive technique that detects abnormal inflammatory cytokine profiles in the skin of asymptomatic infant patients who subsequently develop AD.

Today officially marks 7 years since the US FDA approved dupilumab for the treatment of atopic dermatitis. Here's a look back at its approval timeline and all it has accomplished in the dermatology world in the time since.

Raj Chovatiya, MD, PhD, dissects the nomenclature of atopic dermatitis and shares the importance of understanding other conditions under the eczema umbrella.

Raj Chovatiya, MD, PhD, gives an overview of what all clinicians need to know about the updated atopic dermatitis guidelines published by the American Academy of Dermatology including approaches with systemic therapies, which therapeutic modalities to prioritize, and patient considerations to guide decision-making.

Late-breaking data demonstrating the sustained improvements was presented at the American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting.

Peter Lio, MD, explains the importance of having a wide-range of solutions and how he incorporates alternative approaches alongside conventional medicine.

Peter Lio, MD, expands on dosing considerations to treat atopic dermatitis with involvement on the hands and feet for different ages, weights, lifestyles, and more.