Pediatric Dermatology

Non-genital warts continue to be almost as common as acne in the dermatology practice, according to Dr. Beutner.

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What's the average closing rate for U.S. dermatology practices? Mr. Atwood suspects it could be as low as 10 to 20 percent in some practices.

In a continuing series from Dermatology Times, a panel of pediatric masters discusses treatment options for specific and unusual cases. This third case is that of a 15-month-old male brought in by his mother for management of perianal warts. What are the various treatment options for the child?

Washington -A Canadian study of 515 patients with atopic dermatitis showed that treatment with Elidel cream significantly reduced patients' use of medical resources over the six-month study period and had a positive impact on the quality of life of atopic dermatitis patients in all age groups examined.

Port Charlotte, Fla. - Stephen Chiarello, M.D., is on a mission to bring dermatology into the 21st century.

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Portland, OR - In a small study of bexarotene gel treatment for chronic severe hand dermatitis (HD), the medication achieved both speedy and surprising results. In a 55-patient, phase 1-2 open-label randomized clinical study of the gel, used alone and in combination with one of two steroids, 79 percent of patients on monotherapy achieved clinical improvement of at least 50 percent, and 39 percent reached at least 90 percent clearance.

Better labeling could ease confusion for patients, providers

ACD exerts an appreciable effect on quality of life, especially when it impacts a patient's hands, face, or job.

Despite two decades of warnings and education, not only do millions of Americans worship the sun at this time of year, some people can't get enough of it and are taking their desires for a deeper, darker tan a step further.

Botox manufacturer Allergan Inc.. reports it won a $1.5 million judgment in its trademark infringement and unfair competition suit against Mira Life Group Inc., according to the Associated Press.

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Pimecrolimus offers effective, safe option for hand dermatitis

Several hormones are involved in the abnormal follicular exfoliation that causes acne.

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