Pediatric Dermatology

San Francisco - Two research projects have serendipitously led one researcher to a third study - with an unanticipated result.

San Francisco - Supplemental patch testing for allergens not included in TRUE Test is necessary, albeit less convenient, for dermatologists, according to Erin M. Warshaw, M.D.

San Francisco - Diagnosing occupational dermatitis is often a cumbersome task but a seven-point checklist is available to make it less daunting, Denis Sasseville, M.D., said.

San Francisco - According to an analysis of data from more than 700 patients, a new nonsteroid treatment for atopic dermatitis is a safe, effective, and cost-effective alternative to conventional therapy for the chronic, relapsing inflammatory skin disease that primarily affects infants and children.

San Francisco - A randomized, two-center study conducted at the University of Cincinnati and Oregon Health & Science University suggests that topical bexarotene gel (Targretin) 1 percent monotherapy may be a promising new treatment for severe chronic hand dermatitis.

San Francisco -- Results of a study evaluating topical tacrolimus ointment 0.03 percent (Protopic) indicate it is a safe and effective treatment for patients of all ages with mild to moderate atopic dermatitis (AD), John Y M Koo, M.D., said at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology.

Chicago - Fluocinolone acetonide (0.01 percent) in a blend of mineral oils and refined peanut oil is an effective therapy for pediatric atopic dermatitis, even in children with peanut allergy, according to Amy S. Paller, M.D.

San Francisco - A fuller understanding of the pathophysiologic processes of pruritus associated with atopic dermatitis (AD) may yield effective new therapies, Martin Steinhoff, M.D., Ph.D. said at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology.

San Francisco - Bacitracin, the widely used topical antibiotic, has been named "Contact Allergen of 2003."

Maui, Hawaii - Topical anesthetics represent the state-of-the-art for minimizing pain and anxiety in procedures ranging from filler injections and chemical peels to those used in pediatric dermatology, Lawrence F. Eichenfield, M.D., said at the annual Hawaii Dermatology Seminar, sponsored by the Skin Disease Education Foundation.

San Francisco - Etanercept (Enbrel) produces rapid, significant, and sustained improvement in symptoms in patients with moderate to severe psoriasis, according to the results of a large, multicenter Phase III study presented by Alice Gottlieb, MD, Ph.D.

San Francisco - Daily antiviral therapy can prevent transmission of genital herpes simplex virus (HSV-2) from an infected individual to his or her partner, according to Stephen K. Tyring, M.D., Ph.D.

San Francisco - The innate immune system is proving to be key in fighting microbial infections in patients with atopic dermatitis (AD), and understanding this system could lead to new approaches in modulating AD inflammatory responses, John C. Ansel, M.D., said at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology.

Topical immunomodulators (TIMs) have increased the choices of dermatologists in the management of atopic dermatitis. The key to success, according to several experts, is to remind patients that having a safe, long-term treatment is only part of their skincare.

Now, well more than 20 years into this university-based pediatric dermatologic career, I still am astonished at how often my colleagues and I in dermatology, pediatric dermatology, and pediatrics underestimate the psychosocial impact of skin disease on a child and the child's family.

Matching wavelengths to vessel size, depth a must

Different subsurfacing devices yield different results

Nd:YAG laser treats dark-skinned patients with less complications

Darker skin patients show impressive results

San Francisco -The conversation has to go beyond sunscreens when dermatologists counsel patients on photoprotection strategies, Darrell S. Rigel, M.D., said at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology.

San Francisco - Reframing of public-health messages on the risks of UV exposure hopefully will achieve much needed improvements in attitudes and behaviors relating to sun-safety practices, June K. Robinson, M.D., said at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology.

Maui, Hawaii -- Joseph B. Bikowski, M.D., speaking at the annual Hawaii Dermatology Seminar, offered anecdotal information for 15 common facial issues, based on what has worked in his Pittsburgh-area dermatology practice.

San Francisco - Little scientific literature has been published about the use of alternative medicines for dermatologic purposes during pregnancy, but dermatologists need to be aware of at least two therapies that their patients may be using: a cream made from licorice root for the treatment of melasma, and a cream made from gotu cola that may prevent stretch marks, Scott M. Dinehart, M.D.. said.

San Francisco - Monotherapy with tacrolimus 0.1 percent ointment (Protopic) is an effective and generally well-tolerated treatment for moderate to severe chronic red face, Wayne H. Fujita, M.D., said at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology.

As the son of a university president, D. Edgar Allen always knew education was important and that he would get a doctorate of some sort. He didn't know that his choice of medicine would lead him to become involved in the political process -the Utah state senate -to defend assaults on his chosen field.