Pediatric Dermatology

Intermediate dosing of agent may enhance distant metastatis-free intervalfor high-risk patients

Among under-application, missed spots, underestimating exposure, and using too low SPF, the biggest culprit of sunscreen failure is infrequent application

Compression remains vital form of management

Aging may be unavoidable, but timely treatment and prevention can keep skin healthy

Immunotherapy with topically applied dinitrochlorobenzeneis a widely underutilized, safe, and effective treatment for warts,

Gatifloxacin, a newfluoroquinolone widely used for respiratory tract infections, was discoveredto have a spectrum of activity

System boasts benefits of standardizing research study design andanalysis, serves as diagnostic reference

Selection of a product formulated without alcoholis recommended to maximize efficacy of topical corticosteroid treatmentin Asian patients

Systemic, topical corticosteroid-induced adverse effects may be mitigatedby barrier repair therapy

Psychologist recommends treatment with selective serotonin reuptakeinhibitors rather than topicals

Investigators can select individuals for research

The underlying causes of psoriasis may includethe action of nerve growth factor and other neurological peptides,

The FDA approved a supplemental new drug application on valacyclovir (Valtrex), allowing a shorter course of treatment

Use of the antidepressant bupropion (Wellbutrin) appearsto be associated with the development of erythema multiforme,

Understanding of biochemical pathways could form foundation of new class of gene-based agents

Patients who prefer topical treatment may find benefit in 0.1 percent gel

Interferon, imiquimod, resiquimod take extra step in eliminating viralinfections from body

Photosensitivity ratings in Florida similar to other locations, although avoidance of sun still strongly reinforced

So, what's my liability for her melanoma?

Warnings of the dangers of isotretinoin use in pregnant women are failing

Berlex Laboratories is offering a money-backguarantee program for patients using its azelaic

Patients, physicians must be aware of serious toxicity risks

Washington - A ceramide-dominant barrier repair moisturizer (TriCeram) is a valuable adjuvant in the treatment of atopic dermatitis, according to the results of a study presented by University of California, San Francisco dermatology researchers at the annual meeting of the Society for Investigative Dermatology.

San Francisco - Molecular definition of cancer antigens has opened new possibilities for developing effective adjuvant melanoma immunotherapies, according to Steven A. Rosenberg, M.D., Ph.D.

Washington - A conditioned, growth factor-containing nutrient solution derived from the manufacture of bioengineered skin appears to be a unique, effective topical treatment for rejuvenation of cutaneous photodamage, according to studies presented at the annual meeting of the Society for Investigative Dermatology.