Dermatology Times, September 2018 (Vol. 39, No. 9)

September 13, 2018

Dermatologists should consider using the diuretic drug spironolactone to treat acne in women instead of antibiotics, researchers report. 

September 13, 2018

Study of 144 female students shows that stress may increase acne severity.

September 13, 2018

Pennsylvania Dermatology Partners tells its story of technological support and success.

September 12, 2018

Discordance between increase in billed procedures vs increase in number of patients.

September 12, 2018

It is only recently that continued research has led to significant advances in numerous immune-based drugs that can successfully be used in patients with advanced melanoma (stage III and IV).

September 12, 2018

Until the approval of Eskata (hydrogen peroxide) for the treatment of raised seborrheic keratosis back in December, there was no FDA-approved treatment for this condition. Learn the latest in this article.

September 12, 2018

Researchers writing in JAMA Dermatology report that patients diagnosed with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) are at a higher risk for having or developing Crohn’s disease (CD).

September 12, 2018

Topical rapamycin significantly improves facial angiofibromas secondary to tuberous sclerosis complex, according to data from a 6-month randomized placebo-controlled study.

September 12, 2018

Physicians throughout the country are recruiting patients for two phase three clinical trials of cantharidin for the treatment of molluscum contagiousum. a viral skin condition.

September 12, 2018

Ortho Dermatologics announced in August that it resubmitted a new drug application to the FDA for DUOBRIITM1, a lotion for the treatment of plaque psoriasis.

September 12, 2018

PharmaTimes reported in August that the Spanish company Almirall acquired Allergan’s U.S. dermatology portfolio for $650 million.

September 12, 2018

In October, the Food and Drug Administratin is expected to decide on the approval of omadacycline (Paratek Pharmaceuticals) for the treatment of acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections, and community-acquired bacterial pneumonia.

September 12, 2018

September 12, 2018

In this month's Cosmetic Conundrums column, Dr. Draelos addresses “tight skin,” the use of menthol in skin care products and over-the-counter itch relieving products.

September 12, 2018

WE medical trip to India ends in eye-opening lessons learned.

September 12, 2018

Helping a dermatopathologist diagnose neoplasms and infections of the foot requires not only taking adequate samples, but in many cases, sending clinical photographs with them.

September 12, 2018

The new Thermage FLX adds speed and ease of use to the only monopolar radiofrequency (RF) device FDA-cleared for use on body and facial locations, including the eyelids, with a single treatment.

September 11, 2018

One hurdle in treating patients, particularly children and teens, is ensuring compliance with treatment protocols. It can feel like an uphill battle, but there are things you can do to improve your patients’ adherence level.

September 07, 2018

The September 2018 issue of Dermatology Times includes a special supplment on treating acne scarring. It highlights some of the latest advances in treating patients who suffer from this condition.

September 07, 2018

A new Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services plan for payment for evaluation and management services (E/M) has been proposed and CMS is currently accepting comments through 5 p.m., Sept. 10. The new rules would apply to all E/M services delivered after Jan. 1, 2019.

September 06, 2018

While claims don’t always lead to court cases, they can lead to stress, says Stephen E. Wolverton, M.D., a dermatologist with Indiana University Health in Bloomington, Ind. Learn more about managing the stress associated with malpractice claims.

September 06, 2018

False eyelashes and hair extensions could become a problem if it becomes representative of the “ideal” woman.

August 31, 2018

Introducing a new column called "Innovation" from the co-founders of Advancing Innovation in Dermatology Accelerator Fund. In the first installment of this series, Drs. Steve Xu and William Ju address the importance of innovation in dermatology.

August 29, 2018

As dermatologists become increasingly aware of comorbidities associated with psoriasis, questions of associated malignancy risk remain. Dr. Megan Noe emphasizes the need for skin cancer checks.

August 13, 2018

“As dermatologists, we are trained in managing acne. We can provide early and effective treatment that improves the physical and psychological effects. It is up to us to bridge the gap between those suffering from acne and their access to medical treatment." 

August 13, 2018

Researchers writing in the Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology outline 10 treatments for acne scarring, plus possible future treatments.

August 10, 2018

Mapping the human genome for chronic itch holds the potential to develop targeted therapy for atopic dermatitis and psoriasis itch, a study shows.

August 10, 2018

Study shows that blocking IL-13 improves atopic dermatitis ― a promising finding for IL-13 atopic dermatitis drugs in development.

August 08, 2018

Solid organ transplant recipients experience an average of two cutaneous squamous cell carcinomas following their transplant.

August 06, 2018

Two to three months of neoadjuvant topical imiquimod, 5%, cream prior to conservatively staged excisions for lentigo maligna (LM) is associated with a low rate of recurrence.

August 06, 2018

Chance of metastasis for cutaneous squamous cell carcinomas of vermillion lip is five times greater than on the cutaneous lip, study shows.

August 01, 2018

Monitoring changes in patients with melanoma can be tricky. Some changes present slowly and in tiny ways. Using imaging technologies to track these changes can help achieve an accurate diagnosis.

July 30, 2018

Frontal fibrosing alopecia is a condition that is increasing in epidemic proportions, says Jerry Shapiro, M.D., in a presentation given at the 2018 AAD Summer Meeting.

July 28, 2018

Nutritional supplements should only be considered for a small subset of patients with alopecia areata, said Dr. Leslie Castelo-Soccio in a presentation from the AAD Summer Meeting.

July 26, 2018

If you’re providing body contouring services to patients, chances are you’re doing it differently than you were a decade ago, according to a presentatin by Dr. Mathew Avram from the 2018 AAD Summer Meeting.

July 16, 2018

Reproductive age women with psoriasis could benefit from an endocrinologist or obstetrician referral before starting systemic therapy.

July 15, 2018

Treatment may offer an alternative to topical retinoid treatments for acne scarring.