Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) is often described as ‘the worst disease you’ve never heard of,’ and the young sufferer of this condition are referred to as ‘butterfly children’ because their skin is said to be fragile as the wings of butterflies. A potential new topical treatment option, in phase 3 trials, could help to change the EB treatment landscape.
Clinicians now have a better understanding of rosacea from its potential pathogeneses to the systemic diseases associated with the condition. Learn more
Even the most brilliant physicians often lack the capacity to see inside their own heads or view themselves as others see them. They may neglect or fail to notice the obvious: Burnout, violation of boundaries, depression, anger, substance abuse. Or they may understand they’re in trouble, but fear letting anyone know about their struggles. Help is available when physicians need a path back to professional health. Learn more
Up to 90% of young victims present with cutaneous findings; however, only 8% of the 90% of skin abnormalities due to child abuse are pathognomonic. The diagnosis of child abuse should be evaluated by a multidisciplinary team of expert specialists. Learn what to look for.
We’re looking back on what made the biggest impacts on dermatology in 2015. This is what your peers had to say.
What do your colleagues predict will be the specialty’s game-changers in 2016? Here is what some said they are most looking forward to in the coming year.
When routine skin injuries such as mild burns, skin tears, uncomplicated stasis ulcers and minor post-operative wound complications become a routine part of the wound care center purview and are no longer considered a part of what dermatologists can do or wish to do, the dermatology discipline shrinks further toward a marginalized specialty. Learn more
The stories of the heroes behind these and other dermatologic therapeutic discoveries are recounted in the book To Heal the Skin: The Heroes Behind Discoveries in Dermatology edited by the late Stuart Maddin, M.D., F.R.C.P.C., professor emeritus at the University of British Columbia (UBC) in Vancouver, Canada, and a leader and pioneer in dermatology in Canada and internationally, and Eileen Murray, M.D., F.R.C.P.C., a dermatologist and adjunct professor at UBC. Learn more
Even with relatively recent advances such as immunohistochemical staining and molecular analysis, experts say, pediatric dermatopathology relies heavily on clinical correlation.
Common mistakes related to pediatric biopsies include using the wrong biopsy technique or transfer medium, sending inadequate samples and omitting the child's age.
Expert offers colleagues insight about the runner’s mentality on sunscreen and best practices for educating your local community
Transparent bioadhesive nanoparticles may offer alternative sun safety technology without the chemical exposure; questions remain
A newly approved medication called sonidegib (Odomzo) gives physicians a second option in a class of medications designed to treat a small number of patients who suffer from locally advanced basal cell carcinoma and meet other criteria. Learn more
Beware of the rare, ask questions of the littlest patients, and make sure to treat children as individuals with unique needs.
Dermatology Times editorial advisor, Dr. Elaine Siegfried continues the discussion on isotretinoin with Jim Leyden, M.D., emeritus professor of dermatology at the University of Pennsylvania. In this final segment, the two discuss whether a waiting period is necessary before treating acne scars and the questionable existence of pityrosporum folliculitis.
Because mole melanocytes have high levels of p15 while it’s depleted in melanomas, knowing P15 status may in the future help clinicians better diagnose ambiguous biopsies.
New research indicates that treatment results for patients with mild-to-moderate acne might be better with combinations of light colors with photodynamic therapy (PDT).
New and exciting topical and oral therapeutic agents and those still in the pipeline are slated to revolutionize acne therapy, as they appear to more effectively improve the clinical symptoms of acne.
In the midst of a changing healthcare climate, increased patient loads, new technologies, dermatologists are feeling the stress. Is there one particular pain point that is more important than another? You tell us and we’ll share the collected, anonymous responses in an upcoming post!
The connection between emotional stress and skin disease is clear enough, an expert says, that it makes sense to recommend stress relief for patients who say their inflammatory skin disease flares under duress.
There’s nothing quite like curling up with a good book, especially during the cold winter months. Dermatologists on Dermatology Times’ editorial board shared the recent books they said might make great holiday reads.
With 2015 coming to a close and Thanksgiving around the corner, we asked Dermatology Times editorial board members and fellow dermatologists what makes them grateful, when they look back on the year. Here’s what they had to say.
People who have autoimmune diseases, including psoriasis, who get incident herpes zoster have a 50 percent increased stroke risk within a month of developing shingles, according to a new study.
Topical 90 percent medical grade kanuka honey and 10 percent glycerin may be an effective rosacea treatment, according to a study.
Most of our normal skin-resident viruses reside in our skin bacteria, but may affect health via their influence on the microbiome.
In part three of the discussion on isotretinoin, our experts discuss distinguishing sinus tracts or keratinous cysts from nodular areas of inflammation and techniques for treating via intralesional injection.
The treatment and management of acne and rosacea in patients with skin of color can be tricky and it behooves the astute clinician to be wary of the pitfalls and challenges associated with treatment.
Learn more and explore several alternatives for treating warts and molluscum.
Study finds an association between excess weight loss post bariatric surgery and symptomatic improvement in cases of severe psoriasis. Learn more
The ASDS, AAD, and other dermatology societies offer a wide variety of resources and programs that dermatologists can implement and get involved in to prevent skin cancer in their communities.