Dermatology Times' Monthly Crossword: August 2025

Welcome to Dermatology Times' Monthly Crossword, where dermatology knowledge meets fun! Each month, we curate a selection of words and terms pulled directly from the latest news in the dermatology world. Whether it's breakthrough treatments, new research findings, or emerging trends, this crossword serves as both a challenge and an opportunity to reinforce your expertise in the field.

For more in-depth insights, don't forget to check out our Weekly Roundup, where we break down the most important stories and updates from the past week. And to stay ahead of the curve and prepare for future crosswords, make sure to follow our content throughout the month.

Try out either our interactive crossword or a static/non-interactive version below.

Interactive Crossword

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Static/Non-Interactive Crossword

Across

3. barrier to care that often delays treatment initiation in hidradenitis suppurativa

4. Hair loss endpoint scored in alopecia trials

6. New sunscreen brand highlighted by Whitney Hovenic, MD, aimed at Gen Z

8. Pop icon who recently discussed a decades-long journey with psoriasis

10. Broad-band light therapy cornerstone for extensive/progressive vitiligo

11. FDA granted Fast Track to this IL-2 pathway biologic for severe alopecia areata

12. gene expression profile test that predicts metastasis and recurrence in high-risk cutaneous SCC

13. Access aid for eczema products discussed in AD safety piece

Down

1. JAK inhibitor showing ≥80% scalp regrowth in Phase 3 UP-AA

2. AbbVie biologic with UnlIMMited data in genital/scalp psoriasis

5. noninvasive sampling technique revealed immune signatures in seborrheic dermatitis

7. JAK-STAT inhibitor that shows promise for vitiligo and discoid lupus

9. Company moving an eczema therapy from case reports into clinical trials