Weekly Roundup: October 4-8

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Improve Allergen Diagnosis for Eczema, Contact Dermatitis

Learning to identify some well-disguised drivers of eczema and contact dermatitis can speed patients toward clear or almost clear, according to a presentation at Maui Derm NP+PA Fall 2021.

The Role of Nutritional Inventions in Wound Care

A study in the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery journal investigated the role of nutritional intervention in wound care.

Management of Scarring Alopecia

In his presentation at Maui Derm NP+PA Fall 2021, Jerry Shapiro, MD, FAAD, shared his treatment protocols for lupus erythematosus, lichen planopilaris, folliculitis decalvans, and dissecting cellulitis.

Pediatric Acne: What Signs are Concerning?

Is neonatal acne or infantile acne more worrisome? This question and more were brought up during the Acne and Rosacea Update session at Maui Derm NP+PA Fall 2021.

Grand Rounds in Dermatology: Maui Derm NP+PA Fall 2021

In a grand rounds presentation at the Maui Derm NP+PA Fall 2021 conference, Seemal Desai, MD, FAAD, Raegan Hunt, MD, PhD, Ted Rosen, MD, and Matthew J. Zirwas, MD, discussed some of their challenging cases.

Master the Clues that Mask Malignancy

Case-based observations offered clinicians real-world guidance on distinguishing underlying malignancies in the Therapeutic Hotline session at Maui Derm NP+PA Fall 2021.

Study Investigates Moisturizers Containing Ceramides for Skin Dryness

The investigation of the efficacy of moisturizing ceramide cream vs hydrophilic cream was published in the journal of Dermatologic Therapy.

Current Challenges in Wound Care

An article in the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery journal investigates chronic wound care and the latest news in healing better and faster.

Connecting Skin Diseases and COVID-19

Patients with skin conditions may be more likely to contract the disease but less likely to become severely ill.

Study: Roflumilast Foam Data Announced for both Psoriasis and Seborrheic Dermatitis

Two poster presentations at the EADV 30th annual conference showed the efficacy of roflumilast foam for nonsteroidal treatment of psoriasis or seborrheic dermatitis.

Rosacea Update: Facial Erythema’s Importance

Optimizing rosacea treatment outcomes isn’t only about papules and pustules. Facial erythema needs to be part of an effective management plan.

Study: New Portable Device for At-Home Skin Cancer Treatment

Data from a pilot study on a new prototype photodynamic therapy device for BCC was shown at the EADV Congress.

Survey Finds Almost Half of Europe has a Skin Issue

The EADV has revealed the findings from a recent survey shows almost half of all European adults have a dermatological condition.

Delgocitinib Effective in Treatment of Mild to Moderate Atopic Dermatitis

Delgocitinib is the first and only topical JAK/STAT pathway inhibitor in Japan, and recent data suggests it is effective in the management of atopic dermatitis.

Pointers With Dr Portela: Which Fluid Sunscreen is Best?

In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc compares 3 different fluid sunscreens to decided, in his opinion, which works best.

A Glimpse Inside the NFCMMD Symposium

The 11th annual New Frontiers in Cosmetic Medicine & Medical Dermatology Symposium agenda has been released. Click to see what this meeting has to offer.

Patients with Alopecia Areata at Increased Risk of Thyroid Disease

Investigators also found that patients with alopecia areata were also had significant inflammatory immune injury and vitamin D deficiency when compared to healthy subjects.

The Cutaneous Connection: Episode 32-Understanding Type 2 Inflammation

In this episode, Marc Serota, MD, discusses his research regarding type 2 inflammation, the future of treating it as 1 condition or 2, and more!

Dermatology Times Expands Editorial Advisory Board With Seven New Members

Dermatology Times® welcomes 7 new members to its Editorial Advisory Board

Gear Up for The Science of Skincare Summit

Read this article to see what is being covered at the Science of Skincare annual meeting being held in New York, New York, on November 6, 2021.

Prepare for Cosmetic Bootcamp

The Cosmetic Bootcamp is being held in Chicago, Illinois, December 11, 2021. The agenda for the event contains live patient demos and more.

Study: Truncal Acne Treated by Oral Sarecycline

Two published studies investigated the safety and efficacy of oral sarecycline for the treatment of truncal acne.

Study: What Role Does Diet Have in Acne?

A study investigated the role diet habits have in the development, duration, and severity of acne.