Current Treatment Strategies for Urticaria
Two experts review their treatment strategies for addressing urticaria in their patients.
All articles by Linda Peckel
Systemic Therapies for the Treatment of Acne
When treatment for acne requires more than topical therapies, systemic treatments may be warranted. John S. Barbieri, MD, discussed with Dermatology Advisor some of the most common mechanisms of acne and how best to address them.
Effects of Obesity on Skin
Obesity has many effects on the skin, and physicians should be aware of the conditions common to their patients in order to diagnosis and treat the dermatoses of obesity.
Sunscreen Use: Recommendations vs Real World
Deficits in use of sunscreen indicate that people pay little attention to the recommendations of health authorities, regardless of their skin type, and underscore an urgent need for targeted public information on its use.
Awareness of Physician Burnout Has Peaked, But What Is the Next Step In Addressing It?
Burnout is thought to be the direct result of occupational demands that consistently outweigh the physical, mental, and psychological abilities of individuals suffering from it.
Lymphomatoid Papulosis: Better Prognosis Than Previously Reported, Yet Associated Malignancies
Although the frequency of associated HM is lower than suggested and the prognosis of most patients with associated HM is excellent, a small subgroup of patients will develop aggressive disease. Patients with LyP also have a higher risk for developing other malignancies.
Patients With Atopic Eczema Report Significantly Varying Healthcare Needs
Identification of patient-specific needs may support personalized, patient-centered care and shared decision making in the treatment of atopic eczema.
Why Neonatal Lupus Erythematosus Should Be Followed Over Longer Term
Cutaneous neonatal lupus erythematosus can exhibit long-term cutaneous residua. Findings underlie the importance of accurate diagnosis, long-term monitoring, and appropriate counseling.
Novel Treatments for Warts Show Promise
Autoimplantation is a suitable approach for patients with multiple warts associated with distant lesions, while MMR injection is ideal for fewer or single warts.
Update on Efficacy of Treatments for Cutaneous Candidiasis
A review finds that fluconazole is the only commercially available evidence-based option for systemic treatment of cutaneous candidiasis.
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