Derm Dx: Itchy Rash Following an Injection
A woman presents with an itchy rash on her arm that she reports developed after receiving a subcutaneous injection of a biologic agent.
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Derm Dx: Pruritic, Erythematous Papules and Nodules
A man presents with multiple erythematous papules and nodules on his chest, arms, and upper back.
Derm Dx: Asymptomatic Plaque on the Jaw
A fair-skinned, elderly woman presents for evaluation of a skin lesion on her left jaw.
Hand Hygiene and Skin Disorders in the Age of COVID-19
For insights on the effect of more vigilant personal hand hygiene and guidance on how best to maintain these practices while addressing concerns about skin disorders, we spoke with Joel Schlessinger, MD, a board-certified dermatologic surgeon.
Link Between Atopic Dermatitis and Increased Risk for Asthma Strengthened
Patients with atopic dermatitis have a greater than 25% mean prevalence of asthma, which physicians should be cognizant of and address.
Structural Entheseal Lesions Associated With Increased Risk for Psoriatic Arthritis
The role of mechanoinflammation in the pathogenesis of psoriatic disease and the presence of entheseal lesions as predictors of the onset of clinical joint disease gain support in a new study.
FDA: Studies Underway to Evaluate Chloroquine for COVID-19
The FDA announced that it is working closely with other government agencies and academic centers to investigate the potential use of chloroquine for the treatment of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).
Low-Dose Methotrexate Associated With Increased Risk for Certain Adverse Events
Researchers investigated rates, risk, and risk differences of adverse events in patients receiving low-dose methotrexate compared with placebo.
Indoor Tanning Use Significantly Associated With Psoriasis Diagnosis
A significant association between indoor tanning frequency and a diagnosis of psoriasis was noted; physicians should caution their patients with psoriasis against the use of non-medical indoor tanning as a therapy.
Ixekizumab Does Not Increase the Risk for UTIs in Patients With Psoriasis
The reported UTI IR with IXE is low and that those patients who do experience UTI were most likely predisposed based on known risk factors.
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