Contact Dermatitis Archives - Dermatology Advisor

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Allergic Contact Dermatitis Most Frequent in Patients With Affected Areas Adjacent to the Scalp

By

Brandon May

October 7, 2020

Patients with scalp involvement and their patch testing outcomes were characterized in this study analyzing allergic contact dermatitis.

General Dermatology

Update on Diagnosis, Treatment Options for Palmoplantar Pustulosis

By

Brandon May

September 16, 2020

The diagnosis, screening, and treatment in patients with palmoplantar pustulosis is explored in a review of the rare dermalogic disease.

Aesthetic Medicine

Avoiding Tattooing Risks

By

Brandon May

July 17, 2020

Dermatologists play a key role in detecting patients at risk for complications from tattooing.

General Dermatology

EADV Recommendations to Support QoL in Dermatologic Patients During Pandemic

By

Brandon May

July 13, 2020

The EADV Task Force on Quality of Life and Patient Oriented Outcomes released a position statement on QoL issues in dermatology patients during COVID-19.

AAD 2020

Hand Sanitizer List Beneficial for Avoiding Occupational Contact Dermatitis

By

Madeline Morr

June 19, 2020

A practical guide of no- and low-allergen hand sanitizers for healthcare workers and patients affected by occupational contact dermatitis requiring allergen avoidance has been created.

Dermatitis

Preventing Skin Reactions to PPE, Hand Washing

By

Brandon May

June 1, 2020

The European Task Force on Contact Dermatitis has set forth steps to prevent and treat cutaneous reactions from COVID-19 personal precautions.

Dermatitis

Allergic Contact Dermatitis Patch Test Series Updated With 9 New Allergens

By

Brandon May

May 27, 2020

An updated facial series reflects findings from a multicenter review of allergen patch testing results.

Seborrheic dermatitis, which is one of the most common skin manifestations of HIV, has been reported in 85% to 95% of people positive for HIV vs 3% to 5% of uninfected persons.7 Its etiology remains unknown, but it most commonly manifests when CD4 counts drop to ≤550 cells/µL and worsens with CD4 count declines, making it a useful marker of disease progression.2,7 Risk is also increased in men, individuals with oily skin, and in climates with cold, dry winter air.7 Recurrences are common and stress can trigger a flare-up.8 Seborrheic dermatitis is characterized by itchy reddish or pink patches of skin with concomitant greasy-looking white or yellowish flakes or scales.8 It typically affects the scalp and face, but may also involve the ears, chest, upper back, axillae, and groin.8

General Dermatology

Optical Coherence Tomography Distinguishes Between Different Inflammatory Scalp Disorders

By

Brandon May

April 7, 2020

Optical coherence tomography is a less invasive method that can aid in the diagnosis of inflammatory scalp disorders, especially those with overlapping symptoms.

Dermatitis

Atopy Patch Test With Aeroallergens for Allergen Diagnosis in Patients With AD

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Dermatology Advisor Contributing Writer

March 19, 2020

An atopy patch test with aeroallergens could be a beneficial clinical tool to help increase correct diagnosis of allergens in patients with allergic skin and respiratory diseases.

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General Dermatology

Off-Label Prescribing in Dermatology

By

Tori Rodriguez, MA, LPC, AHC

February 28, 2020

The off-label use of treatments is especially prevalent in dermatology as the need for effective therapies outpaces the approval process. Experts discuss the most commonly employed treatments, the ethical implications of off-label use, and the need for patient education.