Pediatric Dermatology

Philadelphia - Atopic dermatitis is a chronic or chronically recurring, usually pruritic and clinically variable skin disease associated with atopy.

Philadelphia - Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) and basal cell carcinoma (BCC) are just two examples of non-melanoma skin cancer.

San Diego - Using a dermoscope can help dermatologists diagnose melanomas that don't exhibit classic warning signs, says an expert.

National report - Employing physician extenders (physician assistants and nurse practitioners) may help dermatologists meet the existing high demand for their specialty care.

Oral isotretinoin, hormonal agents and photodynamic therapy all are effective modalities for acne treatment that work through the sebaceous gland - yet caveats apply to each.

Scottsdale, Ariz. - Ipsen and Medicis have announced they will not pursue an agreement to commercialize Ipsen's Reloxin (botulinum toxin type A) outside the United States, Canada and Japan.

Beer-Sheva, Israel - A new gene associated with psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis has been identified by a research group at Ben-Gurion University.

Winston-Salem, N.C. - One night, Dr. Steven Feldman woke up in a hotel bed and had a "Eureka!" moment.

Cleveland – Dermatology Times has won a Gold Triangle Award from the American Academy of Dermatology for the article, "Bogus Botox sounds wake-up call" appearing in the February 2005 issue. The article, written by Senior Staff Correspondent John Jesitus, explored the proliferation of knock-off Botox and its untoward effects on patients. The article included dermatologists' opinions on the problem and how Allergan, Botox's manufacturer, was helping keep pure product in the market.

Stem cell research is among the "one or two paradigm-changing medical breakthroughs" that may occur in a lifetime, and it's vitally needed to bring hope to millions, says Ron Reagan, son of the late President Ronald Reagan. Mr. Reagan addressed the Friday morning plenary session at the American Academy of Dermatology's Academy '06, couching in impassioned and often stinging political commentary his plea for support for stem cell research.

When dealing with topical treatments, dermal fillers and botulinum toxin, an expert advises sticking to products backed by rigorous science and minimizing patients' risks wherever possible.

A novice dermatologist may sometimes have a rough time in diagnosing perioral dermatitis and distinguishing it from its common imitators.

The very recent approval of the quadrivalent human papilloma virus (HPV) virus-like particle vaccine (Gardasil) is the biggest breakthrough in medicine in the 21st century so far because its prevents infection with the virus that is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in women worldwide, says Stephen K. Tyring, M.D., Ph.D.

Treating leg and foot ulcers irrespective of the etiology has always been a mountain to climb for physicians and patients alike.

The most common cause of primary septal panniculitis is erythema nodosum. The clinical and microscopic features causing this disease are well known to the experienced dermatologist. The most common etiologic agents in erythema nodosum include infections (e.g. group A beta hemolytic strep, deep fungal and viral), drugs (e.g. oral contraceptives and sulfonamides), inflammatory bowel disease, sarcoidosis, pregnancy and malignancy.Dr. Robinson-Bostom says that, "We have found new associations concerning the etiologies in erythema nodosum. These include hepatitis C and HIV infections, all trans retinoic acid, echinacea herbal therapy, celiac disease, as well as carcinoid syndrome."

Although competing modalities have stolen some of cryotherapy's thunder, technical advances under development could one day restore cryotherapy's luster, an expert says.

Using a dermoscope can help dermatologists diagnose melanomas that don't exhibit classic warning signs, says an expert

While biologic drugs may not provide a first-line treatment for psoriasis, dermatologists are reaching for them somewhat more readily, an expert says.

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Paris - Lasers and intense pulsed light sources (IPL) are effective for nonablative skin resurfacing of skin changes due to photoaging.

There are only so many hours in the day and you don't want to spend all of them at work. Isn't there a way you can use work time more wisely and get more done without working longer hours?

There are only so many hours in the day and you don't want to spend all of them at work. Isn't there a way you can use work time more wisely and get more done without working longer hours?

On an ongoing basis, our office receives denials from managed care plans stating that repair codes are bundled or "incidental to" the excision codes.

New York - Hyaluronic acid (HA) products' success rests on the ability of this compound to provide effective, long-lasting treatments, says an expert.

It is valid to ask how serious the issue of frivolous physician malpractice claims is. Unfortunately, there is a dearth of good data on this issue.

Paris - Lasers and intense pulsed light sources (IPL) are effective for nonablative skin resurfacing of skin changes due to photoaging.

New Orleans - Dermatologists rarely use any facial rejuvenation procedure in a vacuum.

Boston - A teledermatology pilot program here is making acne patients' follow-up visits easier and their dermatologists' workflow more efficient, the program's director tells Dermatology Times.

All patients in the trial had stage IV melanoma; 12, or 86 percent, had visceral metastases.