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Daily Derm Times: April 8, 2025
Catch up on dermatology news, highlights, and insights from the past 24 hours.
Kesty Redness Scale Enhances Analysis of Facial Erythema, Study Reports
The Kesty Redness Scale offers a validated, easy-to-use tool to reliably assess facial redness in clinical dermatology.
Oxymetazoline 1% Cream Reduces Erythema in Patients with Rosacea
The product was safe and effective after 4 weeks of topical use, specifically on patients with darker skin types.
Dupilumab Shows No APO Risk During Pregnancy
Compared to untreated patients, dupilumab-treated women showed no increased risk for spontaneous abortion, gestational diabetes, or hypertensive disorders.
Abrocitinib Shows Promise as a Therapy for Netherton Syndrome
A new case report demonstrated the JAK inhibitor’s efficacy at improving disease severity up to 6 months.
Deep Learning Tool Differentiates Keloids From Malignant Lesions Without Dermoscopy
After fine-tuning, the VGG16 convolutional neural network outperformed other deep learning models in 2 of 3 key classification tasks.
Alphyn Doses First Patient in Phase 2b Trial for Zabalafin Hydrogel
Alphyn Biologics has dosed the first patient in a global phase 2b trial of zabalafin hydrogel for mild to moderate atopic dermatitis.
Championing Patient and Consumer Safety in Dermatology
Dermatology Times' Editor in Chief Christopher Bunick, MD, PhD, discusses patient safety in the wake of AAD 2025, focusing on BPO recalls, corticosteroid risks, and JAK inhibitor innovations.
Daily Derm Times: April 7, 2025
Dupilumab Improves DLQI and IGA Scores in Hand and Facial Eczema in Patients With Moderate to Severe AD
Patients reported the face, neck, and inner arms as the most affected body regions before treatment.
Allergic Contact Dermatitis Remains Prevalent, Negatively Impacts Quality of Life
Researchers conducted a comprehensive review of ACD, detailing the condition’s epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, diagnostic approaches, and therapeutic options.
Bridging Medicine and Machine Learning
The guide prepares students to critically engage with AI tools and understand their real-world implications.
Large-Spot, Variable-Pulsed KTP Laser Demonstrates Safety and Efficacy in Port-Wine Birthmarks
Long-pulsed KTP laser showed promise as a safe, effective alternative to PDL for treating port-wine birthmarks over 3 years.
Balancing Safety and Progress in Pediatric AD
Current JAK inhibitors are approved only for those 12 and older, leaving younger patients without access.
Study Reports Efficacy of Tofacinitib in Itch, Skin Infiltration Reduction for Prurigo Nodularis
Tofacitinib showed promise for easing itch and skin symptoms in prurigo nodularis, though effects may lessen over time.
Shaping the Future of Dermatology With Insights From AAD 2025 and Beyond
Explore key takeaways from AAD 2025, rosacea insights, psoriasis updates, and expert interviews in the latest issue of Dermatology Times.
Novel Injection Technique Prevents Sunken Cheek in Masseter Hypertrophy Treatment
The method was safe and effective with high patient satisfaction rates 4 weeks post-injection.
Top 5 Articles of the Week: March 30-April 4
Explore the top headlines of the week including insights on pandemic risks, weight loss medications, and more.
Dermatology Times' Sunday Crossword: April 6, 2025
Test your knowledge of key words and terms associated with dermatology news from the previous week.
The Weekly Roundup: March 31-April 4
In case you missed it, this week we had news about pregnancy-related skin changes, art in clinical spaces, Allergan's upcoming skin quality index, and more.
The Rx Recap: March 30-April 5
This week, we feature top articles from our sister publications on the future of health care, FDA approvals, and more.
Daily Derm Times: April 4, 2025
Bridging the Communication Gap Between Providers and Patients Through the Skin Quality Index
Allergan’s latest initiative hopes to empower both patients and clinicians while advancing industry standards, according to Sherket Peterson, PhD.
Patient Survey Highlights Dissatisfaction and Undertreatment in Hidradenitis Suppurativa Care
A cross-sectional survey revealed that many patients with HS are dissatisfied with treatment options, with gaps in knowledge about FDA-approved therapies.
New Study Compares Infection Risk of AD Systemic Therapies
The study found dupilumab-treated patients had the highest probability of remaining infection-free over 52 weeks.
Allergan Aesthetics' Effort to Create a Unified Vocabulary for Skin Quality
Sherket Peterson, PhD, spoke to Dermatology Times about Allergan’s recent research and plan to launch a universal skin quality index.
The Power of Art in Clinical Spaces
Studies show that exposure to meaningful artwork can lower blood pressure and enhance mental clarity in patients.
Guselkumab Demonstrates Impact on Both Disease Progression and Symptoms in Psoriatic Arthritis
Tremfya is the first IL-23 inhibitor to significantly improve both symptoms and structural damage in active psoriatic arthritis.
Daily Derm Times: April 3, 2025
Reduced Cardiovascular Risk with Biologics in Psoriasis and PsA
Unlike biologics, nonbiologic systemic therapies showed a neutral or slightly increased cardiovascular risk, raising concerns about their long-term safety.