Acne
Original Research
Acne Treatment: Analysis of Acne-Related Social Media Posts and the Impact on Patient Care
Many patients use social media as a source of medical information on dermatologic diseases. Social media offers accessible methods of...
Cosmetic Dermatology
Update on Acne Scar Treatment
Acne vulgaris and postacne scarring are common in the general population. Even after lesions have resolved, scarring can lead...
Commentary
Economic Stewardship in Acne Management
We are fortunate to have plentiful acne treatment options available that cater to each patient’s clinical examination, predispositions, and...
Original Research
Diet and Dermatology: Google Search Results for Acne, Psoriasis, and Eczema
It is difficult to regulate the abundance of medical information that is available to patients on the Internet. This...
From the Journals
Guidelines-based intervention improves pediatrician management of acne
There were fewer referrals to dermatologists, more retinoid prescriptions, and fewer topical clindamycin prescriptions.
Conference Coverage
Texas pharmacies restrict access to morning-after pill
TORONTO – Despite federal legislation stating otherwise, almost half of Texas pharmacies restrict access to levonorgestrel based on age and put up...
Cosmeceutical Critique
Skin care product layering affects efficacy and outcomes of regimens
Improper choice and layering of skin care formulations reduces efficacy and increases the risk of side effects resulting in reduced patient...
Under My Skin
Absurdity
As the old comedian Henny Youngman might have said: Take my prior authorizations. Please!
Daily News Podcast
MDedge Daily News: How smartphones could battle oral cancer
And what FDA panel speakers may be hiding.
From the Journals
Twin study highlights environmental factors that may aggravate acne
The study results also support previous studies indicating that “acne is largely attributable to genetics.”
Conference Coverage
Hormonal contraception boosts breast cancer risk
KAUAI, HAWAII – Why one acne expert won’t change his treatment regimen.