Medical Dermatology
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New consensus guide on rare drug hypersensitivity reaction
To support clinicians in diagnosing and managing DRESS, a steering committee conducted a literature review to examine current research, identify...
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Hidradenitis suppurativa: Two anti-IL17A/F therapies yield positive results
Two biologics that inhibit both IL-17A and 17F effectively controlled hidradenitis suppurativa in phase 3 trials.
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Prurigo nodularis diagnosis delay in skin of color gains added significance
Given the expanding array of therapies, the message of considering prurigo nodularis in Black patients in order to accelerate the time to...
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An 88-year-old Black woman presented with 3 months duration of asymptomatic, violaceous patches on the left breast
The patient's history is significant for breast cancer.
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More phase 3 data support use of nemolizumab for prurigo nodularis
"Now I hope you understand why we are so excited," said lead investigator Sonja Ständer, MD.
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FDA approves second treatment for adults with hidradenitis suppurativa
Secukinumab was previously approved by the FDA for treatment of moderate to severe plaque psoriasis in adults, and several other indications.
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Review finds no CV or VTE risk signal with use of JAK inhibitors for skin indications
Of the 35 trials studied, most involved patients with atopic dermatitis.
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Multicenter study aims to find new treatments for hidradenitis suppurativa
The effort includes collection of biospecimens for translational studies to drive drug development.
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Teledermatology model takes hold with grants to underserved areas
George Washington University’s successful teledermatology clinic will serve as model for programs in Los Angeles, Oregon, Miami, and Philadelphia...
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Researchers link two genes to Raynaud’s disease
The discovery will hopefully lead to new therapeutic avenues for the condition, experts say.
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A 42-year-old woman presented with a few days of erosions on her buccal mucosa, tongue, and soft palate
The patient had no other lesions on the rest of her body and was given high-dose corticosteroids with no resolution.