Acne

August 09, 2021

It effects most teenagers and can lead to mental distress. Here are 5 important facts about acne vulgaris in adolescents.

June 16, 2021

More than 90% of respondents to a recent survey expressed concern about acne’s effect on their adolescent’s mental health and social life.

May 19, 2021

A study examined the difference in prescribing patterns between pediatricians and dermatologists when it came to acne treatments.

May 03, 2021

The signs of dermatologic conditions can be different in skin of color. A report offers clinical pearls on how to examine and treat common conditions in skin of color.

November 12, 2020

Dermatologic findings in the age of COVID-19, plus lots more at the 2020 American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference & Exhibition.

October 10, 2016

Physical appearance can have a significant impact on the psychosocial health of children and adolescents, especially with identity and self-esteem.

October 01, 2016

Although pediatric atopic dermatitis and acne have some similarities among children with skin of color and lighter-skinned children, there are important differences when these common skin conditions affect darker skin types.

October 13, 2014

Menstrual irregularity, acne, and other characteristics often seen in adolescent girls may be misdiagnosed as polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS).

October 01, 2014

When it comes to isotretinoin, dermatology experts say, pediatricians should advise parents not to believe everything they read online. Furthermore, patients can't always be relied upon to comply with the birth-control requirements for using the drug.

May 01, 2013

Acne flare-ups in adolescents respond best to treatment when patients and parents understand what acne is, follow their therapy guidelines, and have reasonable expectations about what therapy can achieve.