Dermatology

A clinician updates the conventional wisdom on acne’s variations in patients of color, offering pearls from her practice and practical takeaways from recent research.

The American Academy of Dermatology’s survey finds more Americans say sun protection is more important than 5 years ago, but don’t understand how to protect themselves.

There is a theory that professional acne care can be effective not only in decreasing clinical signs but also in improving quality of life.

A multicenter investigation provides information on the prevalence and incidence of patchy hair loss in children, also known as alopecia areata.

The education on how to treat patients with skin issues in this group needs to be expanded so physicians can better treat their patients.

Diaper dermatitis is common and the differential diagnosis is broad. Here are 5 cases that illustrate the various diagnoses that fall within this spectrum.

What role will digital therapeutic agents have in the coming years of atopic dermatitis treatment? It’s still being studied, but Jonathan Silverberg, MD, reviewed an interventional study that may provide key insights into what’s to come.

It's a hallmark of atopic dermatitis, but isn't always easy to assess. A presentation at the Revolutionizing Atopic Dermatitis meeting looks at available tools.

An abstract presented at the Revolutionizing Atopic Dermatitis meeting discussed the impact of treatment with dupilumab on the quality of life for children aged 6 months to 5 years with atopic dermatitis, as well as their caregivers.

Dr. Paller discusses the findings of the clinical trial examining the long-term effects of ixekizumab for treating psoriasis in children.

In a presentation at the recent AAD annual meeting, Diane M. Thiboutot, MD, discusses the potential risks of antibiotic resistance in acne management.

Phototherapy is a typical first-line therapy for jaundice. A recent study examines whether the use alters neoplasm risk.

In a presentation at the 2022 American Academy of Dermatology annual meeting, experts discussed differential diagnoses and clinical presentations in birthmarks and hamartomas.

A session at the 2022 American Academy of Dermatology annual meeting, discusses updates in new therapies, clinical pearls, and potential co-morbidities.

Determining the cause of a child's rash is important to proper diagnosis and management. Allergic contact dermatitis and eczema are 2 of most common causes.

Acne, molluscum, atopic dermatitis, and other dermatological disorders can be detrimental to quality of life for children and their families.

Specific genetic variations could be key in identifying acne risk far before the signs arise.

What is the relationship between mental disorders and atopic dermatitis? Investigators from a recent study endeavored to find out.

An article in examines if any changes have been made to the diversity of dermatologic clinical trials conducted from 2010 to 2015 compared to 2015 to 2020.

A healthy 4-year-old boy presents with painful deep-seated bumps on the front of his right leg. He also complains of a sore throat for the last 4 days. What's the diagnosis?

A 5-month-old girl with a large scalp infantile hemangioma (IH), present since 6 weeks of age, is evaluated in the emergency department for lethargy and pallor.

The US Food and Drug Administration has given Priority Review to the supplemental Biologics License Application for the use of Dupixent® as an add-on maintenance treatment for moderate-to-severe dermatitis in children aged 6 months to 5 years.

A healthy 14-year-old boy presented at our dermatology practice with acute onset of an intensely itchy rash that first appeared 2 months prior.

How to prevent, minimize, and treat maskne