While there are biologics and systemic agents designed to control the severe form of plaque psoriasis, few treatments work as well in moderate plaque psoriasis. Apremilast may be a game changer.
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Watch for comorbid neurologic conditions in patients with pemphigus
Dementia, epilepsy, and Parkinson disease are twice as common in patients with pemphigus than in matched controls, researchers report in JAMA Dermatology.
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Detecting melanoma before it becomes invasive
Newly discovered dermoscopy features differentiate melanoma in situ from benign lesions, shows a study in JAMA Dermatology.
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Conversation starter
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Clinical photography dos and don’ts
The need for clear images of cutaneous conditions is more critical in dermatology than perhaps any other specialty. In this article, we feature the photography of Dr. Justin Finch who leads the clinical photography program in dermatology at the University of Connecticut Health Center in Farmington, Conn. Dr. Finch shares his photography tips in this “How To” guide.
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FDA moves to regulate medicines produced in bulk
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a draft guidance in March proposing to regulate medicines that are produced in bulk by compounding pharmacies.
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Opinion: Time to Manage ‘Clinically Superfluous’ Drug Products to Control Costs
PBMs are in a unique position to leverage three critical tools to protect patients from unnecessary healthcare costs.
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Gene identified as having a role in suppressing atopic dermatitis
The transcription factor “retinoid-related orphan receptor-alpha” (RORA) has been identified as a regulator of T regulatory (Treg) genes responsible for suppressing allergic skin inflammation, researchers report.
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Recurrent cellulitis treatment can be complex
While antibiotics are a proven effective treatment for recurrent cellulitis, the effect wears off after treatment which is often done on an inpatient basis. There is little support for ongoing research in this area, researchers report.
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