Dermatology

Skin Disease a Major Threat in Post-flood Pakistan

An expert in tropical dermatology and infectious skin diseases from the University of Chicago discusses the outbreak of skin disease in Pakistan.

New research indicates that celecoxib may help prevent some non-melanoma skin cancers in patients who have pre-cancerous actinic keratoses lesions.

Swelling, Itching, Eczema? Should We Blame Cell Phones?

Seen an increase in the number of patients presenting with skin lesions on their face? Maybe you should ask them about their cell phone habits.

American Academy of Dermatology Position Statement on Isotretinoin

Updated AAD position statement addresses studies showing possible link between isotretinoin use and depression and/or inflammatory bowel disease.

Link between Autoimmune Skin Disease and Neurologic Disorders

Study finds link between autoimmune skin disease and several neurologic disorders, including dementia, MS, epilepsy, and Parkinson's disease.

Survey Reveals Surprising Data about Use of Skin Antisepsis

Although healthcare professionals rank guidelines as a key consideration for selecting products for skin antisepsis, many don't necessarily follow this advice.

FDA Committee Approves First Drug in 50 Years for Lupus

Lupus patients may soon receive access to a new drug to treat the condition.

Dermatologist to Patients: Give Up Copyright as a Condition of Service

Is a Minneapolis dermatology clinic requiring patients who seek treatment to sign over the copyright to everything treatment-related they post online?

Style Advice for People with Psoriasis

Tim Gunn, Pfizer, and Amgen teamed up to offer style and fashion advice for patients who have been diagnosed with psoriasis.

World Psoriasis Day Focuses on Childhood Obesity

On World Psoriasis Day, IPC announces initiative to study childhood obesity and psoriasis link.

Hot on the Trail of New Treatments for Autoimmune Diseases

Researchers discover four DNA

From the Literature: Atopic Dermatitis

Review the recently published results of three studies that looked at atopic dermatitis in clinical practice.

Simponi Use Expected to Grow

A survey reveals that rheumatologists and dermatologists expect to increase their use of Centocor Ortho Biotech's Simponi .

Work It: Skin Cancer Finally Gets a Close-up

Image researchers from RENCI and UNC are pioneering an effort to formally quantify and document melanoma in all its sizes, shapes, and severities.

Skin Lesions May Be Aggressive Tumors-in-Waiting

Breast cancer patients are at heightened risk for a cancer that orgininates in the lining of the blood vessels, and researchers may have found a precursor.

Does Vitamin D Production Play a Role in Fat Malabsorption?

Boston University researchers are recruiting Chron's and gastric bypass patients on which to test a fluorescent lamp capable of producing vitamin D in the skin.

DNA Samples Released For Future Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis Studies

DNA samples from the National Psoriasis Victor Henschel BioBank will be released for the first time for use in research, according to a press release.

Patients with Psoriasis Face Higher Risk of Depression and Anxiety

New research suggests that patients with psoriasis appear to have an increased risk of depression, anxiety and suicidality.

Beer Consumption Linked to Psoriasis in Women

Research shows that frequent consumption of beer is associated with increased risk of psoriasis in women.

New Genetic Test Will Enable Early Detection — and Treatment — of Psoriatic Arthritis

A new genetic test that can detect the presence of psoriatic arthritis (PsA) was launched on Tuesday, September 15, that may enable physicians to administer early treatment, lessening joint damage and decreasing inflammation, therefore reducing symptoms.

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