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May 16th 2024
These data highlight the effects of psoriasis on the mental health of adolescents in Denmark.
Patients with Alopecia Areata Show Higher Prevalence of Autoimmune, Inflammatory Diseases
Alopecia areata patients had higher rates of diseases including psoriasis, allergic rhinitis, asthma, and atopic dermatitis, highlighting the burden of comorbidities on patients in the US.
Early Guselkumab for Psoriasis: Increased Super-Responder Likelihood in Short Disease Duration
Early intervention was shown to lead to better clinical responses, results which could translate to long-term improvements in psoriasis and sustained maintenance of response after withdrawal.
Strong Long-Term Trial Data for Adalimumab Observed for HS Patients in Real World Settings
In the results of this final analysis, the hidradenitis suppurativa drug was found to be well tolerated in patients regardless of either differing demographics or clinical characteristics.
4 Psoriasis Biosimilars Showing No Major Differences with Originators in Efficacy, Safety
These 4 treatments and their biosimilars show no significant differences, though future studies may be necessary to assess long-term efficacy and safety of biosimilars in treating psoriasis.
Psoriasis Found to Exhibit Altered Cellular Clusters, Higher Gene Activity in Metabolic Pathways
This new research into psoriasis and its systemic effects and comorbidities may be used to identify the mechanisms which affect skin inflammation in a single area and effects on other organs.
Increased Risk of Venous Thromboembolism Identified in Individuals with Atopic Dermatitis
New data indicating this connection suggests a need for clinicians to take into account cardiovascular examination for patients with both the skin disorder and symptoms suggestive of incident venous thromboembolism.
Global Prevalence of Psoriasis, MS, Other Autoimmune Diseases Higher in America, Europe
Research into global prevalence rates of autoimmune conditions such as multiple sclerosis and psoriasis highlights important information for future research and medical resource allocation.
Higher Risk of Autoimmune, Other Disorders Associated with Children of Mothers with Alopecia Areata
New data indicates that increased risk for offspring in developing different disorders is associated with maternal alopecia areata exposure, expanding the available information on alopecia and maternal autoimmunity.
Spironolactone Found to Be Effective Alternative to Oral Antibiotics for Women with Acne
New data indicates the usefulness of spironolactone as an alternative to oral antibiotics for women in the UK with acne vulgaris, given increasing resistance to antibiotics due to widespread use.