The HCPLive plaque psoriasis page is a resource for medical news and expert insights on psoriasis. This page features expert-led coverage, articles, videos and research on the therapies and development of treatments for psoriatic disease, and more.
December 1st 2023
This new data adds to the growing body of literature regarding the benefits and risks of prescribing isotretinoin for dermatology patients.
November 22nd 2023
No Clear Evidence Acupuncture Provides Benefit in Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria
November 21st 2023A randomized trial examining acupuncture in people with CSU suggests use of acupuncture could improve UAS7 scores in these patients, but investigators noted this failed to reach the threshold for significance.
Long-term Efficacy Observed in Patients with PsO Receiving Tildrakizumab
Patients with moderate to severe scalp psoriasis treated with tildrakizumab exhibited sustained efficacy through week 52, demonstrating the long-term effectiveness and safety profile of this treatment.
Tapinarof Cream 1% Rapidly Improves Mild to Severe Plaque Psoriasis
Patients with plaque psoriasis, including in intertriginous areas and genitalia, experienced rapid improvement when treated with tapinarof cream 1%, offering an effective and well-tolerated nonsteroidal option for this condition.
Tildrakizumab Significantly Improves Work Productivity in Moderate to Severe Plaque Psoriasis
Tildrakizumab significantly improved work productivity and reduced work activity impairment in patients with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis, highlighting this treatment's quality of life benefits.
Linda Stein Gold, MD: Nonsteroidal Topical Treatment for Psoriasis, Atopic Dermatitis
Linda Stein Gold, MD, discusses the notable transition in topical therapies for both psoriasis and atopic dermatitis, with the introduction of effective FDA-approved nonsteroidal treatments.
What Factors Should Clinicians Consider When Treating Psoriasis in Skin of Color?
Mona Shahriari, MD, and Andrew F Alexis, MD, MPH, discussed the multifaceted considerations dermatologists should weigh when treating patients with skin of color diagnosed with plaque psoriasis.