Dermatology

Psoriasis Severity Not Affected by Vitamin D Supplementation

Researchers sought to evaluate the effect of vitamin D supplementation on psoriasis severity during the winter.

Presence and Severity of Acne May Correlate With Blood Type

Researchers sought to determine the correlation between the severity of acne vulgaris and ABO blood groups.

Solace Cream Now Available OTC for Eczema Treatment

Resilia Pharmaceuticals has announced the relaunch of Solace Cream for the treatment of signs and symptoms of eczema.

Female Physicians Performing Mohs Surgery Earn Significantly Less Than Male Physicians

Researchers sought to evaluate Medicare reimbursement and clinical activity between men and women dermatologic surgeons.

FDA Clears Patch Therapy to Reduce Excessive Underarm Sweating in Adults

Brella is a single-use disposable patch consisting of a sodium sheet with an adhesive overlay that is applied to a patient’s underarm by a health care provider for up to 3 minutes.

Genital Pruritus Linked to Longer, Costlier Admissions for Psychiatric Care

Researchers sought to examine the associations between type of pruritus disorder with inpatient burden and psychiatric hospitalization.

Targeted Therapies Do Not Increase Cardiovascular Risk in Psoriasis

Researchers sought to investigate the effect of targeted therapies on cardiovascular risk in psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis.

Inhibition of PCSK9 May Prevent Psoriasis Development

Researchers sought to assess whether genetically proxied lipid-lowering medications show clinical utility in psoriasis.

Clascoterone Cream Efficacious and Safe in Patients With Facial Acne Vulgaris

Investigators report results from 2 phase 3 studies evaluating the safety and efficacy of 1% clascoterone cream for the treatment of moderate to severe facial acne.

Cigarette Smoking Identified as Risk Factor for Postmenopausal Psoriasis

A team of investigators sought to determine whether alcohol consumption or cigarette smoking contributed to the risk of developing psoriasis among postmenopausal women.

Dermocosmetic Agent Beneficial for Facial Rosacea

Investigators assessed the efficacy of M89PF, a dermocosmetic agent, for managing rosacea associated with erythema and skin sensitivity as a result of wearing a protective face mask during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Addressing Alcohol Use to Improve Psoriasis Outcomes

This overview provides insight into the alcohol-psoriasis connection and offers recommendations for clinicians when discussing this topic with patients.

Beauty Industry Collaboration With Medical Students May Offer Consumer, Patient Benefits

The benefits that industry-supported learning opportunities might bring to medical education are discussed.

Male Firefighters May Have Higher Risk for Melanoma

Occupational case-control studies addressing melanoma risk in career firefighters are reviewed.

Terminology Important When Consulting With Transgender Patients in Dermatology Clinics

Recommendations about sensitivity and inclusive language surrounding transgender dermatology patients are provided.

COVID-19 Pandemic Increased Hand Washing and Related Dermatologic Problems

Hand hygiene habits during the COVID-19 pandemic and the effect of the repetitive use of soap or alcohol-based products on skin characteristics is assessed.

Morning Benzoyl Peroxide, Evening Retinol Regimen May Bring Acne Relief

Investigators assess the efficacy of a morning topical low-dose benzoyl peroxide (BPO) acne treatment combined with an evening retinol treatment in patients with acne.

Lichen Planus May Be Linked to COVID-19 Infection and Vaccination

Occurrence rates of lichen planus (LP) after COVID-19 infection and vaccination are determined.

Is Blue Light Causing Skin Damage? A Dermatologist Weighs In

Angela Casey, MD, relates her experiences addressing patients’ concerns about skin damage caused by blue light.

Studies Show Bimekizumab Benefits Patients With Hidradenitis Suppurativa

The BE HEARD I and BE HEARD II studies included more than 1000 adults with moderate to severe hidradenitis suppurativa.