Dermatology News

The American College of Rheumatology, the Lupus Foundation of America, the Arthritis Foundation and the American Academy of Dermatology have issued a joint statement calling on Vice President Mike Pence to address shortages of hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine, following comments from White House regarding their potential use in treating COVID-19.

A review of 75 adalimumab clinical trials in adult and pediatric patients demonstrated low rates of inflammatory bowel disease adverse events, according to data published in Arthritis Care & Research.

Although numerous topical and pharmacological treatments exist to decrease symptoms of psoriasis, many patients with mild psoriasis may turn to complementary and alternative methods to ease their symptoms.

Psoriasis is linked to many chronic health conditions, including diabetes, heart disease and depression, according to the National Psoriasis Foundation.

Psoriatic arthritis has an estimated incidence of six per 100,000 and a prevalence of around one to two per 1,000 in the general population.

Ultraviolet light-based therapy, or phototherapy, has been around for nearly 70 years and is an effective treatment option for patients with psoriasis.

MAUI, HAWAII — Treating severe acne with isotretinoin comes with several important considerations, two experts told Maui Derm attendees.

MIAMI BEACH, Fla. — There are many factors to consider when treating women with acne, according to a speaker at South Beach Symposium.

MIAMI BEACH, Fla. — Despite the plethora of biologics for psoriasis, the vehicle of treatment matters and topical therapies are here to stay, according to a speaker at South Beach Symposium.

Low-dose methotrexate — the most commonly used drug for systemic rheumatic diseases — was associated with small to moderate increased risks for skin cancer along with gastrointestinal, infectious, pulmonary and hematologic adverse events, according to a study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine.