Dermatology News

An over-the-counter moisturizing hand cream safely and effectively improved eczema symptoms and lesions, according to research presented at the American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting.

Secukinumab provided high levels of skin clearance and improved quality of life over 5 years in patients with moderate to severe psoriasis, according to findings presented at the American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting.

In the United States, ED visits for eczema are common, seem to be rising and contribute to a substantial cost-burden, according to findings presented at the American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting.

March 1 through 4, the 16th annual South Beach Symposium will offer “cutting edge” education to attendees on the latest treatments, technologies and procedures in clinical and aesthetic dermatology, pediatric dermatology and practice management topics, according to a press release.

A large number of patients with psoriatic arthritis and psoriasis are underdiagnosed and go without necessary treatment for hypertension and dyslipidemia, according to findings published in the Journal of Rheumatology.

Using an ostomy skin barrier infused with ceramide resulted in lower costs and improved satisfaction for patients, according to a study published in the Journal of Wound, Continence and Ostomy Nursing.

The Routine Assessment of Patient Index Data 3 for rheumatoid arthritis cannot be used in patients with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis as it fails to account for potentially significant mental health considerations, according to findings published in the Journal of Clinical Rheumatology.

Patients with psoriasis are more likely to experience painful gastrointestinal symptoms, according to new research presented at the Crohn’s & Colitis Congress.

Sandoz announced that the FDA has accepted a biologics license application for a proposed biosimilar of the anti-inflammatory drug adalimumab, known commercially as Humira.

Consensus treatment plans can help reduce variation in treatment approaches, identify effective treatment strategies and standardize outcomes for pediatric patients with rheumatic diseases, according to a recent review published in Arthritis & Rheumatology.