Eczema

BOSTON — Managing food allergies should involve more than just allergen avoidance, according to a presentation at the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Annual Scientific Meeting.

The year 2024 was important for skin disorders with many innovations and breakthroughs.

Arcutis Biotherapeutics has submitted a supplemental new drug application to the FDA for Zoryve cream 0.05% for the treatment of pediatric mild to moderate atopic dermatitis, according to a press release.

BOSTON — Acupuncture and other traditional Chinese medicine techniques may be helpful for allergic conditions, according to a presentation at the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Annual Scientific Meeting.

Beneath the Surface is a video series in which Joel M. Gelfand, MD, MSCE, Healio cDermatology Chief Medical Editor, discusses hot topics in the field with leading experts.

BOSTON — Allergists should resist the pressure to test children with atopic dermatitis for food allergies, David R. Stukus, MD, FACAAI, said during the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Annual Scientific Meeting.

Beneath the Surface is a video series in which Joel M. Gelfand, MD, MSCE, Healio Dermatology Chief Medical Editor, discusses hot topics in the field with leading experts.

BOSTON — About one-third of children with atopic dermatitis saw mild improvements with elimination diets, according to an abstract presented at the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Annual Scientific Meeting.

October is National Eczema Awareness Month. It serves to bring attention to the approximately 16.5 million adults and 8 million children in the U.S. that currently suffer from the chronic skin condition.

The National Eczema Association has dedicated October to raising awareness of this inflammatory skin condition, with 2024 focused on reducing stigma using social media.