Found 473 articles for: "atopic dermatitis"
Apremilast and Narrowband Ultraviolet-B Combination Therapy for Treating Moderate-to-Severe Plaque Psoriasis
October 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 10 | Original Article | 957 | Copyright © October 2017
BACKGROUND: Combining narrowband UVB (NB-UVB) phototherapy with biologics has been shown to enhance the therapeutic response of plaque psoriasis patients. The objective of this study was to evaluate t...
Read MoreEfficacy and Safety of Desoximetasone 0.25% Spray in Adult Atopic Dermatitis Subjects: Pilot Study
September 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 9 | Original Article | 919 | Copyright © September 2017
BACKGROUND: Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic, relapsing, inflammatory skin disorder. One of the most disturbing symptoms of AD is pruritus. The first line treatment for AD is topical corticosteroid...
Read MoreThe Static Physician’s Global Assessment of Genitalia: A Clinical Outcome Measure for the Severity of Genital Psoriasis
August 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 8 | Original Article | 793 | Copyright © August 2017
Introduction: Genital psoriasis is a common but frequently overlooked manifestation of psoriasis with a considerable impact on patients’ quality of life. Currently no validated clinical tria...
Read MoreTreatment of Inverse/Intertriginous Psoriasis: Updated Guidelines from the Medical Board of the National Psoriasis Foundation
August 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 8 | Original Article | 760 | Copyright © August 2017
Inverse or intertriginous psoriasis commonly involves skin fold areas including the axillae, perianal skin, intergluteal cleft, inframammary, genital/inguinal, abdominal, and retroauricular folds. ...
Read MoreAcquired Epidermodysplasia Verruciformis and Its Relationship to Immunosuppressive Therapy: Report of a Case and Review of the Literature
July 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 7 | Case Reports | 701 | Copyright © July 2017
Introduction: Epidermodysplasia verruciformis (EV) is a rare inherited dermatosis characterized by increased susceptibility to human papilloma virus infection. Acquired EV occurs in patients with comp...
Read MoreA 1% Colloidal Oatmeal Cream Alone is Effective in Reducing Symptoms of Mild to Moderate Atopic Dermatitis: Results from Two Clinical Studies
July 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 7 | Original Article | 671 | Copyright © July 2017
BACKGROUND: The epidermal barrier in patients with atopic dermatitis (AD) is deficient in ceramides and cathelicidins. Such epidermal defects may be a trigger for AD, thereby encouraging research t...
Read MoreDrivers of Healthcare Costs Among the Costliest Patients With Psoriasis Over Three Years in a United States Health Plan
July 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 7 | Original Article | 651 | Copyright © July 2017
OBJECTIVE: To compare patients with psoriasis by cost level over 3 years.
METHODS: Psoriasis patients in a large US health plan in 2011-2013 were identified. Four groups were created by h...
Read MoreUpdate on the Systemic Risks of Superpotent Topical Steroids
July 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 7 | Original Article | 643 | Copyright © July 2017
INTRODUCTION: The potential for systemic effects due to percutaneous absorption of superpotent topical steroids has been a longstanding concern. The Food and Drug Administration currently recommend...
Read MoreHow Can We Change the Complexion of Acne and Rosacea?
June 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 6 | Editorials | 531 | Copyright © June 2017
Aggressive Skin Cancers Occurring in Patients Treated With the Janus Kinase Inhibitor Ruxolitinib
May 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 5 | Case Reports | 508 | Copyright © May 2017
The Food and Drug Administration approved Ruxolitinib in 2011 for the treatment of primary myelofibrosis. Five-year safety data showed a higher incidence of skin cancer in patients treated with Rux...
Read MoreAssessment of Efficacy and Irritation of Ingenol Mebutate Gel 0.015% Used With or Without Dimethicone Lotion for Treatment of Actinic Keratosis on the Face
May 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 5 | Original Article | 432 | Copyright © May 2017
Background: Ingenol mebutate gel 0.015% provides high clearance rates for actinic keratosis (AK) on the face and scalp but causes transient local skin responses (LSRs).
Objective: This st...
Read MoreClinical Insights and Emerging Strategies in Managing Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma
May 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 5 | Original Article | 405 | Copyright © May 2017
Mycosis Fungoides and Sézary Syndrome, the two most common types of Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL), present many management challenges for dermatologists. Here, we provide a comprehensive review...
Read MoreTreatment of Atopic Dermatitis in the United States: Analysis of Data from the National Ambulatory Medical Care Survey
March 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 3 | Original Article | 250 | Copyright © March 2017
Introduction: Atopic dermatitis (AD) affects both adult and pediatric patients, and multiple practitioners encounter and manage AD. However, differences with regard to the treatment of AD between s...
Read MoreAnti-Pruritic Efficacy of Itch Relief Lotion and Cream in Patients With Atopic History: Comparison With Hydrocortisone Cream
March 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 3 | Original Article | 243 | Copyright © March 2017
Objective: To evaluate the speed of onset and duration of relief of two ceramide-containing formulations with 1% pramoxine hydroxide (CeraVe® Itch Relief Lotion and Cream,Valeant Pharmaceuticals N...
Read MoreTwo Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Parallel Group Comparison Studies of a Novel Enhanced Lotion Formulation of Halobetasol Propionate, 0.05% Versus Its Vehicle in Adult Subjects With Plaque Psoriasis
March 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 3 | Original Article | 234 | Copyright © March 2017
BACKGROUND: A novel lotion formulation of halobetasol propionate, 0.05% (HBP Lotion) with enhanced vehicle characteristics of a cream while preserving the ease of use and cosmetic elegance of a lot...
Read MoreTopical Approaches to Improve Surgical Outcomes and Wound Healing: A Review of Efficacy and Safety
March 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 3 | Original Article | 209 | Copyright © March 2017
Surgical procedures are an important piece of a dermatologist’s daily practice. Therefore, the optimization of post-surgical wound healing is an area of utmost importance and interest. Although ...
Read MoreHalobetasol Propionate Lotion, 0.05% Provides Superior Hydration Compared to Halobetasol Propionate Cream, 0.05% in a Double-Blinded Study of Occlusivity and Hydration
February 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 2 | Original Article | 140 | Copyright © February 2017
BACKGROUND: This study measured skin hydration and occlusivity of two test products [halobetasol propionate lotion, 0.05% (HBP Lotion) and Ultravate® (halobetasol propionate) cream, 0.05% (HBP Cream)...
Read MoreThe International Dermatology Outcome Measures (IDEOM) Initiative: A Review and Update
February 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 2 | Original Article | 119 | Copyright © February 2017
The International Dermatology Outcome Measures (IDEOM) group, comprising patients, physicians, health economists, industry partners, payers, and regulatory agencies, was established to develop unif...
Read MorePediatric Onychomycosis: The Emerging Role of Topical Therapy
February 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 2 | Original Article | 105 | Copyright © February 2017
Fungal infection of the nails is an increasingly recognized disease in infants and children. However, it can be difficult to distinguish clinically from other nail dystrophies. In addition, many mi...
Read MoreThe Role of Cutaneous Microbiota Harmony in Maintaining a Functional Skin Barrier
January 2017 | Volume 16 | Issue 1 | Original Article | 12 | Copyright © January 2017
The skin is constantly exposed to various endogenous and exogenous factors that may impact its barrier function at the physical, mechanical, immunological, and microbial levels. These factors have ...
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