Hidradenitis Suppurativa: Update on Diagnosis and Treatment
What has been your most challenging condition to treat? I’d be willing to bet that hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) would be at least one (if not the top) answer. The pain/suffering that HS patients endure brings me to tears sometimes. Do you share this sentiment? If so, I hope to empower you with practical pearls from Dr. Adam Friedman, Professor and Interim Chair of Dermatology, Residency P …
What has been your most challenging condition to treat? I’d be willing to bet that hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) would be at least one (if not the top) answer. The pain/suffering that HS patients endure brings me to tears sometimes. Do you share this sentiment? If so, I hope to empower you with practical pearls from Dr. Adam Friedman, Professor and Interim Chair of Dermatology, Residency P … Continue reading "Hidradenitis Suppurativa: Update on Diagnosis and Treatment"
Dr. Deirdre Hooper, an expert aesthetic and medical dermatologist, discussed the emerging use of Platelet-rich Plasma in the treatment of alopecia and skin rejuvenation at the 16th Annual ODAC Dermatology, Aesthetics and Surgical Conference. Dr. Nikhil Shyam shares his takeaways and pearls from this lecture.
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is rapidly gaining popularity amongst dermatologists for i … 
What is the most likely diagnosis of this child?
A. Traction alopecia
B. Tinea capitis
C. Aplasia cutis congenita
D. Nevus sebaceous
E. Alopecia areata
To find out the correct answer and read the explanation, click here.
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Regarding the use of chlorhexidine, which of the following is true?
A. Chlorhexidine rinses (0.12%) aid in prevention of drug-associated gingival enlargement.
B. Chlorhexidine when applied to the eyes will reduce keratitis." to "B. Chlorhexidine, when applied to the eyes, will reduce keratitis.
C. Chlorhexidine reduces risk of deafness when applied to the ear canal prior to surgery.
D. C … 
Do your patients’ questions ever leave you at a loss for words?
Is a platelet-rich plasma (PRP) moisturizer worth the cost? Can stone tools lift and sculpt the face? Does “drinkable retinol” improve aging skin?
Be ready for your patients’ odd-ball questions by checking out this listing of recent articles in the consumer press.
Allure: Dermatologists’ best skin care tips
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