Patient Buzz: Do Hair Loss Supplements Work?
hair loss supplementsWell+Good recently published an article asking if hair loss supplements actually work. For an expert opinion, I consulted Crystal Aguh, MD, Director of the Ethnic Skin Program and Assistant Professor in the Department of Dermatology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD. What is the theory behind hair supplements? Hair supplements are designed to create an ideal nu …
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What’s New in Treatments for Hair Loss
Hair Loss TreatmentsNext Steps in Derm, in partnership with ODAC Dermatology, Aesthetic and Surgical Conference, is excited to share a new video series where dermatology key opinion leaders share important updates and pearls on a variety of medical, surgical, and aesthetic dermatology topics. First up is Dr. Amy McMichael, Professor and Chair of Dermatology at the Wake Forest University School of Medicine, sharing …
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To Compound or Not to Compound
Compounding in dermatologyJDD Author and Senior Associate Editor, Dr. Leon Kircik, dives into the controversial and confusing  landscape of in-office medication compounding. In-office compounding, once part and parcel of dermatologic practice, has become increasingly controversial—and confusing. As a result of legitimate public health concerns, FDA scrutiny began with compounding facilities. Unfortunately, regulatory f …
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Dry Skin – Friday Pop Quiz 2/14
comedonal acne In addition to gentle washing of the face two times a day, what is the most appropriate treatment step for this patient who is prone to dry skin? A. Start Adapalene 0.1 gel nightly to every other night after wash B. Aggressive exfoliation daily C. Start doxycycline 100 mg by mouth two times a day with food and water D. Monotherapy with clindamycin lotion every morning after wash …
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