Color in Context: Understanding the Causes and Clues of Drug-Induced Hyperpigmentation
At the 2025 Pigmentary Disorders Exchange Symposium, Dr. Rebecca Vasquez, Associate Professor of Dermatology at UT Southwestern Medical Center, delivered an insightful presentation on drug-induced causes of hyperpigmentation. Her talk focused on the pathophysiology, clinical evaluation, and diagnostic tools used to differentiate these disorders from more common pigmentary conditions such as melasm …
At the 2025 Pigmentary Disorders Exchange Symposium, Dr. Rebecca Vasquez, Associate Professor of Dermatology at UT Southwestern Medical Center, delivered an insightful presentation on drug-induced causes of hyperpigmentation. Her talk focused on the pathophysiology, clinical evaluation, and diagnostic tools used to differentiate these disorders from more common pigmentary conditions such as melasm … 
Women’s Health/AOL profiled a dermatologic condition often mistaken for acne. While commonly known as “fungal acne,” Malassezia folliculitis is not a form of acne but an infection due to overgrowth of the Malassezia yeast. The signs are itchy, red bumps that commonly appear on the trunk and upper arms.
For expert tips in diagnosing and treating Malassezia folliculitis, I interviewed San D … 
When conducting surgical reconstruction, it’s important to think outside the box. That’s according to consulting dermatologist Dr. Timothy C. Flynn. Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with the ODAC Dermatology Conference interviewed Dr. Flynn, who shared questions dermatologists should ask when addressing a wound. Find out why considering shadows and highlights is important for positive outcom … 
A paradigm shift in the understanding of melasma is changing the way dermatology clinicians approach the condition. Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with the ODAC Dermatology Conference, interviewed Dr. Mukta Sachdev, head of the department of dermatology at Manipal Hospital, Bangalore, India. Watch as Dr. Sachdev shares why photoprotection, barrier function, and pollution are some of the factor … 
Using a Sharpie as a lip liner is the latest TikTok trend raising concerns among dermatologists. Some social media influencers say using a permanent marker is a cheaper alternative to traditional lip liner. However, an article by Fox News quotes the Northern New England Poison Center’s website, which says the ink in permanent markers may contain xylene, toluene, and urethane resin. Dermatologist … 