Patient Buzz: Hair Growth Treatments | The Expert Weighs In
Hair Growth TreatmentsGlamour recently posted an online article about how to grow hair faster. Does research support the use of supplements for hair growth? How quickly can patients expect to see results from any hair interventions? For expert advice, I reached out to Amy McMichael, MD, FAAD, professor and chair of the department of dermatology at Wake Forest University School of Medicine. When a patient asks how …
Hair Growth Treatments
Alopecia Areata – Friday Pop Quiz – 01/12/2024
A 39-year-old woman with a history of alopecia areata presents for evaluation of multiple macules and patches on her left mandibular face. She developed these lesions slowly over several years, where they have remained stable for many years. The patient’s goal now is to achieve repigmentation of the lesions. The patient has previously used topical hydrocortisone 1% cream on the lesions …
Tips for Diagnosing & Treating Pigmentary Disorders
pigmentary disordersNext Steps in Derm, in partnership with Pigmentary Disorders Exchange Symposium interviewed Dr. Nada Elbuluk, founder and director of the USC Skin of Color Center and Pigmentary Disorders Clinic. Diagnosing and treating pigmentary disorders can be challenging. Watch as Dr. Elbuluk outlines what to think about in the diagnostic process,  including the importance of full body exams and good room li …
pigmentary disorders
Patient Buzz: Teledermatology Platforms and Skin Care
teledermatologyThe New York Times recently published an article about teledermatology and telehealth platforms that are disrupting skin care. Are these platforms good for expanding patient access to dermatology? How should dermatology clinicians address patient questions about these platforms? For expert advice, I reached out to George Han, MD, PhD, associate professor of dermatology at the Donald and Barb …
teledermatology
Pediatric Skin Lesions – Friday Pop Quiz – 1/5/2023
A 4-month-old infant is brought to the clinic by his mother. The mother reports that her son has had lesions on his cheeks for several weeks. The mother initially treated the lesions using an over-the-counter moisturizer. After visiting her pediatrician, the patient’s mother tried bleach baths and received a steroid cream, which she used once in the last month. Which of the following is …