The Pediatric Dermatologist’s View of Pediatric Vitiligo
“Try to do something” is Dr. Candrice R. Heath’s motto for clinicians when treating pediatric vitiligo. Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with Skin of Color Update, interviewed Dr. Heath, associate professor of dermatology at Howard University. Watch as Dr. Heath provides insight as a pediatric dermatologist into treating vitiligo in children. Learn why understanding the parent and patient …
“Try to do something” is Dr. Candrice R. Heath’s motto for clinicians when treating pediatric vitiligo. Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with Skin of Color Update, interviewed Dr. Heath, associate professor of dermatology at Howard University. Watch as Dr. Heath provides insight as a pediatric dermatologist into treating vitiligo in children. Learn why understanding the parent and patient … Continue reading "The Pediatric Dermatologist’s View of Pediatric Vitiligo"
Alopecia areata (AA) is a common autoimmune disorder. Although its pathogenesis is not fully understood, AA involves CD8 T cell-mediated destruction of the hair follicle. Several treatment options exist; however, there is minimal evidence in the pediatric population. Currently, there are no curative treatments for AA. The literature suggests that Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors may be an effective t … 
Be excited about the new medications approved for use in pediatric patients, says Dr. A. Yasmine Kirkorian, chief of dermatology at Children’s National Hospital. Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with ODAC Dermatology, Aesthetic & Surgical Conference, interviewed Dr. Kirkorian about the use of JAK inhibitors in children. Should dermatology clinicians prescribe JAK inhibitors in this patient … 
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 …