Keys for Treating Pediatric Patients With Skin of Color
When treating pediatric patients, knowing how to appropriately use topical steroids in this patient population is essential, according to Dr. Karan Lal, a dermatologist in Scottsdale, Ariz. Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with Skin of Color Update, interviewed Dr. Lal, who shares how to taper topical steroids and the role of non-steroidal agents. Hear the latest in the safety profile of topica …
When treating pediatric patients, knowing how to appropriately use topical steroids in this patient population is essential, according to Dr. Karan Lal, a dermatologist in Scottsdale, Ariz. Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with Skin of Color Update, interviewed Dr. Lal, who shares how to taper topical steroids and the role of non-steroidal agents. Hear the latest in the safety profile of topica … Continue reading "Keys for Treating Pediatric Patients With Skin of Color"
Children with dermatologic conditions, ranging from eczema to psoriasis to hidradenitis suppurativa, are benefitting from advances in biologic therapy with several FDA-approved treatment options. However, real-life clinical experience reveals biologic therapy is not always initiated when prescribed. In addition, even when biologic therapy is initiated, adherence is often not maintained. Therefore, … 
A 2-year-old male with recurrent flares of the pictured findings developed non-tender nodules on his bilateral thighs. What would likely establish the diagnosis?
A. Genetic testing for STAT3 and DOCK8 mutations
B. Genetic testing for SPINK5 mutations
C. Obtaining immunoglobulin E levels
D. Obtaining serum zinc levels
E. Flow cytometry to evaluate CD18 expression
To find out the … 
An 8-month-old boy is brought in by his mother for concerns of a rash that comes and goes for the last few months, primarily on his face and belly. His older brother suffers from asthma and often has a similar rash on the inside of his elbow and behind his knees. Lead-in Question: The gene most commonly mutated in the photograph is also mutated in which of the following?
A. Palmoplantar ker … 
HealthCentral recently highlighted new research out of Harvard Medical School on the role of Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) in itch. Researchers found S. aureus can trigger itch in mice and human cells through communication with sensory neurons.
For an expert’s take, I reached out to Gil Yosipovitch, MD, professor, Stiefel Chair of Medical Dermatology and director of the Miami Itch Center …