Anti-PD-1 Therapy for Melanoma Associated With Chronic Immune-Related Adverse Events
The majority of persistent irAEs were hypothyroid, adrenal insufficiency, arthritis, dermatitis or pruritis, and hypophysitis.
Ultrasound Imaging Treatment for Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer Exhibits 99% Cure Rate
Image-Guided Superficial Radiation Therapy (IGSRT) directs low-level x-rays to specific areas, killing cancer cells without bleeding, pain, surgical scarring, or the need for reconstructive surgery.
Acne Found to be Common Side Effect of Atopic Dermatitis Treatment
Predisposing factors contributing to development of acne in both groups were the use of concomitant medications associated with acne, family history of acne, and a medical history of acne.
Survival Rates for Patients With Squamous Cell Carcinoma Identified in New Study
Findings showed that alternative to conventional follow-up resulted in a higher 3-year overall survival rate.
Dupilumab Effective for Patients With Bullous Pemphigoid
A recent study found that 4 weeks of treatment with dupilumab led to 87% of patients achieving disease control.
JAK Inhibitors Safe, Effective For Hair Growth in Patients With Alopecia Areata
A study found that patients achieved 50% improvement with JAK inhibitors compared to placebo.
Skin Cancers Successfully Detected With Digital AI App
An mHealth app for early detection of skin cancers was followed by an increase in the number of claims for premalignancies.
Laser Treatments Are Often Not Covered By Insurance, Survey Finds
The National Rosacea Society found that a lack of health insurance or the high cost of a copay caused 52% of respondents to avoid obtaining medical care for their rosacea.
Atopic Dermatitis Treatment May Contribute to Elevated Staphylococcus Aureus Mutations
Investigators theorize that the inflamed skin of AD patients or treatments they are undergoing could contribute to an elevated mutation rate.