Navigating Atopic Dermatitis Challenges: Insights from Real Patient Cases
An expert in dermatology provides insights from a case-based round table conversation, discussing the management of atopic dermatitis patients. He emphasizes the complexities of the cases, the considerations regarding topical versus systemic treatments, and the administrative challenges associated with prior authorizations.
EP. 1: Case #1: Female, 18 Years Old
December 18th 2023TJ Chao, MPAS, PA-C, examines the case of an 18-year-old female with persistent AD, wherein the patient attributes her flares to her housing conditions. He discusses her treatment plan and addresses the challenges posed by red face syndrome induced by dupilumab, while commenting on how the panel managed patient expectations, treatment preferences, and sustained disease control.
EP. 2: Case #2: Male, 13 Years Old
December 18th 2023An expert in skin condition management discusses the case of a 13-year-old male with a prolonged history of AD and early-onset food allergies. Emphasizing the challenges of the steroid treatment cycle, the expert provides insights into integrating parental preferences for "natural" agents alongside effective pharmaceutical options. Additionally, the discussion explores strategies for communicating treatment mechanisms to patients and fostering collaborative engagement in the treatment selection process.
