General Dermatology

A recent systematic review of guidelines of the management of impetigo was published in the Family Practice Journal.

Impetigo is a common skin infection in which ozenoxacin may be used as a treatment. This study aimed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the therapy in pediatric patients compared to other topical treatments.

The International Journal of Cosmetic Science dove into lipid organization in xerosis to help characterize the disease from surface to molecular scale.

Dropping temperatures and dry air can wreak havoc on anyone's skin, but especially the delicate skin of an infant. Prevention is the best tactic to keep skin healthy.

In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc shares tips on prevention, treatment, and products he recommends for treating dry hands caused by wintery weather.

This study aims to find a treatment algorithm for impetigo.

A recent literature review compiles a panel’s consensus and opinion on the main pediatric impetigo controversies.

Helen Brough, MA, MSc, PhD, MBBS, FAAAAI, FRCPCH, discusses the role of AD skin in infants and emollient application for preventing food allergy.

In this week’s Pointers with Dr Portela, the 208SkinDoc honors the end of Eczema Awareness Month with a video explaining the skin condition.

In this episode of DermView, Adelaide Hebert, MD, highlights both emollients and moisturizers. She also talks about bathing and how often a child should bathe if they have eczema.

Literature update highlights the treatment methods, clinical pearls, and enhancement of outcomes for the disease

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence and the Public Health England have issued guidance on impetigo.

In this episode of DermView, Adelaide Hebert, MD, explains the clinical manifestations of eczema, how the chronic the condition is, and the benefits of using ceramide cream for management.

Neal Bhatia, MD, explores steroid alternatives in his presentation at the Fall Clinical Dermatology Conference.

In this episode of DermView, Adelaide Hebert, MD, explains how eczema can lead to growth issues in pediatric patients, how environmental factors may play a role in flare ups, and more.

With increasing antibiotic resistance to treatment, impetigo research has been driven to find newer alternative options.

A recent review evaluates the information provided to clinicians regarding antimicrobial resistance in impetigo treatment.

The investigation of the efficacy of moisturizing ceramide cream vs hydrophilic cream was published in the journal of Dermatologic Therapy.

A study published in the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology compared the efficacy of natural ingredient-based moisturizing cream versus a colloidal oatmeal moisturizing cream.

A study in the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology gathered a panel of skin of color experts to examine acne treatment in patients with skin of color.

The AAD has provided various at-home treatments for keratosis pilaris that physicians can recommend to their patients.

A new FDA-approved eyedrop offers patients a nonsurgical option for eyelid lifts.

The decision between surgical and nonsurgical options for chin augmentation continues to be a debate, but according to Michael Somenek, MD, this can be easily settled with personalized patient consultation.

Topical retapamulin was effective in clearing impetigo lesions according to a presentation given at the recent Maui Derm conference.

Chief Medical Editor Zoe Diana Draelos, MD, discusses the challenges COVID-19 induces on the skin including chapped lips, maskne and dry hands from excessive hand washing.

Michelle Nguyen, M.D., MPH, sits down with Dermatology Times to discuss her recent presentation at the 2020 American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) virtual meeting regarding the representation of women dermatologic surgeons in the U.S.

The International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS) has decided to move their 2020 world congress online, taking place Oct. 17-25. The world congress was initially supposed to be held in person in Panama.

While snow-covered branches and gently falling flakes may be a Normal Rockwell-esque vision for the winter months, icy wind and dry air is a recipe for disaster when it comes to skin.