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2016 studies highlight adjuvant zoster vaccine, UV protection
March 3rd 2017Important recent publications from mainstream medical journals highlight the following: Automobile side windows do not block UV radiation well; An adjuvant herpes zoster vaccine works as well in patients over 70 years old as it did in the 50-plus age group; The American Academy of Ophthalmology recommends hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine dosing based on actual, not ideal, weight.
The Toxin Head-to-Head Challenge
February 24th 2017For answers, Dermatology Times and Cosmetic Surgery Times developed an online survey for readers. The activity presented images from 6 patients who were photographed on the day of their injection and 30 days after treatment with either Xeomin® (incobotulinumtoxinA, Merz Pharmaceuticals) or Botox® (onabotulinumtoxinA, Allergan).
Nasal reconstruction after skin cancer surgery
February 16th 2017Dermatologists should consider the features of the nasal defect when weighing options for repair.Consider the desires of the patient when assessing options for both repair and treatments to mitigate post-surgical scar formation.The dermatologist must determine the choice of which procedure will likely achieve the best aesthetic outcome overall.
Rosacea and gastro disorders possibly related
February 8th 2017Because rosacea is an inflammatory disease there is scientific rationale for a possible association between it and other inflammatory diseases. A recent study demonstrates that rosacea patients have a greater percentage of gastrointestinal disorders than do controls and should be evaluated further if they present with GI symptoms. In such cases a systematic approach to the treatment of both conditions may be warranted.