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Topical agents in combination with surgery may lead to better results. Pre-op treatment can make lesions more visible, define margins and reduce tumor size. Post-op use can reduce the amount of residual cancer.

Combination therapy is typically first-line therapy for children with atopic dermatitis. The dermatologist's task is to personalize treatment to optimize the patient's response, an expert says.

Combination therapy has a role in the treatment of psoriasis, particularly when there is a loss of response with monotherapy using biologic agents. Methotrexate, systemic retinoids, or phototherapy can be part of a combined therapy with biologic agents.

Combination treatment for acne continues to evolve, helping doctors address the sometimes tough-to-tackle condition.

The concept of using Thermage, Fraxel and fillers as a kind of combination-therapy trio is an emerging technique that offers a complete package to patients seeking an effective, noninvasive skin rejuvenation procedure.

A single product that combines a retinoid and benzoyl peroxide is showing promise against acne. The new gel is not only safe and effective, but fast-acting, too.

Medihoney (Derma Sciences, Princeton, N.J.) has been shown in various studies to help heal especially stubborn wounds. The dressing can be a safe adjunct to incision and drainage, long-term topical steroids and oral antibiotics for localized conditions.

Extracellular matrix wound dressings can help give chronic wounds a jump start by applying living cells to the wound base and helping to stimulate healing.

Clinical trials suggest hyperbaric oxygen is an effective wound-healing therapy for lower extremity wounds connected with diabetes and wound healing problems related to radiation exposure.

A new coal tar treatment for psoriasis sidesteps major formulation challenges that hindered patient acceptance of previous coal tar products, a clinical investigator says.

A recent study proves that a non-antibiotic-based trolamine emulsion and standard wound therapy with polysporin are equally effective in successfully treating clean, superficial cutaneous wounds caused by cryotherapy.

"Two new topical formulations prove to be very effective in protecting the skin from Aeroallergens. According to one expert, the use of Eucerin pH5 Lotion and Eucerin pH5 Lotion F can significantly help protect the skin of patients with severe pollen allergies by effectively blocking their penetration deeper into the body."

Every year, hundreds of medical students line up to try their chances at becoming a dermatology resident.

"Doctors may need to reconsider practices of accepting financial compensation or significant gifts from drug, device and biologic companies if bipartisan legislation introduced in the Senate in January gains momentum and is approved. "

Dr. Skin has practiced dermatology for decades in his small-town community, and is well respected not only by his patients, but also by the local medical community for his quality of care.

"I have felt professional losses in my life before. When the founding dean of my fledging medical school died unexpectedly, I was distraught for weeks. "

Seattle - New research shows why caffeine may help protect against skin cancer, HealthDay News reports.

International report - Hand sores can develop from prolonged video game use and excessive sweating brought on by gripping the controller, according to a study published in the British Journal of Dermatology.

National report - Children with eczema are more likely to also have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder than kids without eczema, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association.

Washington - The Food and Drug Administration is warning patients on the psoriasis drug Raptiva (Genentech) about the risk of developing progressive multifocal leukoencephatolopathy (PML), the Wall Street Journal reports.

Fort Worth, Texas - Galderma has launched an SPF 50 facial moisturizer from Cetaphil, PR Newswire reports.

Stiefel Laboratories is partnering with Ventiv Professional Development Group (PDG) to extend its global selling skills platform into new markets, Globe Newswire reports.

National report - The Food and Drug Administration has approved Vectical (Galderma), an ointment containing calcitriol, for the treatment of mild-to-moderate psoriasis, according to WebMD.

Princeton Junction, N.J. - Lutronic has announced Food and Drug Administration clearance for their laser-assisted lipolysis system AccuSculpt, according to a company press release.

When Irwin Braverman, M.D., was asked to offer possible medical explanations for an Egyptian pharaoh’s feminine features and elongated head, it was not because Dr. Braverman is an expert in Egyptian history.

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