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Acne and Rosacea
Studies support microneedling efficacy for acne scarring
Studies support using microneedling as monotherapy to treat acne scars; however, mixed evidence requires more direct comparisons with other minimally invasive treatments.
 
Oxymetazoline, pulsed dye laser show promise for rosacea
A recent preclinical trial reveals that oxymetazoline in combination with pulsed dye laser may increase vascular shutdown in patients with rosacea and other cutaneous vascular diseases.
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Psoriasis and Atopic Dermatitis
Who prescribes more treatments for PsA? Rheumatologists or dermatologists?From Rheumatology Network
In this month's psoriatic arthritis quiz, we revisit studies presented at the American College of Rheumatology annual meeting last month. Included here is one that highlights interesting trends in prescribing practices by physicians from different specialties. Which specialty is more likely to prescribe more medications?
 
The atopic march
Children with atopic dermatitis – especially moderate-to-severe disease – seem to have a risk of developing other atopic diseases, such as asthma, allergic rhinitis and food allergies, says this expert.
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