Weekly Skin Scan

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Acne and Rosacea

Nonthermal energy shows promise for back acne

Early results from the first patients treated for back acne with Nano-Pulse Stimulation in a controlled study show that use of this nonthermal energy modality is providing rapid and sustained clearance of inflammatory lesions.

Rosacea classification system can improve

There is still room for improvement to the National Rosacea Society Expert Committee's updated classification schema for rosacea, according to William James, M.D.

Psoriasis and Atopic Dermatitis

Leg psoriasis improves with topical lotion

Topical halobetasol propionate 0.01% lotion appears to safely and quickly improve lower-extremity psoriatic lesions, according to a recent study.

Lifestyle changes could curb eczema symptoms

Lifestyle recommendations are a complex aspect of eczema care. There are many things within in a patient's control that can impact severity and dermatologists should try to help patients identify these, one expert says.

Skin Cancer

No-cost BRAF test aids therapeutic decision making

Novartis, Quest Diagnostics collaborate on free genetic mutation testing initiative, The Know Now BRAF program, for patients with stage III or stage IV melanoma.

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