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We keep patient and healthcare professionals informed nationwide. 2009-11-21T21:27:37Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Embryonic-Stem-Cells-Show-Potential-for-Skin-Subst/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/643215?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Human embryonic stem cells can be used to create a stratified epithelium resembling normal human epidermis, a finding that has potential implications in producing temporary skin replacement for burn patients, according to research published in the Nov. 21 issue of The Lancet. 2009-11-20T05:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/472009/643215/4132.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/472009/643215null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Study-Investigates-Syndrome-Akin-to-Neurofibromato/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/642513?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 A condition recently named Legius syndrome -- associated with SPRED1 mutations -- may be difficult to differentiate from neurofibromatosis type 1 based on dermatologic findings, according to research published in the Nov. 18 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association. 2009-11-17T05:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/472009/642513/genetics_59175.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/472009/642513null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/October-2009-Briefing---Dermatology/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/638305?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 2009-11-02T05:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/452009/638305null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Rough-Microdermabrasion-May-Be-Better-for-Skin-Rem/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/636216?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Using a coarse-grit hand piece to conduct microdermabrasion prompts sun-damaged skin to remodel itself in a process similar to wound healing, and may be more effective in dermal remodeling than medium-grit use, according to a study in the October issue of the Archives of Dermatology. 2009-10-23T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/432009/636216/sun.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/432009/636216null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/ACR-Gleevec-Found-Promising-for-Systemic-Sclerosis/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/635119?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 In patients with systemic sclerosis, treatment with imatinib mesylate (Gleevec) may be a safe and effective therapy, according to research presented this week at the American College of Rheumatology Annual Scientific Meeting, held from Oct. 17 to 21 in Philadelphia. 2009-10-19T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/432009/635119/54184.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/432009/635119null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Psoriasis/Organ-Donor-Family-Consent-Request-Protocols-Compa/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/633186?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Organ donation using collaborative requesting instead of routine requesting by a patient's clinician may not provide increases in consent rates, according to an unblinded, multi-center, randomized controlled trial performed in the United Kingdom published Oct. 8 in BMJ. 2009-10-09T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/412009/633186/consent_18260.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/412009/633186null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/A-perplexing-red-eruption/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/635512?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 A 12-month-old awakens with asymptomatic juicy red papular eruptions on her cheeks. It is diagnosed as Gianotti-Crosti Syndrome. 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/contpeds/432009/635512null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/September-2009-Briefing---Dermatology/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/630874?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/402009/630874null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Sclerotic-Skin-Diseases-Often-Have-Psychosocial-Im/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/628122?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 The chronic sclerotic skin diseases eosinophilic fasciitis and morphea can be accompanied by physical pain, psychological distress, perceived social stigmatization, and other impacts that combine to impair the patient's quality of life, according to a study in the September issue of the Archives of Dermatology. 2009-09-21T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/392009/628122/stressedvet.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/392009/628122null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Dermatology/Skin-protection-New-barrier-cream-protects-without/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/625772?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Las Vegas — A skin barrier protection cream (Tetrix, Coria Laboratories) appears to reduce exposure to skin allergens and irritants and decrease symptoms of eczematous dermatitis, according to James Q. Del Rosso, D.O., dermatology residency director, Valley Hospital Medical Center, Las Vegas. 2009-09-11T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/372009/625772null HTML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/August-2009-Briefing---Dermatology/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/623303?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 2009-09-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/362009/623303null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Clinical+Dermatology/Avoiding-steroidal-addiction-Consider-calcineurin-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622971?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Sheffield, England — New research data demonstrates that mild, moderate and potent strengths of topical corticosteroids (TCS) cause a thinning of the stratum corneum, particularly when applied for longer periods of time, whereas topical calcineurin inhibitors show no negative change in the integrity of the skin barrier. 2009-08-31T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/362009/622971null HTML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/July-2009-Briefing---Dermatology/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/616000?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 2009-08-03T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/322009/616000null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Ultrasound-Can-Help-Diagnose-Benign-Skin-Lesions/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/612712?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Ultrasound is a useful tool to diagnose benign subcutaneous lesions and could reduce the number of lesions referred to a hospital for treatment, according to a study published in the July issue of the Archives of Dermatology. 2009-07-21T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/302009/612712/skin_spot.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/302009/612712null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Profilaggrin-Gene-Mutation-Linked-to-Allergic-Diso/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/610364?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 A mutation in the profilaggrin gene that governs expression of a protein used in maintaining the skin barrier is associated with several common allergic disorders, according to a study published July 9 in BMJ. 2009-07-10T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/282009/610364/mic027.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/282009/610364null XML http://contemporarypediatrics.modernmedicine.com/contpeds/Modern+Medicine+Now/Why-is-this-baby-blistering/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/609791?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 A 7-month-old child appears at the derm office with a blistering eruption that started six days before on her face and neck, and has spread to trunk and extremities. 2009-07-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/contpeds/282009/609791/derm_flash.jpg XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/June-2009-Briefing---Dermatology/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/608152?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 2009-07-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/312009/608152null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Atopic+Dermatitis+%2F+Eczema/Dermatitis-flares-Consider-contact-sensitizers-whe/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607075?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Physicians should always consider contact sensitizers to be one of the causes of flaring atopic dermatitis, as well as those cases recalcitrant to therapy. 2009-06-29T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/272009/607075null HTML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Atopic+Dermatitis+%2F+Eczema/Pediatric-dermatitis-Efalizumab-succeeds-where-sta/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607080?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Severe cases of atopic dermatitis can prove to be extremely challenging to effectively treat. Where other therapies fail, efalizumab may be one therapeutic option that can ultimately serve as the "go-to" therapy for those cases where standard therapies fall short of the mark. 2009-06-29T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/272009/607080null HTML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Atopic+Dermatitis+%2F+Eczema/Trichloracetic-acid-Unique-technology-can-achieve-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607148?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Many TCA peels are available on the market today but according to one expert, the Enerpeel with its unique technology can achieve superior cosmetic results and raises the bar in peeling treatments. 2009-06-29T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/272009/607148null HTML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Cosmetic+Dermatology/Corticosteroid-lotion-Study-addresses-need-for-mor/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/607114?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 An open-label study demonstrated the efficacy and safety of a four-week course of hydrocortisone butyrate lotion 0.1 percent (Locoid Lotion, Triax) for treating moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis in pediatric patients ages 3 months to less than 18 years. Disease improvement was rapid and dramatic, and the safety evaluation included Cosyntropin Stimulation Testing. 2009-06-29T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/272009/607114null HTML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Topical-Fluorouracil-Helps-Treat-Photoaging/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/604064?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Topical fluorouracil can successfully treat actinic keratoses and photodamage by promoting wound healing patterns similar to those caused by laser treatments, according to a study published in the June issue of the Archives of Dermatology. 2009-06-16T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/252009/604064/skin_spot.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/252009/604064null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/E-newsletter/Molecule-in-skin-linked-to-eczema-asthma/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/600517?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 St. Louis ? A substance occurring from eczema-damaged skin may trigger asthma in children, according to a study published in PLoS Biology. 2009-06-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/222009/600517null HTML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Pathology/May-2009-Briefing---Dermatology/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/600974?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 2009-06-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/232009/600974null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Home-UVB-Therapy-Is-Feasible-for-Psoriasis-Patient/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/597336?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 In patients with mild-to-severe psoriasis, home-based and clinic-based ultraviolet B (UVB) phototherapy are equally safe and effective, but home-based therapy may be associated with greater patient satisfaction, according to a study published online May 7 in BMJ. 2009-05-08T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/192009/597336/psoriasis.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/192009/597336null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/April-2009-Briefing---Dermatology/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/596178?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 2009-05-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/182009/596178null XML http://dermatologytimes.modernmedicine.com/dermatologytimes/Allergies/Allergies-Ubiquity-of-plastics-raises-health-conce/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/595903?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 The ubiquity of plastic in the world has raised health concerns. Plasticizers, among other ingredients in plastics, can elicit skin reactions ’ a fact that dermatologists need to be aware of when they see their patients. 2009-04-30T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/182009/595903null HTML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/In-Office-Visit-Offers-Benefits-Compared-to-Telede/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/594918?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 In general, the use of teledermatology resulted in poorer diagnostic accuracy when evaluating nonpigmented lesions than clinic-based dermatology, according to research published in the April issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. 2009-04-23T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/172009/594918/doctorwriting_18136.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/172009/594918null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Avoterim-May-Speed-Healing-Reduce-Scarring/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/593029?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Transforming growth factor β3 (TGFβ3), also known as avotermin, significantly improved the appearance of scars in both the short term and long term in a series of three studies conducted in the United Kingdom, according to research published in the April 11 issue of The Lancet. 2009-04-10T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/152009/593029/bandage_18005.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/152009/593029null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Complications-Linked-to-Laser-Skin-Resurfacing/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/591829?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Severe dermatologic complications can develop in patients who undergo fractional CO2 laser resurfacing, according to a study published online March 16 in Lasers in Surgery and Medicine. 2009-04-06T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/152009/591829/wrinkles.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/152009/591829null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/sponsored-multimediaPramosone-Lotion-When-itchy-sk/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/591866?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 2009-04-06T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/modernmedicine/152009/591866null HTML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/March-2009-Briefing---Dermatology/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/590873?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 2009-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/272009/590873null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Reducing-side-effects-Ammonium-lactate-minimizes-s/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/592566?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Ammonium lactate's ability to reduce skin atrophy induced by topical steroids continues to be a subject of interest for dermatologists and pharmaceutical manufacturers, a co-author of a pioneering study in this area says. 2009-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/152009/592566null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Staying-stable-Ammonium-lactate-topical-steroids-c/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/592567?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 A recent study shows that dermatologists can prescribe topical ammonium lactate to prevent topical steroid-induced skin atrophy, and both the ammonium lactate and the steroids will maintain their effects during a typical course of treatment. 2009-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/152009/592567null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/American-Academy-of-Dermatology-March-6-10-2009/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/588938?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 2009-03-23T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/132009/588938null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/AAD-Novel-Therapy-Effective-for-Scleroderma-Skin-U/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/585952?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 A combination therapy involving stem cells and bioengineered skin shows promise in the treatment of hard-to-heal skin ulcers in scleroderma patients, according to preliminary research presented at the 67th Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology held Mar. 6 to 10 in San Francisco. 2009-03-09T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/112009/585952/scleroderma.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/112009/585952null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/AAD-Newer-Therapies-Show-Promise-for-Atopic-Dermat/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/585871?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 An array of new targeted therapies may bring relief to the many children and adults in the United States who experience chronic atopic dermatitis, according to research presented at the 67th Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology held Mar. 6 to 10 in San Francisco. 2009-03-09T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/112009/585871/54150.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/112009/585871null XML http://dermatologytimes.modernmedicine.com/dermatologytimes/E-newsletter/AAD-Severe-pediatric-skin-disease/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/585699?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 San Francisco — Children with skin diseases such as severe psoriasis, eczema and hemangiomas are benefiting from new treatments and new knowledge about existing treatments, experts say. 2009-03-07T05:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/102009/585699null HTML http://dermatologytimes.modernmedicine.com/dermatologytimes/E-newsletter/AAD-Recalcitrant-AD-in-children/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/585527?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 San Francisco — Most patients with atopic dermatitis (AD) will respond to conventional therapies, such as basic skincare and avoidance of prevocational factors; topical corticosteroids and calcineurin inhibitors; antibiotics for infection and oral antihistamines. 2009-03-06T05:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/102009/585527null HTML http://dermatologytimes.modernmedicine.com/dermatologytimes/E-newsletter/AAD-Gastrointestinal-disease/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/585526?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 San Francisco — Because the human body is an ecosystem rather than a sterilizable object, an expert says that gastrointestinal flora play a key role in mediating cutaneous manifestations of a variety of gastrointestinal ailments. 2009-03-06T05:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/102009/585526null HTML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/February-2009-Briefing---Dermatology/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/584203?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 2009-03-02T05:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/272009/584203null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Helping-the-children-Combination-therapy-typically/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/585622?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 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. 2009-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/102009/585622/3803Atopic_derm-calf_flash.jpg XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Tacrolimus-Corticosteroid-Regimen-May-Improve-Derm/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/583862?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 A sequential regimen of tacrolimus ointment and tapered use of topical corticosteroids in children may provide control of atopic dermatitis while limiting exposure to corticosteroids, according to research published in the February issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. 2009-02-27T05:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/092009/583862/13520038.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/092009/583862null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Black-Women-Face-Higher-Risk-of-Early-Mycosis-Fung/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/583034?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Women are more likely than men to present with mycosis fungoides -- the most common type of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma -- before the age of 40, as are black and Hispanic patients, according to research published in the February issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. 2009-02-23T05:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/092009/583034/blackwoman_33122.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/092009/583034null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Rare-Brain-Infection-Confirmed-in-Patients-on-Efal/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/582764?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Three cases of progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML) have been confirmed in patients taking the psoriasis drug efalizumab (Raptiva), according to a public health advisory issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Feb. 19. 2009-02-20T05:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/272009/582764/33105.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/272009/582764null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Ocular-Damage-Common-in-Severe-Skin-Reactions/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/582431?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 It is common for patients with the rare skin reactions toxic epidermal necrolysis or Stevens-Johnson syndrome to also experience involvement of the eyes, according to the results of a study published in the February issue of the Archives of Dermatology. 2009-02-18T05:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/082009/582431/eye_40179.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/082009/582431null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Predeployment-Skin-Checks-Can-Reduce-Skin-Disease-/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/582353?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 The number of aeromedical evacuations conducted by the military for patients with ill-defined skin diseases could be reduced if combatants with chronic skin diseases were identified prior to deployment, according to a study published in the February issue of the Archives of Dermatology. 2009-02-18T05:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/082009/582353/soldiers.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/082009/582353null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/A-case-of-refractory-atopic-dermatitis/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/581803?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 A 12-year-old is brought into the office for a 10-month-old generalized itchy skin eruption. 2009-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/contpeds/082009/581803null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Creating-a-barrier-Novel-therapy-replenishes-defic/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/578200?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Novel approach to atopic dermatitis therapy aims to repair the skin barrier by replenishing deficient lipids in individuals with atopic dermatitis and restoring the skin barrier to the physiologic status quo. 2009-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/052009/578200null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Journal-Club/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/581809?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 A review of several recent medical journal articles of interest to pediatricians. 2009-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/contpeds/082009/581809null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Barrier-repair-New-generation-of-therapy-works-out/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/578204?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 One expert says dermatologists need no longer use drugs with significant side effects when treating atopic dermatitis — he has invented a new technology to repair the skin barrier. 2009-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/052009/578204null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Sinusitis-connection-Chronic-UAI-AD-improve-with-s/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/578206?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Results of a recent study suggest that while upper airway infections, such as rhinosinusitis and adenotonsillitis, may exacerbate atopic dermatitis in children, surgical treatment for those infections may improve the severity of AD. 2009-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/052009/578206null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Rapidly-Changing-Moles-Associated-with-Sun-Tan-Jab/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/578128?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 An untested, injectable drug that is sold on the Internet for its tanning properties is associated with rapidly changing moles, according to an article published online Jan. 27 in BMJ. 2009-01-28T05:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/052009/578128/sunbather_46292.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/052009/578128null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Psoriasis-Support-Sites-Linked-to-Perceived-Improv/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/576373?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Virtual communities of psoriasis patients allow users to benefit from educational resources as well as psychological and social support systems, researchers report in the January issue of the Archives of Dermatology. 2009-01-20T05:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/042009/576373/carpaltunnel.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/042009/576373null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Increased-Mortality-Linked-to-Topical-Retinoid-Usa/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/576228?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Topical tretinoin, a frequently prescribed retinoid cream, is associated with increased all-cause mortality, according to study results published in the January issue of the Archives of Dermatology. 2009-01-19T05:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/042009/576228/doctor_40312.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/042009/576228null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Engineered-Skin-Improves-Healing-of-Burn-Wounds/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/576227?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Tissue-engineered skin made from stem cells improves wound healing in a pig burn model, according to a study published online Dec. 22 in Artificial Organs. 2009-01-19T05:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/042009/576227/stove_fire.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/042009/576227null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/December-2008-Briefing---Dermatology/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/573553?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 2009-01-01T05:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/312009/573553null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/IL-21-and-Receptor-Appear-to-Play-Atopic-Dermatiti/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/572217?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Expression of the cytokine IL-21 and its receptor, IL-21R, is upregulated in skin lesions of atopic dermatitis in humans and also in a mouse model of allergic skin inflammation, according to research published online Dec. 15 in the Journal of Clinical Investigation. 2008-12-17T05:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/512008/572217/hch080.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/512008/572217null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/November-2008-Briefing---Dermatology/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/568749?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 2008-12-01T05:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/492008/568749null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/October-2008-Briefing---Dermatology/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/562849?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 2008-11-03T05:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/452008/562849null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Getting-sensitive-Repeated-use-of-topical-therapie/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/563817?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Repeated use of topical therapies for atopic dermatitis may lead to sensitization that results in allergic contact dermatitis. In a recent study, investigators identified several risk factors that are significantly linked with sensitization to local atopic dermatitis therapies. 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/452008/563817null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Decoding-ACD-Keratinocytes-play-role-in-all-phases/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/563245?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Allergic contact dermatitis is a cell-mediated condition in which natural killer T cells act both locally in the skin and systemically. Researchers have identified a novel transcription factor that regulates the molecule that natural killer T cells recognize when they migrate into the skin. The finding points to a new pharmacological target in the treatment of allergic contact dermatitis. 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/452008/563245null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Better-barrier-Tetrix-cream-protects-against-irrit/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/563240?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Several studies show that a new barrier cream provides effective protection against irritants and allergens, its manufacturer says. The cream also withstands gentle hand washing better than a comparator product, a researcher adds. 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/452008/563240null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Atopic-Dermatitis-amp-Occlusion-Positive-patch-tes/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/563242?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Occlusion in patients with atopic dermatitis causes increased transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and increased regulation of specific inflammatory cytokines, according to one study. The findings suggest positive patch tests in atopic dermatitis patients may not necessarily indicate true allergy. 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/452008/563242null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Relief-for-itching-Dihydroavenanthramide-D-eases-p/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/563246?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Several ingredients found in topical preparations help treat dry skin and the subsequent symptom of pruritus. The results of a recent study with dihydroavenanthramide D demonstrate the agent is very effective in the treatment of pruritus, and according to one expert, should be considered an option when trying to treat and subdue pruritic symptoms. 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/452008/563246null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Growing-threat-MRSA-emergence-poses-infection-prob/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/563320?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Available data indicates that the number of MRSA infections is increasing in both AD patients and the general population, an expert says. Understanding innate immunity and antimicrobial peptide production may lead to new treatment modalities. 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/452008/563320null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Photodynamic-Therapy-Can-Improve-Sun-Damaged-Skin/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/560247?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 The appearance of sun-damaged skin may improve after treatment with photodynamic therapy, according to the results of a study published in the October issue of the Archives of Dermatology. 2008-10-21T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/432008/560247/wrinkles.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/432008/560247null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/September-2008-Briefing---Dermatology/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/555660?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 2008-10-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/402008/555660null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Dermatology/More-than-meets-the-eye-Periorbital-dermatitis-req/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/556554?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Patients with eyelid dermatitis frequently require patch testing with allergens not included in the standard TRUE Test, an expert says. 2008-10-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/412008/556554null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Pediatric+Dermatology/Atopic-dermatitis-Emerging-knowledge-enhances-clin/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/556555?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Recent developments in pediatric atopic dermatitis include the discovery of filaggrin gene mutations and their possible role, a new appreciation of the epidermis' role in the immune system and renewed emphasis on patient education, an expert says. 2008-10-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/412008/556555null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Dermatology/A-nickel-for-your-thoughts-Contact-dermatitis-come/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/556556?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Nickel, dubbed the "allergen of the year," has led to increased cases of contact dermatitis. Common sources of nickel include jewelry, zippers, snaps, clasps and other clothing fasteners, as well as cellular phones and many cosmetic creams. 2008-10-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/412008/556556null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Early-Dietary-Fish-Introduction-May-Decrease-Eczem/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/554324?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Introducing fish to an infant's diet before 9 months of age reduces risk of eczema, while breast-feeding does not, according to a report published online Sept. 25 in the Archives of Disease in Childhood. 2008-09-29T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/402008/554324/infant_18223.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/402008/554324null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Childhood-Paracetamol-Use-Linked-to-Later-Asthma-S/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/551814?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 The use of paracetamol (acetaminophen), whether in the first year of life or later in childhood, is associated with higher risk of asthma symptoms at ages 6 and 7, according to research published in the Sept. 20 issue of The Lancet. 2008-09-19T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/382008/551814/girlsick_18195.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/382008/551814null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Dermatology-Residencies-Need-More-Skin-of-Color-Tr/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/550938?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Dermatology residents in the United States receive relatively little training in treating skin of color, which needs to be improved given that about 48 percent of the U.S. population will be non-white by 2050, according to research published in the October issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. 2008-09-17T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/382008/550938/black_kids.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/382008/550938null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Estradiol-Boosts-Collagen-Production-in-Aged-Skin/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/550332?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 In older patients, topical estradiol application appears to stimulate collagen production in sun-protected skin but not in sun-damaged skin, researchers report in the September issue of the Archives of Dermatology. 2008-09-15T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/382008/550332/wrinkles.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/382008/550332null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Research+Briefs/Study-shows-spring-water-helps-treat-childhood-ecz/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/548369?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 World report — Research shows patients with atopic eczema saw significant improvements after applying creams with the harmless bacteria Vitreoscilla filiformis, commonly found in thermal springs and spas, the Telegraph.co.uk reports. 2008-09-08T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/372008/548369null HTML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Dermatology/Improving-AD-Adding-Lactobacillus-GG-boosts-treatm/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/547628?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 A small prospective study suggests oral Lactobacillus could be helpful for patients with atopic dermatitis, although the study's results require validation, a study co-author says. 2008-09-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/362008/547628null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/August-2008-Briefing---Dermatology/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/547072?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 2008-09-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/312009/547072null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Laser-Treatment-May-Minimize-Surgical-Scars/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/545154?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 In patients with fresh surgical scars, the thermal action of laser treatment may significantly improve the wound healing process and minimize the scars' appearance, according to a pilot study published in the September issue of Lasers in Surgery and Medicine. 2008-08-27T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/352008/545154/18072.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/352008/545154null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Fractional-Laser-Rejuvenation-Repairs-Sun-Damage/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/545012?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 In women with sun-damaged skin, fractional skin rejuvenation may significantly improve wrinkles, skin texture and mottled pigmentation, according to research published in the September issue of Lasers in Surgery and Medicine. 2008-08-26T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/352008/545012/45272.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/352008/545012null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/E-newsletter/EU-approval-looms-for-new-CHE-treatment/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/544850?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Basel, Switzerland - Basilea Pharmaceutica Ltd., based here, announced recently that Toctino (alitretinoin), its new oral therapy for severe refractory chronic hand eczema (CHE), was recommended for regulatory approval under the European decentralized procedure, Marketwatch.com reports. 2008-08-26T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/352008/544850null HTML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/New-Pre-Surgical-Cleansing-Procedure-May-Reduce-In/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/544895?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 The chlorhexidine shower recommended for reducing the risk of surgical site infections is often impractical for vascular patients due to comorbidities, but an intraoperative surgical site precleansing technique can still help protect them from infections, according to an article published in the August issue of AORN Journal. 2008-08-26T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/352008/544895/surgery_40335.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/352008/544895null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Steroid-Doping-Can-Cause-Severe-Acne-Conglobata/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/543865?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Doping with anabolic steroids -- a common practice in professional and amateur sports -- can cause severe skin lesions that result in permanent scarring, according to an article published in the Aug. 23 issue of The Lancet. 2008-08-22T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/312009/543865/109081.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/312009/543865null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Hormone-Therapy-Not-Linked-to-Wrinkle-Improvements/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/543104?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Low-dose hormone therapy doesn't offer statistically significant benefits to postmenopausal women with mild to moderate skin aging changes, researchers report in the September issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. 2008-08-19T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/342008/543104/wrinkles.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/342008/543104null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Pediatric+News/Early-life-antibiotics-linked-to-wheezing-via-ches/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/534912?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Infants who are given antibiotics in the first three months of life may wheeze at 15 months, likely due to the presence of chest infections, as reported in the Clinical and Experimental Allergy. 2008-08-11T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/contpeds/322008/534912null HTML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Treatment+Areas/New-eczema-guidelines-promote-use-of-emollients-th/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/534509?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence published clinical guidelines in December 2007 on diagnosis and management of eczema in children. 2008-08-11T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/drugtopics/322008/534509null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Pathology/July-2008-Briefing---Dermatology/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/533302?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/312008/533302null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Dermatology/Common-pediatric-allergy-related-disorders/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/534143?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 An overview of disorders related to allergic symptoms in the pediatric patient, such as rhinitis, otitis media, asthma, and atopic dermatitis, as well as guidence regarding when to refer to an allergist. 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/contpeds/322008/534143/CNTPED0808Cover_flash.gif XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Dermatology/Topical-troubles-Treatment-may-increase-lymphoma-r/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/535079?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Results of a recent study indicate that there is an increase in the incidence of lymphoma among atopic dermatitis patients using topical corticosteroids. 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/332008/535079null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Special+Report%3A+Athletes+%26+Skin+Disease/Avoiding-flare-ups-Athletes-must-take-proper-preca/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/535073?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Atopic dermatitis and photosensitivity can cause enough problems for victims of these conditions, but when the sufferers are also active in sports, the conditions can become even more aggravating, and there's not much that can be done other than treating and coping with the ailments. 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/332008/535073null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/New-Laser-Technique-May-Reduce-Acne-Scars/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/531732?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 In patients with acne scars, ablative fractional resurfacing with a novel 30-watt laser that combines carbon dioxide ablation with a fractional photothermolysis system may significantly improve facial appearance with minimal side effects, according to study findings published in the August issue of Lasers in Surgery and Medicine. 2008-07-24T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/302008/531732/Fac075ml.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/302008/531732null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Carbon-Dioxide-Laser-Effective-for-Reducing-Wrinkl/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/531187?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 The use of carbon dioxide laser resurfacing for treating facial wrinkles is safe and effective, though hypopigmentation can be a common consequence, according to research published in the July/August issue of the Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery. 2008-07-22T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/302008/531187/wrinkles.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/302008/531187null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Women-More-Likely-Than-Men-to-Remove-Tattoos/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/531084?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Although tattoo procurement is an increasingly mainstream phenomenon, visible tattoos on women may not be as socially acceptable as they are for men, and more women than men choose to have tattoos removed, according to a study published in the July issue of the Archives of Dermatology. 2008-07-21T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/302008/531084/tattoo.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/302008/531084null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Pathology/June-2008-Briefing---Dermatology/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/527120?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 2008-07-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/272008/527120null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Irritant/Hand-dermatitis-Patch-testing-could-play-predictiv/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/528101?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Patch-testing might be a helpful tool in determining individuals who may be at risk for developing irritant hand dermatitis, according to a recent study. 2008-07-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/282008/528101null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/Amniotic-Membranes-Effective-for-Serious-Skin-Dise/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/524492?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 A patient with a rare life-threatening skin disease involving detachment of the skin over half the body recovered completely after being given intravenous immunoglobulin and placing amniotic membranes on the affected areas, according to a case study reported in the June issue of the Archives of Dermatology. 2008-06-17T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/252008/524492/IV_59158.jpg http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/252008/524492null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/E-newsletter/Study-finds-less-dermatitis-with-IMRT-therapy-in-b/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/520216?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Toronto — A Canadian research team reports that intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) reduces the incidence of radiation-induced dermatitis, compared to conventional radiation, in women being treated for breast cancer, according to Reuters Health. 2008-06-03T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/222008/520216null HTML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Dermatology/Scaly-skin-eruption-in-a-6-week-old-infant/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/522754?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 The mother of a 6-week-old infant is concerned about a generalized, scaly eruption evident over the past 10 days. 2008-06-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/contpeds/242008/522754null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Special+Report%3A+Pigmentary+Problems/Hyperpigmentation-and-skin-disease-Problem-exacerb/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/521341?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 Acne, eczema, psoriasis, are all skin conditions that can cause discomfort and embarrassment. But for many patients, the worst part of these and a number of other skin ailments may be the residual pigmentation left behind even when the conditions are successfully treated. 2008-06-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlestandard/dermatologytimes/232008/521341null XML http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Modern+Medicine+Now/May-2008-Briefing---Dermatology/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/630587?contextCategoryId=40162&ref=25 2008-06-01T04:00:00Z http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/data/articlenewsfeed/modernmedicine/402009/630587null XML