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Physician-authored summaries on the latest research on atopic dermatitis, editorials on atopic dermatitis, and perspectives on atopic dermatitis - drawn from the top medical journals.
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Greasing the Tub and Skin
- November 2, 2007
- Mark V. Dahl, MD
For atopic dermatitis, it is probably more effective to rub on skin emollients than to soak in them.- Covering:
- , Drug Ther Bull 2007 Oct; 45:73.
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Mycophenolate Mofetil for Childhood Atopic Dermatitis
- July 13, 2007
- Jeffrey P. Callen, MD
MMF may be costly, but it appears to be an effective, alternative immunosuppressive agent for severe pediatric atopic dermatitis.- Covering:
- Heller M et al., Br J Dermatol 2007 Jul; 157:127-32.
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Filaggrin, Ichthyosis, and Atopy Revisited
- May 18, 2007
- Mark V. Dahl, MD
Innovative techniques uncover multiple mutations in the gene encoding filaggrin that increase risks for ichthyosis vulgaris or atopic dermatitis.- Covering:
- Sandilands A et al., Nat Genet 2007 May; 39:650-4.
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Do Prebiotics Prevent Atopic Dermatitis in Infants?
- August 25, 2006
- Mary Wu Chang, MD
Investigators added prebiotics to infant formula in an attempt to reproduce the preventive effects of breast-feeding on atopic dermatitis. -
Atopic Dermatitis — Peeling the OnionFree!
- August 4, 2006
- Lowell A. Goldsmith, MD, MPH
A useful and thorough overview of the latest findings on atopic dermatitis and recommendations for clinicians -
Scratching Below the Surface of Eczema
- April 25, 2006
- Hensin Tsao, MD, PhD
Common genetic variants are implicated in atopic disease, including atopic dermatitis.- Covering:
- Palmer CN et al., Nat Genet 2006 Apr; 38:441-6.
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Pimecrolimus vs. Tacrolimus: Which Is Better for Atopic Dermatitis?
- August 9, 2005
- Mary Wu Chang, MD
Pimecrolimus and tacrolimus are topical, nonsteroidal calcineurin inhibitors used in the treatment of atopic dermatitis. Pimecrolimus 1% cream is approved for patients at least 2 . . .- Covering:
- Kempers S et al., J Am Acad Dermatol 2004 Oct; 51:515-25.
- Paller AS et al., J Am Acad Dermatol 2005 May; 52:810-22.
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Tacrolimus Reduces Ring Around the Collar
- April 26, 2005
- Neil H. Shear, MD, FRCPC
"Dirty neck" refers to a reticulate hyperpigmentation seen predominantly on the anterior neck in adults with atopic dermatitis. Hydroquinone and corticosteroids have limited utility for . . .- Covering:
- Hira K et al., J Am Acad Dermatol 2005 Apr; 52:720-2.
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Tacrolimus and Pimecrolimus: Are They Better Than Steroids?
- April 12, 2005
- Mary Wu Chang, MD
Topical immunomodulators remain important alternatives for managing atopic dermatitis.- Covering:
- Ashcroft DM et al., BMJ 2005 Mar 5; 330:516-24.
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When Atopic Dermatitis Rises, Yeast May Have a Role
- December 14, 2004
- James Ferguson, MD, FRCP
The etiology of atopic dermatitis (AD) is multifactorial, with genetic, immunologic, and environmental elements as possible contributors. Various microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi, can . . .- Covering:
- Aspres N and Anderson C., Australas J Dermatol 2004 Nov; 45:199-205.
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Staph'ing Problems with Atopic Dermatitis
- November 12, 2002
- Hensin Tsao, MD, PhD
Colonization of the skin by Staphylococcal aureus is frequently found in patients with atopic dermatitis (AD), but less frequently in patients with psoriasis. The skin's . . .- Covering:
- Ong PY et al., N Engl J Med 2002 Oct 10; 347:1151-60.
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Intravenous Immunoglobulin Not Effective for Severe Atopic Dermatitis
- October 29, 2002
- Jeffrey P. Callen, MD
Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIg) is useful for many cutaneous inflammatory conditions. Chronic atopic dermatitis (AD) in adults is difficult to treat, and patients often receive systemic . . .- Covering:
- Paul C et al., Br J Dermatol 2002 Sep; 147:518-22.
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Atopic Dermatitis Patients Have Diabetes Mellitus Less Often Than Expected
- August 14, 2001
- JP Callen
Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a common immunologically mediated disorder that is prevalent in childhood. It is associated with a Th2 phenotype. Insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM) . . .- Covering:
- Olesen AB et al., Lancet 2001 Jun 2; 357:1749-1752.
- Olesen AB et al., Lancet 2001 Jun 2; 357:1749-1752.
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Atopic Dermatitis and UVA1: Limited Long-Term Efficacy
- June 1, 2000
- J Ferguson
Early data on the use of UVA1 (340-400 nm) for adult atopic dermatitis suggest that this type of phototherapy can be effective for acute exacerbations. . . .- Covering:
- Abeck D et al., J Am Acad Dermatol 2000 Feb ; 42:254-257.
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Short-Course Cyclosporin for Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis
- April 1, 2000
- EC Siegfried
Cyclosporin is licensed in the U.K.to treat adults with severe atopic dermatitis unresponsive to conventional therapy. This open, prospective, randomized multi-center study compared the safety . . .- Covering:
- Harper JI et al., Br J Dermatol 2000 Jan ; 142:52-58.
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Nonsedating Antihistamines for Atopic Dermatitis
- February 1, 2000
- EC Siegfried
Antihistamines are widely used to control pruritus associated with atopic dermatitis, but their efficacy has been addressed in few randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled studies. Dermatologists from . . .- Covering:
- Klein PA et al., Arch Dermatol 1999 Dec ; 135:1522-1522.
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Sleep Disturbance in Children with Atopic Dermatitis
- November 1, 1998
- EC Siegfried
At least 10% of children are afflicted with atopic dermatitis (AD), and the incidence may be increasing. Although some consider the disease merely skin deep, . . .- Covering:
- Stores G et al., Pediatr Dermatol 1998 ; 15:264-268.
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Treating Staphylococcus aureus Colonization in Atopic Dermatitis
- October 1, 1998
- JV Hirschmann
Staphylococcus aureus colonizes affected skin in nearly all patients with atopic dermatitis. Distinguishing between infection and harmless colonization is often difficult. Features commonly considered indicative . . .- Covering:
- Ewing CI et al., Br J Dermatol 1998 ; 138:1022-1029.
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UVA1 Therapy for Atopic Dermatitis Appears Effective
- September 1, 1998
- J Ferguson
Previous research suggests that atopic dermatitis may be treated successfully with long-wavelength (340 to 400 nm) UVA1 radiation. These wavelengths have immunomodulatory effects on epidermal . . .- Covering:
- Krutmann J et al., J Am Acad Dermatol 1998 ; 38:589-593.
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Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis
- September 1, 1998
- EC Siegfried
Atopic dermatitis is one of the difficult therapeutic challenges faced by dermatologists. The July 1998 issue of the Archives of Dermatology covered two studies and . . .- Covering:
- Stevens SR et al., Arch Dermatol 1998 ; 134:799-804.
- Van Leent EJM et al., Arch Dermatol 1998 ; 134:805-809.
- Carucci JA et al., Arch Dermatol 1998 ; 134:785-786.
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