Acne
Commentary
Inflammatory Acne: New Developments in Pathogenesis and Treatment
Acne vulgaris is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects the majority of the population at some point in their lifetime. It is characterized...
Clinical Topics & News
Most Common Dermatologic Conditions Encountered by Dermatologists and Nondermatologists
The dermatologic conditions that are most commonly encountered by nondermatologists are not well characterized, which can hamper efforts to train...
News
Collagen filler succeeds against acne scars
Key clinical point: A collagen-based filler significantly improved the appearance of acne scars in adults, with persistent improvement at 12...
News
Fractional laser technology reduces facial acne scarring
Key clinical point: Treatment of facial acne scars with a diffractive lens array and a picosecond 755-nm alexandrite laser improves the appearance...
For Residents
Applications of Lasers in Medical Dermatology
Lasers have become an important part of the dermatologist’s arsenal for the treatment of skin diseases. As such, familiarity with the usage and...
Article
Effects of Oral Isotretinoin on Lipids and Liver Enzymes in Acne Patients
Isotretinoin has been used to treat severe inflammatory acne that is resistant to antibiotics or topical agents; however, it also may cause...
News
VIDEO: Dr. Sheila F. Friedlander discusses when and why to worry about acne in young children
Video
VIDEO: What’s unique about treating acne in adult women
Drug Therapy
Topical Therapy for Acne in Women: Is There a Role for Clindamycin Phosphate–Benzoyl Peroxide Gel?
Acne vulgaris (AV) in adult women is commonly encountered in clinical dermatology practice.
Coding
ICD-10 Codes: More Specificity With More Characters
The key to success with International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM) coding will be additional...