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Study Highlights Patient-Driven Risk Tolerance for Ritlecitinib in Severe Alopecia Areata
01/16/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
A new analysis highlights the importance of patient preferences in optimizing treatment strategies for severe alopecia areata.
A new analysis highlights the importance of patient preferences in optimizing treatment strategies for severe alopecia areata.
A new analysis highlights the...
01/16/2025
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
Impact of the Gut and Skin Microbiome in Alopecia
12/19/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to explore the current literature on the gut-skin connection in alopecia to summarize interventions that impact hair growth through modulation of the gut or skin microbiome.
Researchers aimed to explore the current literature on the gut-skin connection in alopecia to summarize interventions that impact hair growth through modulation of the gut or skin microbiome.
Researchers aimed to explore the...
12/19/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
Treatment Preferences of Adults and Adolescents With Alopecia Areata
12/19/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to gauge the treatment preferences of both adult (≥18 years) and adolescent (12–17 years) patients with alopecia areata in the United States and Europe.
Researchers aimed to gauge the treatment preferences of both adult (≥18 years) and adolescent (12–17 years) patients with alopecia areata in the United States and Europe.
Researchers aimed to gauge the...
12/19/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
Reflectance Confocal Microscopy and Dermoscopy: Insights Into Linear Alopecia in Pediatric Patients
12/12/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to enhance the diagnostic accuracy of alopecia areata, trichotillomania, nevus sebaceous, and linear scleroderma en coup de sabre, all of which can manifest as linear alopecia,
Researchers aimed to enhance the diagnostic accuracy of alopecia areata, trichotillomania, nevus sebaceous, and linear scleroderma en coup de sabre, all of which can manifest as linear alopecia,
Researchers aimed to enhance the...
12/12/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
Possible Association Between Genetically Predicted Rheumatoid Arthritis and Alopecia Areata
12/12/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to elucidate the potential causal relationship between rheumatoid arthritis and alopecia areata using the Mendelian randomization design.
Researchers aimed to elucidate the potential causal relationship between rheumatoid arthritis and alopecia areata using the Mendelian randomization design.
Researchers aimed to elucidate...
12/12/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
Clinical Benefits of Baricitinib Therapy in Patients With Severe Alopecia Areata
11/30/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers combined results from BRAVE-AA1 and BRAVE-AA2 clinical trials, investigating the impact of baricitinib treatment on scalp hair regrowth over 52 weeks.
Researchers combined results from BRAVE-AA1 and BRAVE-AA2 clinical trials, investigating the impact of baricitinib treatment on scalp hair regrowth over 52 weeks.
Researchers combined results...
11/30/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
Screening For Latent Infectious Disease in Patients With Alopecia Areata Before Using JAK Inhibitors
11/20/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to address the growing evidence supporting the efficacy of JAK inhibitors in treating alopecia areata.
Researchers aimed to address the growing evidence supporting the efficacy of JAK inhibitors in treating alopecia areata.
Researchers aimed to address the...
11/20/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
Utilizing Autologous Adipose Tissue Injection in Alopecia Treatment
11/17/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to explore the potential benefits of autologous adipose tissue injection, in the treatment of both scarring and nonscarring alopecia.
Researchers aimed to explore the potential benefits of autologous adipose tissue injection, in the treatment of both scarring and nonscarring alopecia.
Researchers aimed to explore the...
11/17/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
Association Between Zinc Deficiency and Alopecia Areata
11/16/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Zinc is a crucial element for DNA stability and repair and plays a role in maintaining normal hair growth.
Zinc is a crucial element for DNA stability and repair and plays a role in maintaining normal hair growth.
Zinc is a crucial element for...
11/16/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
Links Between Alopecia Areata and Auditory Dysfunction
10/23/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to investigate the link between alopecia areata and hearing problems.
Researchers aimed to investigate the link between alopecia areata and hearing problems.
Researchers aimed to investigate...
10/23/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
Mast Cells and Plasma Possible Markers for Alopecia Areata and Periodontitis
09/22/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to delve into the connection between alopecia areata and periodontitis.
Researchers aimed to delve into the connection between alopecia areata and periodontitis.
Researchers aimed to delve into...
09/22/2023
The Dermatologist

Expert Insights

Dr Natasha Atanaskova Mesinkovska
Podcasts
Dr Natasha Atanaskova Mesinkovska on Alopecia Areata
05/16/2023
Natasha Atanaskova Mesinkovska, MD, PhD
In this exclusive interview, Dr Natasha Atanaskova Mesinkovska discussed her session on hair loss and treatment options for alopecia areata.
In this exclusive interview, Dr Natasha Atanaskova Mesinkovska discussed her session on hair loss and treatment options for alopecia areata.
In this exclusive interview, Dr...
05/16/2023
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CH
Videos
How to Teach Families About Safe Hair Care for Skin of Color
01/17/2022
Candrice Heath, MD, FAAP, FAAD
Candrice Heath, MD, discusses how to teach families about safe hair care practices for skin of color.
Candrice Heath, MD, discusses how to teach families about safe hair care practices for skin of color.
Candrice Heath, MD, discusses...
01/17/2022
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CH
Videos
Integrating Skin of Color Hair Care for Young Patients
01/09/2022
Candrice Heath, MD, FAAP, FAAD
In this video, Candrice Heath, MD, shares what dermatologists should consider when treating skin of color hair in younger patients.
In this video, Candrice Heath, MD, shares what dermatologists should consider when treating skin of color hair in younger patients.
In this video, Candrice Heath,...
01/09/2022
The Dermatologist
Feature Story
Growing in Your Hair Practice
02/16/2021
Lauren Mateja
With the emphasis on emergent conditions and chronic disease management, dermatology sometimes overlooks the importance of hair. Patients who have seen a dermatologist may exhibit signs and symptoms of alopecia,...
With the emphasis on emergent conditions and chronic disease management, dermatology sometimes overlooks the importance of hair. Patients who have seen a dermatologist may exhibit signs and symptoms of alopecia,...
With...
02/16/2021
The Dermatologist
Feature Story
Treating Androgenetic Alopecia: A Review of Nonsurgical Options
07/15/2020
Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is a common form of hair loss that affects an estimated 80 million Americans.1 In men, it can begin as early as the teen years and follows a characteristic pattern, and in women, AGA...
Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is a common form of hair loss that affects an estimated 80 million Americans.1 In men, it can begin as early as the teen years and follows a characteristic pattern, and in women, AGA...
...
07/15/2020
The Dermatologist
Feature Story
Hair Loss Treatments: A Word of Caution
09/04/2008
More than 50% of the population of men in their 50s has cosmetically significant male pattern hair loss. No doubt, the pressure on individuals to look younger comes from all directions in our society.
More than 50% of the population of men in their 50s has cosmetically significant male pattern hair loss. No doubt, the pressure on individuals to look younger comes from all directions in our society.
More than 50% of the population...
09/04/2008
The Dermatologist
Melissa Piliang
Videos
Managing Eyebrow & Eyelash Loss in Alopecia Areata: Emotional Impact & Treatment Insights
02/01/2026
Melissa Piliang, MD
In an insightful conversation with Dr Melissa Piliang, we explore how eyebrow and eyelash loss affects patients’ quality of life, advancements in treatment options, and how new clinical trials are offering hope for patients seeking eyebrow...
In an insightful conversation with Dr Melissa Piliang, we explore how eyebrow and eyelash loss affects patients’ quality of life, advancements in treatment options, and how new clinical trials are offering hope for patients seeking eyebrow...
In an insightful conversation...
02/01/2026
The Dermatologist
Cover Story
Forward Focus: Top Trends in Dermatology for 2026
01/30/2026
Joseph F. Merola, MD, MMSc; Alice Bendix Gottlieb, MD, PhD
From low disease activity and remission to digital measurement, equity, and access, Dr Joseph Merola and Dr Alice Gottlieb map where dermatology is heading next.
From low disease activity and remission to digital measurement, equity, and access, Dr Joseph Merola and Dr Alice Gottlieb map where dermatology is heading next.
From low disease activity and...
01/30/2026
The Dermatologist
Peter Lio
Clinical Insights
Urbanization, Lifestyle, and Skin Barrier Damage in Atopic Dermatitis
01/20/2026
Peter Lio, MD, FAAD
Dr Peter Lio discusses how urbanization, modern lifestyles, and shifting environmental exposures may be driving rising rates of allergic rhinitis, food allergy, and atopic dermatitis—and which exposures should most concern clinicians.
Dr Peter Lio discusses how urbanization, modern lifestyles, and shifting environmental exposures may be driving rising rates of allergic rhinitis, food allergy, and atopic dermatitis—and which exposures should most concern clinicians.
Dr Peter Lio discusses how...
01/20/2026
Allergy & Immunology
Stephen D. Hess, MD, PhD
Videos
Electrical Impedance Spectroscopy For Skin Cancer Screening
01/13/2026
Stephen D. Hess, MD, PhD
Dr Stephen Hess shares how he integrates the augmented intelligence-based Nevisense device into real-world dermatology practice to enhance clinical decision-making.
Dr Stephen Hess shares how he integrates the augmented intelligence-based Nevisense device into real-world dermatology practice to enhance clinical decision-making.
Dr Stephen Hess shares how he...
01/13/2026
The Dermatologist
melissa Piliang
Videos
JAK Inhibitors & Boxed Warnings
12/17/2025
Melissa Piliang, MD
Gain expert insight into the origins and implications of the boxed warning on JAK inhibitors for dermatologists treating alopecia areata. Learn about clinical trial data, patient selection, risk mitigation strategies, and the importance of...
Gain expert insight into the origins and implications of the boxed warning on JAK inhibitors for dermatologists treating alopecia areata. Learn about clinical trial data, patient selection, risk mitigation strategies, and the importance of...
Gain expert insight into the...
12/17/2025
The Dermatologist
Cover Story
Redefining the Standard: Adjuvant and Neoadjuvant Immunotherapy in High-Risk, Advanced CSCC
12/09/2025
Vishal A Patel, MD
With new data supporting adjuvant cemiplimab and promising outcomes from neoadjuvant strategies, immunotherapy is reshaping the treatment landscape for high-risk and advanced cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma.
With new data supporting adjuvant cemiplimab and promising outcomes from neoadjuvant strategies, immunotherapy is reshaping the treatment landscape for high-risk and advanced cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma.
With new data supporting...
12/09/2025
The Dermatologist
Part 3
Videos
Part 3: Rebuilding Confidence: Multidisciplinary and Holistic Approaches to Severe Alopecia Areata
11/03/2025
Brittany Craiglow, MD; Brett A. King, MD, PhD; Maryanne Makredes Senna, MD
In the final installment of this expert roundtable series, top dermatologists discuss holistic care in alopecia areata, including emotional support, patient education, and resources like the National Alopecia Areata Foundation. Learn how to...
In the final installment of this expert roundtable series, top dermatologists discuss holistic care in alopecia areata, including emotional support, patient education, and resources like the National Alopecia Areata Foundation. Learn how to...
In the final installment of this...
11/03/2025
The Dermatologist
Part 3
Q&As
Rebuilding Confidence in Alopecia Areata: Multidisciplinary, Holistic Support for Patients and Families
11/03/2025
Brittany Craiglow, MD; Brett A. King, MD, PhD; Maryanne Makredes Senna, MD
Experts explore holistic and emotional support strategies to empower patients with alopecia areata—beyond medicine, toward identity and healing.
Experts explore holistic and emotional support strategies to empower patients with alopecia areata—beyond medicine, toward identity and healing.
Experts explore holistic and...
11/03/2025
The Dermatologist
Cover Story
Chronic Hand Eczema: Breaking Out of the Atopic Dermatitis Umbrella
10/06/2025
Jeff Yu, MD
This condition may be far more common and burdensome than previously recognized in US dermatologic practice.
This condition may be far more common and burdensome than previously recognized in US dermatologic practice.
This condition may be far more...
10/06/2025
The Dermatologist
Feature Story
Monitoring Patients on Systemic Treatments: Deucravacitinib
10/06/2025
Dina Collins, MD, MS; Chenan Andy Huang, MD; Kristina Callis-Duffin, MD, MS; Shari Lipner, MD, PhD; Bruce E. Strober, MD, PhD; Steven R. Feldman, MD, PhD
This new series presents practical, concise guidance for monitoring specific systemic drugs. In this article, dermatologists share their approach to the oral Janus kinase inhibitor deucravacitinib for patients with moderate-to-severe plaque...
This new series presents practical, concise guidance for monitoring specific systemic drugs. In this article, dermatologists share their approach to the oral Janus kinase inhibitor deucravacitinib for patients with moderate-to-severe plaque...
This new series presents...
10/06/2025
The Dermatologist

News

alopecia areata
News
Study Highlights Patient-Driven Risk Tolerance for Ritlecitinib in Severe Alopecia Areata
01/16/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
A new analysis highlights the importance of patient preferences in optimizing treatment strategies for severe alopecia areata.
A new analysis highlights the importance of patient preferences in optimizing treatment strategies for severe alopecia areata.
A new analysis highlights the...
01/16/2025
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
Impact of the Gut and Skin Microbiome in Alopecia
12/19/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to explore the current literature on the gut-skin connection in alopecia to summarize interventions that impact hair growth through modulation of the gut or skin microbiome.
Researchers aimed to explore the current literature on the gut-skin connection in alopecia to summarize interventions that impact hair growth through modulation of the gut or skin microbiome.
Researchers aimed to explore the...
12/19/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
Treatment Preferences of Adults and Adolescents With Alopecia Areata
12/19/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to gauge the treatment preferences of both adult (≥18 years) and adolescent (12–17 years) patients with alopecia areata in the United States and Europe.
Researchers aimed to gauge the treatment preferences of both adult (≥18 years) and adolescent (12–17 years) patients with alopecia areata in the United States and Europe.
Researchers aimed to gauge the...
12/19/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
Reflectance Confocal Microscopy and Dermoscopy: Insights Into Linear Alopecia in Pediatric Patients
12/12/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to enhance the diagnostic accuracy of alopecia areata, trichotillomania, nevus sebaceous, and linear scleroderma en coup de sabre, all of which can manifest as linear alopecia,
Researchers aimed to enhance the diagnostic accuracy of alopecia areata, trichotillomania, nevus sebaceous, and linear scleroderma en coup de sabre, all of which can manifest as linear alopecia,
Researchers aimed to enhance the...
12/12/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
Possible Association Between Genetically Predicted Rheumatoid Arthritis and Alopecia Areata
12/12/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to elucidate the potential causal relationship between rheumatoid arthritis and alopecia areata using the Mendelian randomization design.
Researchers aimed to elucidate the potential causal relationship between rheumatoid arthritis and alopecia areata using the Mendelian randomization design.
Researchers aimed to elucidate...
12/12/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
Clinical Benefits of Baricitinib Therapy in Patients With Severe Alopecia Areata
11/30/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers combined results from BRAVE-AA1 and BRAVE-AA2 clinical trials, investigating the impact of baricitinib treatment on scalp hair regrowth over 52 weeks.
Researchers combined results from BRAVE-AA1 and BRAVE-AA2 clinical trials, investigating the impact of baricitinib treatment on scalp hair regrowth over 52 weeks.
Researchers combined results...
11/30/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
Screening For Latent Infectious Disease in Patients With Alopecia Areata Before Using JAK Inhibitors
11/20/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to address the growing evidence supporting the efficacy of JAK inhibitors in treating alopecia areata.
Researchers aimed to address the growing evidence supporting the efficacy of JAK inhibitors in treating alopecia areata.
Researchers aimed to address the...
11/20/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
Utilizing Autologous Adipose Tissue Injection in Alopecia Treatment
11/17/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to explore the potential benefits of autologous adipose tissue injection, in the treatment of both scarring and nonscarring alopecia.
Researchers aimed to explore the potential benefits of autologous adipose tissue injection, in the treatment of both scarring and nonscarring alopecia.
Researchers aimed to explore the...
11/17/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
Association Between Zinc Deficiency and Alopecia Areata
11/16/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Zinc is a crucial element for DNA stability and repair and plays a role in maintaining normal hair growth.
Zinc is a crucial element for DNA stability and repair and plays a role in maintaining normal hair growth.
Zinc is a crucial element for...
11/16/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
Links Between Alopecia Areata and Auditory Dysfunction
10/23/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to investigate the link between alopecia areata and hearing problems.
Researchers aimed to investigate the link between alopecia areata and hearing problems.
Researchers aimed to investigate...
10/23/2023
The Dermatologist
psoriasis
News
Low Prevalence but Meaningful Impact of Psychological Symptoms Seen in Well-Controlled Psoriasis
02/03/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Anxiety and depression symptoms can still occur in young adults with well-controlled psoriasis, even when disease activity is minimal, according to a cross-sectional study exploring psychological distress and its potential biological...
Anxiety and depression symptoms can still occur in young adults with well-controlled psoriasis, even when disease activity is minimal, according to a cross-sectional study exploring psychological distress and its potential biological...
Anxiety and depression symptoms...
02/03/2026
The Dermatologist
psoriasis
News
Mathematical Modeling Study Highlights Cytokine Balance and Stem Cell Feedback in Psoriasis Control
01/22/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
A new systems biology study using mathematical modeling provides insight into how cytokine imbalance drives psoriasis flares and suggests that restoring immune-epidermal feedback.
A new systems biology study using mathematical modeling provides insight into how cytokine imbalance drives psoriasis flares and suggests that restoring immune-epidermal feedback.
A new systems biology study...
01/22/2026
The Dermatologist
Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma
News
Managing Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma
01/06/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
An updated evidence-based review outlines contemporary strategies for evaluating and managing cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma.
An updated evidence-based review outlines contemporary strategies for evaluating and managing cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma.
An updated evidence-based review...
01/06/2026
The Dermatologist
Atopic dermatitis
FDA Alerts
FDA Approves Roflumilast Cream 0.05% for Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis in Children Aged 2 to 5
10/06/2025
Riya Gandhi, MA
On October 6, 2025, the US FDA approved ZORYVE (roflumilast) cream 0.05% for the topical treatment of mild-to-moderate atopic dermatitis in pediatric patients aged 2 to 5 years.
On October 6, 2025, the US FDA approved ZORYVE (roflumilast) cream 0.05% for the topical treatment of mild-to-moderate atopic dermatitis in pediatric patients aged 2 to 5 years.
On October 6, 2025, the US FDA...
10/06/2025
The Dermatologist
AD
FDA Alerts
FDA Approves Opzelura for Atopic Dermatitis in Children Aged 2–11
09/18/2025
Riya Gandhi, MA
US FDA approved Opzelura (ruxolitinib) cream 1.5% for the short-term and noncontinuous chronic treatment of mild-to-moderate AD in nonimmunocompromised children aged 2 years and older.
US FDA approved Opzelura (ruxolitinib) cream 1.5% for the short-term and noncontinuous chronic treatment of mild-to-moderate AD in nonimmunocompromised children aged 2 years and older.
US FDA approved Opzelura...
09/18/2025
The Dermatologist
FDA Alerts
Anzupgo Available for Prescribing Today
09/08/2025
Coleen Stern, MA
FDA recently approved delgocitinib cream as the first and only treatment indicated for moderate-to-severe chronic hand eczema in adults.
FDA recently approved delgocitinib cream as the first and only treatment indicated for moderate-to-severe chronic hand eczema in adults.
FDA recently approved...
09/08/2025
The Dermatologist
psoriatic arthritis
News
Rare Case Highlights Diagnostic and Treatment Challenges in PsA–Myopathy Overlap
09/02/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
The case study, accompanied by a review of 17 similar reports, details shared immunopathogenesis and conflicting treatment responses in this rare overlap syndrome.
The case study, accompanied by a review of 17 similar reports, details shared immunopathogenesis and conflicting treatment responses in this rare overlap syndrome.
The case study, accompanied by a...
09/02/2025
The Dermatologist
psoriatic arthritis
News
Real-World Data Support ITABIO Guidelines for Second-Line Biologic Use in Inflammatory Arthritis
09/02/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
The study evaluated treatment patterns and patient characteristics to assess the impact of these guidelines in real-world care.
The study evaluated treatment patterns and patient characteristics to assess the impact of these guidelines in real-world care.
The study evaluated treatment...
09/02/2025
The Dermatologist
psoriasis
News
Study Links Hypothyroidism to Psoriasis, Independent of Disease Severity
09/02/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
The findings suggest that thyroid abnormalities may represent an independent comorbidity, rather than a direct consequence of psoriasis severity.
The findings suggest that thyroid abnormalities may represent an independent comorbidity, rather than a direct consequence of psoriasis severity.
The findings suggest that...
09/02/2025
The Dermatologist
psoriasis
News
Beta-Blockers Not Linked to Increased Psoriasis Risk, Study Finds
09/02/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
A new multi-method analysis challenges long-standing concerns regarding beta-blockers and their role in triggering or worsening psoriasis.
A new multi-method analysis challenges long-standing concerns regarding beta-blockers and their role in triggering or worsening psoriasis.
A new multi-method analysis...
09/02/2025
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Quizzes and Polls

Quiz
Trivia: Alopecia Areata
03/29/2019
Which finding is common among patients with alopecia areata affecting the nails?
Which finding is common among patients with alopecia areata affecting the nails?
Which finding is common among...
03/29/2019
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Quiz
Initiating JAK Inhibitors in AA: Screening, Safety, and Shared Decision-Making
01/15/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Test your knowledge of best practices before initiating JAK inhibitors for alopecia areata.
Test your knowledge of best practices before initiating JAK inhibitors for alopecia areata.
Test your knowledge of best...
01/15/2026
The Dermatologist
Quiz
MACE Risk in Alopecia Areata: What Clinical Trials and Real-World Data Reveal
01/05/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
This quiz examines which patients experienced MACE events in clinical trials and how real-world incidence data compares.
This quiz examines which patients experienced MACE events in clinical trials and how real-world incidence data compares.
This quiz examines which...
01/05/2026
The Dermatologist
Quiz
Why Higher JAK Doses Raise Safety Concerns in AD
01/01/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Dive into kinase dynamics—can you pinpoint the molecular reason behind increased adverse event risk with high-dose JAK inhibitor therapy?
Dive into kinase dynamics—can you pinpoint the molecular reason behind increased adverse event risk with high-dose JAK inhibitor therapy?
Dive into kinase dynamics—can...
01/01/2026
The Dermatologist
Quiz
What Drives Fibrosis in Chronic Atopic Dermatitis Lesions?
01/01/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Take the quiz to explore how fibroblasts respond to Type 2 cytokines in long-standing AD.
Take the quiz to explore how fibroblasts respond to Type 2 cytokines in long-standing AD.
Take the quiz to explore how...
01/01/2026
The Dermatologist
Quiz
Alopecia Areata Support Systems, Peer Networks, and Patient Misinformation
12/20/2025
Riya Gandhi, MA
How do you guide patients through peer-driven misinformation and anxiety-provoking online forums? Take this quiz to refine your approach to trusted resources and patient-centered reassurance.
How do you guide patients through peer-driven misinformation and anxiety-provoking online forums? Take this quiz to refine your approach to trusted resources and patient-centered reassurance.
How do you guide patients...
12/20/2025
The Dermatologist
acne
Quiz
Quiz: Acne Topical Therapy
12/18/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
Which advancement in topical acne therapy was highlighted as improving tolerability while maintaining efficacy?
Which advancement in topical acne therapy was highlighted as improving tolerability while maintaining efficacy?
Which advancement in topical...
12/18/2025
The Dermatologist
psoriasis
Quiz
Quiz: Clinical Clue in Psoriasis Diagnosis
12/18/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
What clinical clue should prompt a dermatologist to question the diagnosis of psoriasis, especially when highly effective agents fail?
What clinical clue should prompt a dermatologist to question the diagnosis of psoriasis, especially when highly effective agents fail?
What clinical clue should prompt...
12/18/2025
The Dermatologist
Quiz
Etiological Communication, Atopy, and First-Visit Navigation in AA
12/10/2025
Riya Gandhi, MA
Master the first-visit conversation for AA patients. Quiz yourself on how to balance hope with realism, address comorbid atopy, and respond to the quest for deeper causality in autoimmune disease.
Master the first-visit conversation for AA patients. Quiz yourself on how to balance hope with realism, address comorbid atopy, and respond to the quest for deeper causality in autoimmune disease.
Master the first-visit...
12/10/2025
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Quiz
Clinical Benefit of Accurate Risk Stratification in cSCC Management
12/04/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
What is the primary clinical benefit of accurate risk stratification in cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma management?
What is the primary clinical benefit of accurate risk stratification in cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma management?
What is the primary clinical...
12/04/2025
The Dermatologist
Quiz
Investigative Urgency and Autoimmune Framing in AA
12/01/2025
Riya Gandhi, MA
Patients often seek extensive testing to “find the root cause” of AA. Take this quiz to sharpen your ability to guide these discussions.
Patients often seek extensive testing to “find the root cause” of AA. Take this quiz to sharpen your ability to guide these discussions.
Patients often seek extensive...
12/01/2025
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alopecia areata
News
Study Highlights Patient-Driven Risk Tolerance for Ritlecitinib in Severe Alopecia Areata
01/16/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
A new analysis highlights the importance of patient preferences in optimizing treatment strategies for severe alopecia areata.
A new analysis highlights the importance of patient preferences in optimizing treatment strategies for severe alopecia areata.
A new analysis highlights the...
01/16/2025
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
Impact of the Gut and Skin Microbiome in Alopecia
12/19/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to explore the current literature on the gut-skin connection in alopecia to summarize interventions that impact hair growth through modulation of the gut or skin microbiome.
Researchers aimed to explore the current literature on the gut-skin connection in alopecia to summarize interventions that impact hair growth through modulation of the gut or skin microbiome.
Researchers aimed to explore the...
12/19/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
Treatment Preferences of Adults and Adolescents With Alopecia Areata
12/19/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to gauge the treatment preferences of both adult (≥18 years) and adolescent (12–17 years) patients with alopecia areata in the United States and Europe.
Researchers aimed to gauge the treatment preferences of both adult (≥18 years) and adolescent (12–17 years) patients with alopecia areata in the United States and Europe.
Researchers aimed to gauge the...
12/19/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
Reflectance Confocal Microscopy and Dermoscopy: Insights Into Linear Alopecia in Pediatric Patients
12/12/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to enhance the diagnostic accuracy of alopecia areata, trichotillomania, nevus sebaceous, and linear scleroderma en coup de sabre, all of which can manifest as linear alopecia,
Researchers aimed to enhance the diagnostic accuracy of alopecia areata, trichotillomania, nevus sebaceous, and linear scleroderma en coup de sabre, all of which can manifest as linear alopecia,
Researchers aimed to enhance the...
12/12/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
Possible Association Between Genetically Predicted Rheumatoid Arthritis and Alopecia Areata
12/12/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to elucidate the potential causal relationship between rheumatoid arthritis and alopecia areata using the Mendelian randomization design.
Researchers aimed to elucidate the potential causal relationship between rheumatoid arthritis and alopecia areata using the Mendelian randomization design.
Researchers aimed to elucidate...
12/12/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
Clinical Benefits of Baricitinib Therapy in Patients With Severe Alopecia Areata
11/30/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers combined results from BRAVE-AA1 and BRAVE-AA2 clinical trials, investigating the impact of baricitinib treatment on scalp hair regrowth over 52 weeks.
Researchers combined results from BRAVE-AA1 and BRAVE-AA2 clinical trials, investigating the impact of baricitinib treatment on scalp hair regrowth over 52 weeks.
Researchers combined results...
11/30/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
Screening For Latent Infectious Disease in Patients With Alopecia Areata Before Using JAK Inhibitors
11/20/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to address the growing evidence supporting the efficacy of JAK inhibitors in treating alopecia areata.
Researchers aimed to address the growing evidence supporting the efficacy of JAK inhibitors in treating alopecia areata.
Researchers aimed to address the...
11/20/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
Utilizing Autologous Adipose Tissue Injection in Alopecia Treatment
11/17/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to explore the potential benefits of autologous adipose tissue injection, in the treatment of both scarring and nonscarring alopecia.
Researchers aimed to explore the potential benefits of autologous adipose tissue injection, in the treatment of both scarring and nonscarring alopecia.
Researchers aimed to explore the...
11/17/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
Association Between Zinc Deficiency and Alopecia Areata
11/16/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Zinc is a crucial element for DNA stability and repair and plays a role in maintaining normal hair growth.
Zinc is a crucial element for DNA stability and repair and plays a role in maintaining normal hair growth.
Zinc is a crucial element for...
11/16/2023
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
News
Links Between Alopecia Areata and Auditory Dysfunction
10/23/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to investigate the link between alopecia areata and hearing problems.
Researchers aimed to investigate the link between alopecia areata and hearing problems.
Researchers aimed to investigate...
10/23/2023
The Dermatologist
psoriasis
News
Low Prevalence but Meaningful Impact of Psychological Symptoms Seen in Well-Controlled Psoriasis
02/03/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Anxiety and depression symptoms can still occur in young adults with well-controlled psoriasis, even when disease activity is minimal, according to a cross-sectional study exploring psychological distress and its potential biological...
Anxiety and depression symptoms can still occur in young adults with well-controlled psoriasis, even when disease activity is minimal, according to a cross-sectional study exploring psychological distress and its potential biological...
Anxiety and depression symptoms...
02/03/2026
The Dermatologist
psoriasis
News
Mathematical Modeling Study Highlights Cytokine Balance and Stem Cell Feedback in Psoriasis Control
01/22/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
A new systems biology study using mathematical modeling provides insight into how cytokine imbalance drives psoriasis flares and suggests that restoring immune-epidermal feedback.
A new systems biology study using mathematical modeling provides insight into how cytokine imbalance drives psoriasis flares and suggests that restoring immune-epidermal feedback.
A new systems biology study...
01/22/2026
The Dermatologist
Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma
News
Managing Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma
01/06/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
An updated evidence-based review outlines contemporary strategies for evaluating and managing cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma.
An updated evidence-based review outlines contemporary strategies for evaluating and managing cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma.
An updated evidence-based review...
01/06/2026
The Dermatologist
Atopic dermatitis
FDA Alerts
FDA Approves Roflumilast Cream 0.05% for Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis in Children Aged 2 to 5
10/06/2025
Riya Gandhi, MA
On October 6, 2025, the US FDA approved ZORYVE (roflumilast) cream 0.05% for the topical treatment of mild-to-moderate atopic dermatitis in pediatric patients aged 2 to 5 years.
On October 6, 2025, the US FDA approved ZORYVE (roflumilast) cream 0.05% for the topical treatment of mild-to-moderate atopic dermatitis in pediatric patients aged 2 to 5 years.
On October 6, 2025, the US FDA...
10/06/2025
The Dermatologist
AD
FDA Alerts
FDA Approves Opzelura for Atopic Dermatitis in Children Aged 2–11
09/18/2025
Riya Gandhi, MA
US FDA approved Opzelura (ruxolitinib) cream 1.5% for the short-term and noncontinuous chronic treatment of mild-to-moderate AD in nonimmunocompromised children aged 2 years and older.
US FDA approved Opzelura (ruxolitinib) cream 1.5% for the short-term and noncontinuous chronic treatment of mild-to-moderate AD in nonimmunocompromised children aged 2 years and older.
US FDA approved Opzelura...
09/18/2025
The Dermatologist
FDA Alerts
Anzupgo Available for Prescribing Today
09/08/2025
Coleen Stern, MA
FDA recently approved delgocitinib cream as the first and only treatment indicated for moderate-to-severe chronic hand eczema in adults.
FDA recently approved delgocitinib cream as the first and only treatment indicated for moderate-to-severe chronic hand eczema in adults.
FDA recently approved...
09/08/2025
The Dermatologist
psoriatic arthritis
News
Rare Case Highlights Diagnostic and Treatment Challenges in PsA–Myopathy Overlap
09/02/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
The case study, accompanied by a review of 17 similar reports, details shared immunopathogenesis and conflicting treatment responses in this rare overlap syndrome.
The case study, accompanied by a review of 17 similar reports, details shared immunopathogenesis and conflicting treatment responses in this rare overlap syndrome.
The case study, accompanied by a...
09/02/2025
The Dermatologist
psoriatic arthritis
News
Real-World Data Support ITABIO Guidelines for Second-Line Biologic Use in Inflammatory Arthritis
09/02/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
The study evaluated treatment patterns and patient characteristics to assess the impact of these guidelines in real-world care.
The study evaluated treatment patterns and patient characteristics to assess the impact of these guidelines in real-world care.
The study evaluated treatment...
09/02/2025
The Dermatologist
psoriasis
News
Study Links Hypothyroidism to Psoriasis, Independent of Disease Severity
09/02/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
The findings suggest that thyroid abnormalities may represent an independent comorbidity, rather than a direct consequence of psoriasis severity.
The findings suggest that thyroid abnormalities may represent an independent comorbidity, rather than a direct consequence of psoriasis severity.
The findings suggest that...
09/02/2025
The Dermatologist
psoriasis
News
Beta-Blockers Not Linked to Increased Psoriasis Risk, Study Finds
09/02/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
A new multi-method analysis challenges long-standing concerns regarding beta-blockers and their role in triggering or worsening psoriasis.
A new multi-method analysis challenges long-standing concerns regarding beta-blockers and their role in triggering or worsening psoriasis.
A new multi-method analysis...
09/02/2025
The Dermatologist

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