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Dr Natasha Atanaskova Mesinkovska on Alopecia Areata

05/16/2023

In this exclusive interview following the 2023 AAD Annual Meeting, Dr Natasha Atanaskova Mesinkovska discussed her session on hair loss and treatment options for alopecia areata.

Natasha Atanaskova Mesinkovska, MD, PhD, is an associate professor and vice chair for clinical research in the department of dermatology at the University of California in Irvine, CA.

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What Is Causing This Man’s Pruritic Rash?

11/15/2016

Alexander K. Leung, MD, and Benjamin Barankin, MD

A 40-year-old East Indian man presented with a chronic, recurrent, erythematous rash limited to the inguinal and axillary areas for the past 3 years

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11/15/2016

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More to Skin Than Meets the Eye: Bullying and Childhood Skin Conditions

09/11/2020

Maria A. Leszczynska, MD, Sasha D. Jaquez, PhD, Lucia Z. Diaz, MD

Bullying is common in childhood, and children with visible skin conditions can be highly vulnerable. Dermatologists can play a critical role into helping their pediatric patients through early screening and management.

Bullying is common in childhood,...

09/11/2020

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What Is This Hyperpigmented Annular Axillary Rash?

06/17/2021

Stetson Albertson, DO; Jeffrey Dickman, DO; and Steve Grekin, DO Amor Khachemoune, MD, FAAD, FACMS, Section Editor

An otherwise healthy 56-year-old White woman presented to the dermatology department for evaluation of a rash to the bilateral axillae, wrists, and inframammary folds. What Is The Diagnosis?

An otherwise healthy 56-year-old...

06/17/2021

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What Caused These Bluish Bumps?

08/30/2017

Amanda Rusk, MSIV

Nina N. Rettig, PA-C

Sri Krishna Chaitanya Arudra, MD

Jean E. Thomas, MD

and Lorie Gottwald, MD

A 16-year-old man was brought to the dermatology clinic by his father for evaluation of several small bluish “bumps” that he first noticed at least 6 months prior on his left wrist.

A 16-year-old man was brought to...

08/30/2017

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BILLING THE NURSE VISIT

09/08/2009

As our coding expert explains, the key to the correct application of the codes for nurse or medical assistant visits, including the 99211 code, lies mainly in knowing what not to bill.

As our coding expert explains,...

09/08/2009

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QUIZ: Topical PDE-4 Inhibitors For Atopic Dermatitis, Seborrheic Dermatitis, and Psoriasis

08/10/2024

Riya Gandhi , MA;

What strategies did Dr Merola emphasize for atopic dermatitis?

What strategies did Dr Merola...

08/10/2024

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contact dermtitis + Neck + Eczema + rash

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QUIZ: Patient Experiences in Contact Dermatitis and Patch Testing

07/14/2024

What is a common challenge for patients during the patch testing week?

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07/14/2024

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Quiz: Barrier to Mental Health Support in Patients with Atopic Dermatitis

05/30/2024

Riya Gandhi, MA, Associate Editor

According to a recent interview with Jessica Johnson, MPH, what is a significant barrier to seeking mental health support among patients with atopic dermatitis?

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05/30/2024

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Quiz: Atopic Dermatitis Spotlight

05/06/2024

Riya Gandhi, MA, Associate Editor

Which class of medications received a "general thumbs up" in the latest guidelines for atopic dermatitis management due to their efficacy and low cancer risk?

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05/06/2024

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True or False: Basal Cell Carcinoma on Vermilion Lip

05/01/2024

Is basal cell carcinoma on the vermilion lip a distinctly rare phenomenon, sparsely documented in existing literature?

Is basal cell carcinoma on the...

05/01/2024

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Atopic Dermatitis + Eczema + Itch + Rash + Kids + Legs + Elbow + Knee

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Quiz: Navigating New Therapies in Atopic Dermatitis

04/10/2024

Riya Gandhi, MA, Associate Editor

In a recent interview, Dr Jonathan Silverberg, mentioned the importance of understanding the strengths and weaknesses of new therapies. Which aspect did he particularly emphasize as crucial in clinical practice?

In a recent interview, Dr...

04/10/2024

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Trivia: Atopic Dermatitis Patients With Alopecia Areata

02/28/2024

Riya Gandhi, MA, Associate Editor

02/28/2024

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Trivia: Itch Cycle and OTC Products

12/27/2023

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12/20/2023

Jessica Garlewicz, Digital Managing Editor

When treating mild to moderate and moderate to severe plaque psoriasis, what is the recommended treatment?

When treating mild to moderate...

12/20/2023

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Dupilumab Mechanism of Action

11/07/2023

Jessica Garlewicz, Digital Managing Editor

According to a recent interview with Dr Ilka Arun Netravali, what is the mechanism of action behind dupilumab that translates to effective suppression of atopic disease?

According to a recent interview...

11/07/2023

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Dr Natasha Atanaskova Mesinkovska on Alopecia Areata

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