Case-Based Approaches to Atopic Dermatitis Management

The panelist discusses how atopic dermatitis is a complex chronic skin condition causing significant physical and psychological burden, challenging patients and clinicians through multifaceted management requiring personalized, holistic approaches.

The panelist discusses how systemic atopic dermatitis (AD) treatment involves biologics and Janus kinase inhibitors for moderate to severe cases, targeting inflammation and itch with individualized approach based on patient factors, offering significant symptom improvement and skin barrier restoration.

The panelist discusses how an 8-year-old girl with moderate to severe atopic dermatitis requires a comprehensive treatment approach focusing on dupilumab as a potential systemic therapy. Treatment goals include reducing inflammation, improving quality of life, and providing age-appropriate, empathetic care while addressing patient and caregiver concerns about efficacy and safety.

The panelist discusses how a 35-year-old man with atopic dermatitis requires personalized, comprehensive management considering skin of color complexities, focusing on trigger identification, targeted therapies like dupilumab, and holistic approach to inflammation, skin barrier protection, and aesthetic concerns.