Dupilumab Treatment Improves Sleep Quality in Moderate-to-Severe AD in Children and Their Caregivers
July 7th 2022Sleep disturbance is a significant factor in reduced quality of life for children and adolescents. A study at a poster session for the SPD 2022 47th Annual Meeting was presented on treating this population with dupilumab (Dupixent) to help with sleep quality showed positive results.
Ready, Set, Go: Countdown to the Society for Pediatric Dermatology Conference
June 28th 2022Lawrence Eichenfield, MD, is excited about the upcoming Society for Pediatric Dermatology Conference in Indianapolis July 7-10, where he will be presenting the AAP Section on Dermatology Alvin Jacobs Award to Sheila Fallon Friedlander, MD
Considerations before ordering genetic tests
July 15th 2019Recognize whether the test being ordered is the right one for the condition suspected, as well as whether the patient’s insurance company will fund it, Jennifer Hand, M.D., told colleagues at the Society for Pediatric Dermatology Annual Meeting this weekend in Austin, Texas.
New triggers for contact dermatitis in adults and kids
July 14th 2019Rajani Katta, M.D., shared some of the new triggers for contact dermatitis at this weekend's Society for Pediatric Dermatology Annual Meeting in Austin, Texas. With a practice nearly exclusively dedicated to treating this condition, she's seen a rising number of cases related to essential oils and flavorings.