Omar Noor, MD, FAAD, kicked-off an enlightening presentation on pediatric and adult dermatology pearls Thursday with information on acne. Specifically, he outlined his thoughts and experiences related to using spironolactone in female patients. Additionally, he reviewed the approach to treatment for pregnant patients with acne including topical treatments, blue light, microdermabrasion, sulfur washes and masks. …
Dispelling myths associated with acne amongst teenagers and other patients is part of a dermatologist’s job that has expanded due to the internet and social media. In a discussion with Dermcast.live host Hope Cook, PA-C, renowned physician Hilary Baldwin laughs as she mentions “home remedies” for acne including the application of tooth paste and tomato …
Dermcast.live host Hope Cook, PA-C, engages Dr. Stephen Tyring in an interesting conversation about dermatological conditions for which off-label use of medications are helpful (e.g., warts and autoimmune blistering diseases). Dr. Tyring also guides listeners through situations in which off-label use is the only reasonable choice (e.g., no on-label medications exist, insurance does not cover …
Pediatric dermatologists pride themselves on being excellent clinical diagnosticians, Dr. Lisa Swanson stated during an Dermcast.live interview hosted by Rob Casquejo, PA-C. “We really try to figure it out based on the clues, the history, the way the rash presents or the way the spot looks,” she said. “But sometimes, we do have to biopsy”, …