Ted Rosen, MD, began his lecture on itchy dermatoses by defining itch as “the unpleasant sensation which evokes the desire to scratch.” While histamine can be a major driver of itch, there are numerous others including neuropeptides, proteases, cytokines, substance P, therefore, it is important to consider the addition of other agents beyond antihistamines to …
Expert DermPAs Cynthia Trickett, MPAS, PA-C, and Hope Cook, PA-C, exchange interesting information about their deep experience managing a range of patients presenting with psoriasis. They kick-off the conversation discussing two new non-steroidal, once-a-day treatments for psoriasis and close out the video sharing thoughts on treating children, pregnant women and more. “Selecting the Best Psoriasis …
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”, …
Dermavant CEO Todd Zavodnick joins Dermcast.live host Lauren Miller, MPAS, PA-C, to discuss the company’s successful development and FDA approval of VTAMA (tapinarof) cream, 1%, a new topical treatment for plaque psoriasis in adults. In this informative video interview, the two dermatology professionals engage in a conversation about helping to improve patient care through safe, …