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Does the Skin Microbiome and Host Genetics Affect Atopic Dermatitis?
We know that the body’s microbiome, that is the bacteria, viruses, and fungi that inhabit the human body, can affect the host cells and immunity. Therefore, understanding the interplay between host cells and resident bacteria is important to recognize how the microbiome interacts with dermatological conditions. This knowledge helps to […]
April 11, 2018
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Nail Clippings: What Can They Tell Us About Psoriasis in Children?
Changes in the nails can be attributed to psoriasis. Using nail clippings to confirm a psoriasis diagnosis or to rule out a nail fungus is useful because nail clipping is painless and can be repeated as often as needed. A recent study used two different indices that classify nail changes […]
April 11, 2018
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Genetic Information for Patients with Mosaic Disorders
Mosaic disorders, which include epidermal nevus syndromes (ENS) such as nevus sebaceus, keratinocytic epidermal nevus, nevus comedonicus, and Becker’s nevus, have varied genetic factors that contribute to their development. These genomic discoveries are expanding rapidly and a recent review looked at advances in the genetic knowledge about these disorders and […]
April 2, 2018
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What Contributes to Limb Differences in Children with Capillary Malformations?
Capillary malformations (CM) occur in a small percentage of children, and can be complicated by lymphatic, venous, arteriovenous anomalies, such as birthmarks and port wine stains, and/or soft-tissue or bone overgrowth that may result in differences in limb length. Complications might be present at birth or occur years later. Using […]
April 2, 2018
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Laser Treatment of Congenital Melanocytic Nevi
Congenital melanocytic nevi (CMN), typically referred to as birthmarks, can be small, large, and giant. Concerns about CMN are twofold – the cosmetic appearance and its impact on quality of life and whether CMN may eventually develop into melanoma. Studies have shown varied risk as to whether they will develop […]
March 26, 2018
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When Words Are Not Equal: Standard Use of Fitzpatrick Classifications
When the Fitzpatrick skin phototype classification was developed, the intention was to provide a standardized way to refer to differing Caucasian skin types. Originally developed to select the appropriate doses of ultraviolet A to treat psoriasis with PUVA therapy, the classification system was also used to gauge skin tolerance to sun exposure. […]
March 26, 2018
