SB Dermatology Update: Ingenol Mebutate

Clinical Efficacy and Safety of Ingenol Mebutate Dr. Mark Lebwohl  Ingenol mebutate (PEP005) is derived from the sap of the plant Euphorbia peplus and is used in the treatment of AKs. The mechanism of action of this agent is the localized induction of necrosis followed by a transient inflammatory response. It also enhances Il-8 and [...]

SB Dermatology Symposium: Actinic Keratosis Treatment Mechanism of Action

Mechanisms of Action of Topical Treatment for Actinic Keratosis Field Dr. Brian Berman  Dr. Berman started his presentation with discussion of 5-FU. More recently 5-FU is found to inhibit the activity of exosome, an exoribonuclease complex, causing cell death. Imiquimod has profound effect both in innate and adaptive immune functions. More recently, it has become [...]

SB Dermatology Symposium : Vesiculobullous Disorders in Children

Vesiculobullous Disorders in Children Dr. Lawrence Schachner  Dr. Schachner takes a three-step approach when assessing vesiculobullous disorders. The first step is to draw out fluid for bacterial culture, gram stain and viral culture. Secondly, snip the roof of the bullae and do a KOH for yeast and frozen pathology. Finally, scrape the base for viral [...]

SB Clinical Symposium: Nail Disorders in Children

Nail Disorders in Children Dr. Antonella Tosti Dr. Tosti focused her lecture on both the common and uncommon nail disorders seen in children. Congenital hypertrophy of the lateral nail folds may be benign however patients often develop ingrown nails. The recommend treatment for this condition is to do nothing as most improve with age. Congenital [...]

South Beach Clinical Dermatology Symposium Pediatric Tips

Tips for Tots Dr. Fred Ghali Dr. Ghali’s lecture focused on having a kid-friendly office, how to meet and greet a pediatric patient, diagnostic tricks, molluscum and warts and minor surgeries. To have a kid-friendly waiting room, have appropriate books and magazines for children. Also, video games or other hand-held games help occupy children while [...]

AAD: Experts’ Opinions on Latest Beauty Treatments

SCHAUMBURG, IL, Feb 07, 2012 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) — This kit from the American Academy of Dermatology (Academy) features three leading dermatologists’ expert opinions on the science behind some of the latest beauty technologies, including anti-aging skin care treatments, lasers and lights, and non-invasive fat removal: — New Anti-Aging Treatments Make it Easier to Turn [...]