Psoriasis
Conference Coverage
Clearance rates higher with bimekizumab vs. secukinumab in phase 3 psoriasis study
As in past trials, oral candidiasis was an issue in patients taking bimekizumab.
Conference Coverage
Bimekizumab tops adalimumab for plaque psoriasis
Bimekizumab “appears more effective than current options. The big question is safety.”
From the Journals
Study aims to enhance understanding of ‘tremendously understudied’ prurigo nodularis
“If you encounter a patient with prurigo nodularis, it’s important to perform a screening for chronic kidney disease, diabetes, and liver disease...
From the Journals
Secukinumab brings high PASI 75 results in 6- to 17-year-olds with psoriasis
The week-24 PASI 75 rate was 95% in a phase 2 study.
Military Dermatology
Apremilast Uses and Relevance to the Military
Apremilast is a versatile and easy-to-use therapeutic option for treatment of psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. Dermatologists should consider...
Commentary
Quantifying Itch: Measurement on the Way to Management
Itch is one of the most protean manifestations of skin disease and can take a substantial physical and emotional toll on patients. For physicians...
From the Journals
Researchers stress importance of second COVID-19 vaccine dose for infliximab users
Significantly lower antibody concentrations seen after a first dose of the Pfizer or AstraZeneca vaccine in users of infliximab vs. vedolizumab...
Conference Coverage
Bimekizumab superior to adalimumab in head-to-head psoriasis study
The response to bimekizumab was notably fast.
Conference Coverage
National Psoriasis Foundation recommends some stop methotrexate for 2 weeks after J&J vaccine
The rationale is to optimize the antibody response to the killed-adenovirus COVID-19 vaccine.
Conference Coverage
Will psoriasis patients embrace proactive topical therapy?
Results of year-long PSO-LONG trial show superior efficacy, compared with conventional reactive management.
Case Reports
Treatment of Generalized Pustular Psoriasis of Pregnancy With Infliximab
Generalized pustular psoriasis of pregnancy (GPPP) is a rare and severe condition that may lead to complications in both the mother and the fetus...