Biologics have become a well-established treatment for psoriasis, especially in those patients with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis who cannot be controlled on topical therapies. The go-to biologics were initially the tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF) inhibitors. Remicade (infliximab), Enbrel (etanercept), Humira (adalimumab) and Cimzia (certolizumab pegol) are the biologics in this category. What are the… Read More
Platelet Rich Plasma For Hair Loss Increases Hair Counts
Injection of the scalp with platelet rich plasma has become a popular method for treating hair loss, especially andogenetic alopecia (also known as pattern baldness). A recent study further supports this treatment approach. In a 40 patient study of men and women with androgenetic alopecia, injection with platelet rich plasma (PRP) resulted in substantial improvement… Read More
Risks For Basal Cell Carcinoma Skin Cancer
Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common cancer worldwide. In the United States, the lifetime risk of developing BCC is estimated to be around 20%, and 30% in whites. It is the most common skin cancer seen by most dermatologists. Although many things in life are out of our control, there are some risk… Read More
Dupilumab (Dupixent) For Prurigo Nodularis
Prurigo nodularis is a challenging problem to treat. It manifests as nodules in the skin, secondary to chronic scratching, and underlying pruritus (itch). Prurigo nodularis has been treated with a wide range of medications and treatments, including topical steroids, antihistamines, mirtazapine, gabapentin, phototherapy, and cyclosporine with variable results. Two recent case study reports indicate that… Read More
Dapsone For Chronic Urticaria
Chronic spontaneous urticaria is marked by recurrent bouts of hives. First line treatment is typically second-generation H1-antihistamines at up to four times the typical dose. But this therapy is unsuccessful in up to 50% of patients. Many other treatments have been tried for chronic spontaneous urticaria. Recently, a medical records review evaluated the use of… Read More
Methotrexate for Alopecia Areata
Call 973-763-7546 for an Alopecia Areata Consultation Alopecia areata (AA) is an autoimmune condition in which the immune cells attack hair follicles causing hair loss. Although not a dangerous condition, it can be very distressing. In many cases alopecia areata is self-limiting, and the patches of hair loss resolve spontaneously over several months. However, some… Read More
Spironolactone for Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Call 973-7864-7546 for a Hidradenitis Suppurativa consultation Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) is a chronic inflammatory skin disease marked by recurrent nodules, abscesses and sinus tracts, typically in the body folds. It is a very challenging disease and causes great distress. The mainstay of treatment is topical antibiotics, oral antibiotics, and more recently adalimumab. Apremilast may also be… Read More
Apremilast (Otezla) For Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Hidradenits suppurativa (HS) is a chronic inflammatory skin disease marked by recurrent painful inflamed nodules, abscesses, and sinus tracts in the axilla, inguinal, and anogenital areas. Conventional treatments for HS include topical antibiotics and oral antibiotics, such as the combination of clindamycin and rifampin. More recently, the TNF-alpha inhibitor adalimumab was approved for the treatment… Read More
Peanut Allergy And Eczema
The prevalence of peanut allergy among children in the United States has risen dramatically in recent years. Recent studies have proposed a link between atopic dermatitis (often just called eczema by non-physicians) and peanut allergy. It is theorized that exposure to peanut allergens through skin increases the risk of developing peanut allergy, while eating peanuts… Read More
Psoriasis is associated with other health problems
Call 973-763-7546 for a psoriasis doctor in New jersey Psoriasis is often thought of as just a skin problem with scaly red lesions. But more recent understanding has demonstrated that psoriasis is a systemic inflammatory disease associated with an increased risk of other health problems. Psoriatic arthritis develops in approximately 30% of psoriasis patients, with… Read More
