Dermatology

The child's mother said she found a tick and removed it forcibly without any regard for technique. All seemed well. Then, a week later, this rash developed on the site of the bite.

Five clinical pearls on how to manage and treat atopic dermatitis in school-aged children who may be having a tougher time with pandemic-era hand-washing protocols.

But patients using dupilumab had lower rates of infection.

Up to 40% of patients undergoing chemotherapy present with cutaneous adverse reactions. Some are so severe they can lead to a pause or reduction in cancer treatment.

While most deaths occurred in adults older than age 65, the study found the annual incidence rate of new cases was highest in people younger than 35.

The Canadian Dermatology Association and others are launching learning resources that address skin conditions across the spectrum of skin colours.

Studies suggest between 10% to 25% of the Canadian population have used cannabinoid products to try to treat skin conditions but the evidence suggests most skin conditions see no benefit from cannabis products.

Botox for medical and cosmetic indications is growing, and post-pandemic-lockdown use for esthetic purposes is surging. What do you know about botulism toxin injections?