Aggressive corticosteroid therapy does not differ from standard therapy in improving outcomes of patients with juvenile dermatomyositis, according to findings published in the July 15th issue of Arthritis and Rheumatism (Arthritis Care and Research). Reuters Health Information
Is hydrosurgery a more viable option than conventional debridement for hard-to-heal wounds? Outcomes from an innovative debridement tool are reviewed. Wounds
Scientists have found two new genetic variations that appear to increase the risk of basal cell carcinoma among people of European descent. Reuters Health Information
: In black-spot poison ivy dermatitis, a black lacquerlike substance forms on the skin when poison ivy resin is exposed to air. Learn more in this case report. Dermatitis
Dubbed ugly ducklings, malignant melanomas can generally be identified even by untrained individuals. Researchers are hoping to tap into this capability to encourage early detection. Medscape Medical News
