Articles related to Pediatric Dermatology

An 8-week observational study of young adults with acne found significant improvements in both acne severity and dermatology-related quality of life. Improvements in clinical grading did not correlate with patient-reported quality-of-life gains, highlighting the multidimensional impact of acne.

The FDA has approved an OTC switch for adapalene/benzoyl peroxide gel (Differin Epiduo) for patients 12 and older, expanding adolescent access to a fixed-dose retinoid combination without a prescription or clinical visit.

A 13-year-old boy presents with recurrent erythematous, tender papules on the lateral and dorsal aspects of the distal fingers, first appearing in early December and recurring after a recent skiing trip.

Eleven infants in Spain developed hypertrichosis in 2024 after secondary exposure to caregivers’ topical minoxidil, with symptoms resolving once exposure ended.

Smartwatch-derived nighttime scratching metrics correlated moderately with disease severity and short-term treatment response in a small pediatric atopic dermatitis cohort.

“Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) affects far more than skin; it impacts confidence, emotional well-being and relationships during a formative period for many pediatric patients.” – Brindley Brooks, Founder & CEO, HS Connect.