Facing Up to Rosacea

By Diane Guernsey

That blush on your cheeks may not be as innocent as you think.

The first inklings are faint: a stinging or burning on your face after a morning
jog or an evening aperitif; a “sunburn” that never quite vanishes. Finally you tire of hearing, “Gee, you’ve had too much sun!” You visit your doctor, who breaks the news: you have rosacea. (more…)

What’s New in Dermatology Drugs?

ATOPIC DERMATITIS/ECZEMA

Besides psoriasis, drugs such as Amevive and Raptiva, suggests Dr. Leonardi, may find a place in treating other chronic inflammatory disorders, such as atopic dermatitis. Once the drugs are used for psoriasis, you’re likely to see them used elsewhere, and chronic eczema will be one of the first paces. (more…)