Patient Satisfaction in Teledermatology: an Updated Review
This article provides an updated review of recent findings on patient satisfaction in teledermatology.Recent FindingsOver the last 2 years, there has been an increase in studies on the patient experience of live-video teledermatology, while previous studies largely focused on store-and-forward teledermatology. This reflects the expansion of live-video teledermatology since the COVID-19 pandemic. Patients are generally very sati sfied with both store-and-forward and live-video teledermatology, valuing its accessibility, quality of care, and patient-provider relationship. Decreased patient satisfaction is linked to technic...
Source: Current Dermatology Reports - January 27, 2023 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research
Challenges in Textile Contact Dermatitis
AbstractPurpose of ReviewPatterns and causes of textile dermatitis change over time as manufacturing practices change.Recent FindingsReactions to occupation-related clothing and wearables other than clothing appear to constitute an increasing percentage of identified allergic textile reactions over the last two decades. This may be due to increased difficulty in diagnosing contact allergy to dyes and other chemicals in retail apparel that are poorly characterized in textile manufacturing. The most commonly used patch test screening series do not completely screen for causes of allergic contact dermatitis due to textiles.Su...
Source: Current Dermatology Reports - January 25, 2023 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research
Pityriasis Lichenoides Following SARS-CoV-2 Infection/Vaccination
AbstractPurpose of ReviewPityriasis lichenoides (PL) is a spectrum of dermatological conditions involving polymorphous lesions. Natural history of the condition ranges from acute to chronic. Cases of PL following SARS-CoV-2 infection/vaccination have been reported, but not yet comprehensively reviewed. Hence, the objective of this article is to review and summarize cases of PL following SARS-CoV-2 infection/vaccination in order to guide clinicians in its diagnosis and management.Recent FindingsPubMed, Embase, and Web of Science were searched for relevant articles. Thirteen articles, consisting of 14 cases of PL following S...
Source: Current Dermatology Reports - January 17, 2023 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research
Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Delivery of Dermatological Care
AbstractPurpose of ReviewWe review several important changes affecting dermatology during the COVID-19 pandemic, beginning in March 2020. Specifically, we focus on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on physician trends in employment, delivery of care via teledermatology, and burnout, resilience, and wellness.Recent FindingsMore physicians are now employed by corporate entities than prior to the pandemic. Teledermatology can be utilized effectively and integrated into current care models; however, the continued use of teledermatology will largely depend on financial compensation. The COVID-19 pandemic was a source of burno...
Source: Current Dermatology Reports - December 9, 2022 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research
Contact Urticaria Syndrome: a Comprehensive Review
AbstractPurpose of ReviewContact urticaria syndrome includes contact urticaria and protein contact dermatitis. Underreport, underdiagnosis, or misdiagnosis of entities within the contact urticaria syndrome is believed to be common, especially in the occupational setting. This review provides a structured overview of the entities comprised in this syndrome as well as the diagnostic work-up and management strategies.Recent FindingsContact urticaria syndrome has been increasingly described due to personal protective equipment and hand sanitizers in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. The use of legal cannabis products has l...
Source: Current Dermatology Reports - November 18, 2022 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research
The Impact of Immune-Modifying Treatments for Skin Diseases on the Immune Response to COVID-19 Vaccines: a Narrative Review
AbstractPurpose of ReviewSARS-CoV-2 has had a devastating global effect, with vaccinations being paramount in the public health strategy against COVID-19. Vaccinations have uncoupled infection from adverse COVID-19 outcomes worldwide. While immune-modifying therapies are effective for the management of skin diseases such as psoriasis and atopic dermatitis, these medications also impair protective immune responses. There has been longstanding uncertainty and concern over the impact of immune-modifying therapies on the effectiveness of vaccines; for example, it is well recognised that methotrexate impairs humoral responses t...
Source: Current Dermatology Reports - October 25, 2022 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research
Teledermatology in Rural, Underserved, and Isolated Environments: A Review
AbstractPurpose of ReviewSummarize the current evidence for teledermatology in rural, underserved, and isolated environments including its use during the current COVID-19 pandemic.Recent FindingsTeledermatology is a reliable and cost-effective tool that can reduce face-to-face visits and improve the timeliness of care for medically underserved populations. Recent studies have shown many additional benefits of teledermatology, including improving patients ’ health outcomes and increasing local providers’ knowledge of dermatologic conditions. Despite these benefits, many low-income and rural populations lack access to di...
Source: Current Dermatology Reports - October 20, 2022 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research
