GLG News by Physicians who Treat Acne (US)

The notion that a government agency can provide excellent health service is debunked by the tragedy of the United Kingdom's National Health Service's rejection of a chemotherapeutic agent for the treatment of breast cancer. 

This article is important in that, for the most part , it describes a basic therapeutic regimen for adolescent acne patients. The only error is describing the inflamed lesions as "infections." Acne is predominantly an inflammatory condition, not an infectious one, though a bacteria is involved...

There will be an increased use of costly diaylsis, especially among those people 70 years or older.  One would think that there would be a greater awareness of a disease consting $31 billion dollars a year.  However, this does not seem to be the case.

This article is important in that this acquisition is the first new product for Allergan's dermatology division in several years. This is also the first novel molecule in 5-7 years that has been released. The issues of having to get blood tests with this topical agent have been solved. The obvious paring...

- Dark circles underneath the eyes give the unappealing impression of exhaustion. Many factors, both hereditary and environmental, can produce or exacerbate this condition.  - Despite efforts to address this unmet need, the over-the-counter cosmetic industry has not been able to address consumer's...

On Tuesday, the FDA's Dermatologic and Ophthalmic Drug Advisory Panel voted unanimously to approve the use of the injectable drug for the treatment of plaque psoriasis, a severe skin disease. As the FDA usually follows the recommendations of its advisory panels when reviewing new drugs for approval,...

It will not impact it at all. This article is important in that it shows why one should go to an experienced licensed practitioner.

A single payer, national system does work, but may not necessarily be in the best interest of all parties.   Yes this type of system is 'free' to the users, but is funded through higher taxes than paid in the US.

How can safety be verified with the Chinese history of contaminants in the toy and food industries.  I certainly would not want to take Chinese drugs. lynn tucker

This article is important in that it is a good summary of the current knowledge and treatment methods for atopic dermatitis for pediatricians. It is needed in that this condition is inadequately treated, and a periodic refresher is needed for all physicians. Both pharmacologic and non pharmacologic...