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The American Academy of Dermatology has published a second list of recommendations regarding dermatologic tests and treatments that are not always necessary.

AAD Issues 2nd Set of Choosing Wisely Recommendations

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American Academy of Dermatology identifies five tests, treatments that are not always necessary
Treatment with a dual wavelength non-ablative fractional laser may result in the functional improvement of scar contractures

Non-Ablative Fractional Laser Could Treat Scar Contracture

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Improvement seen both in appearance and range of motion after treatment
There is considerable variation in the unit cost of topical corticosteroids across potencies and by branded generic or generic product

Considerable Variation in Cost of Generic Topical Corticosteroids

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Variation in cost seen across potencies, class, and by branded generic or generic product
An electronic medical record-based care pathway improves treatment of cellulitis

EMR Care Pathway Aids Treatment of Cellulitis

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Antibiotic use, pharmacy costs, and length of stay cut without affecting readmissions
Two cases of squamous cell carcinoma have been described

Two Cases of SCC Described After Ingenol Mebutate Gel Application

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Squamous cell carcinomas developed two weeks after gel application for actinic keratosis
Guidelines have been developed for the management of pediatric patients with atopic dermatitis at the primary care level. The guidelines were published as a state-of-the-art review article online Aug. 3 in Pediatrics.

Guidelines Provided for Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis Management

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Individualization of treatment plans crucial, as well as communication with patients, caregivers
Nickel dermatitis has been observed in a number of children whose symptoms resolved after avoiding contact with dimethylglyoxime-positive belt buckles. These observations have been published as a case report online Aug. 3 in Pediatrics.

Case Report: Pediatric Nickel Dermatitis Caused by Belt Buckles

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Report describes 12 children with peri-umbilical nickel dermatitis attributed to belt buckles
Topical retinoid exposure is not significantly associated with an increased risk of major congenital malformations

No Significant Pregnancy Risks for Topical Retinoid Exposure

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No significantly increased risk of major congenital malformations, spontaneous abortion, prematurity
Confetti-like depigmentation may be a marker of rapidly progressing vitiligo

Confetti-Like Depigmentation May Predict Vitiligo Progression

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Review finds confetti-like pattern may predict rapid disease progression
Lower serum zinc levels are associated with worse outcomes in patients with alopecia areata

Zinc Levels May Predict Worse Outcomes With Alopecia

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Zinc inversely correlated with disease duration, severity, and resistance to therapy