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FDA, EMA Accept Galderma’s BLA for Nemolizumab for PN and AD

The Dermatology Digest

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has accepted Galderma’s Biologics License Applications for nemolizumab for the treatment of patients with prurigo nodularis (PN) and for adolescents and adults with moderate to severe atopic dermatitis (AD). Galderma is planning for multiple regulatory submissions in 2024.

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Epithelia Under Attack: The Skin, Gut, and Respiratory Barriers

The Dermatology Digest

2 In this review, we highlight the “epithelial barrier hypothesis” proposed by Akdis, discuss the important roles of the skin, gut, and respiratory barriers, and discuss novel therapies. Impairment in tight junction expression has been shown to contribute to the barrier dysfunction observed in patients with atopic dermatitis.

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Thinning Eyebrows in Women Over 40: Causes and Best Treatments

Alison Bladh

Skin Conditions Conditions like eczema, psoriasis, or seborrheic dermatitis can irritate the skin around the brows, leading to hair loss. Medical and Cosmetic Solutions Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy : This treatment involves injecting your plasma into the brow area to stimulate hair growth. Dermatologic Therapy.

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Study: Air Pollution Triggers Summer AD Surge

The Dermatology Digest

Air pollution may contribute to the development or worsening of skin conditions such as atopic dermatitis and eczema, according to researchers out of Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). ppm in the months of May–September in 2019–2022 rose to 0.6 Carbon monoxide concentrations that were an average of 0.22 ppm in July of 2023.

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Nemolizumab Update: Galderma’s IL-31 Blocker Continues to Wow in PN, AD

The Dermatology Digest

In addition, results from the phase III ARCADIA clinical trials in atopic dermatitis (AD) found that nemolizumab-treated patients who responded at 16 weeks maintained skin and itch responses through to week 48, even when dosing was reduced from every four to every eight weeks.

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10 Key Causes of Dry, Itchy Scalp and How to Manage Them Effectively

First Derm

Dandruff (Seborrheic Dermatitis) Dandruff, medically known as seborrheic dermatitis , is a common scalp condition marked by excessive shedding of skin cells. Skin Conditions (Eczema, Psoriasis, Contact Dermatitis) as Causes of Dry, Itchy Scalp Various skin conditions can lead to a dry, itchy scalp: a.

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Could Your Itchy Feet be a Sign of a Bigger Health Issue?

First Derm

Skin-related causes include athlete’s foot, eczema, psoriasis, contact dermatitis, scabies, and fungal infections. Contact Dermatitis Contact dermatitis on a person’s leg, with two distinct forms shown in one image. The symptoms of contact dermatitis on the feet include redness, itching, and blisters.

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