Transmission of SARS-CoV-2

Sep 8, 2022 by in PUBLIC HEALTH AND EPIDEMIOLOGY Comments Off on Transmission of SARS-CoV-2

Transmission of SARS-CoV-2 This chapter includes an overview of the viral transmission and the phases of infection before providing specifics about SARS-CoV-2. Following the description of SARS-CoV-2 transmission dynamics, the…

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Complementary and Alternative Approaches I

Jul 23, 2022 by in GENERAL & FAMILY MEDICINE Comments Off on Complementary and Alternative Approaches I

Key points • Current first-line conventional treatments for atopic dermatitis include topical corticosteroids, emollients, and topical and/or systemic immunomodulators (e.g., dupilumab). • However, a majority of patients with atopic dermatitis…

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Itch and Pain Treatments

Jul 23, 2022 by in GENERAL & FAMILY MEDICINE Comments Off on Itch and Pain Treatments

Key points • Itch and pain are key symptoms of atopic dermatitis (AD) that significantly affect quality of life; various classes of treatment aim to reduce these symptoms. • Nonpharmacologic…

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Wound Care

Jul 23, 2022 by in GENERAL & FAMILY MEDICINE Comments Off on Wound Care

Key points • Issues with wound healing in patients with atopic dermatitis (AD) relate to innate inability to repair the barrier, defective angiogenesis, abnormal microbial colonization, and a prolonged inflammatory…

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Skin Barrier Repair

Jul 23, 2022 by in GENERAL & FAMILY MEDICINE Comments Off on Skin Barrier Repair

Key points • Moisturizers help with skin barrier repair and continue to be the mainstay of maintenance treatment and prevention of flares in atopic dermatitis (AD). • Though greasier moisturizer…

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Topical Therapies

Jul 23, 2022 by in GENERAL & FAMILY MEDICINE Comments Off on Topical Therapies

Key points • Optimal bathing practices can improve atopic dermatitis (AD) symptoms and limit disease flares. Best practices include daily bathing for less than 10 minutes in lukewarm water, utilizing…

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