Family Physicians Are Well Suited to Prescribe Isotretinoin - Editorials - American ...
Sep 1, 2016 - A few minutes (and a few clicks on the computer) can open up rewarding therapeutic opportunities when registering with iPledge to prescribe isotretinoin.
American Family Physician : Editorials
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2016/0901/p342.html
Topical Therapy for Acne - American Family Physician
Jan 15, 2000 - Acne is a common problem in adolescents and young adults. The disorder is caused by abnormal desquamation of follicular epithelium that results in obstruction of the pilosebaceous canal. This obstruction leads to the formation of comedones, which can become inflamed because of ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2000/0115/p357.html
Dapsone (Aczone) 5% Gel for the Treatment of Acne - STEPS - American Family Physician
Feb 15, 2010 - Topical dapsone gel will decrease the percentage of lesions in patients with mild to moderate acne, especially inflammatory lesions. Although not directly compared, dapsone gel has lower response rates than currently available topical treatments that are less expensive.
American Family Physician : STEPS
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2010/0215/p451.html
Corns and Calluses Resulting from Mechanical Hyperkeratosis - American Family Physician
Jun 1, 2002 - The formation of corns and calluses can be caused by mechanical stresses from faulty footgear (the wearing of poorly fitting shoes), abnormal foot mechanics (deformity of the foot exerting abnormal pressure), and high levels of activity. Corns and calluses result from hyperkeratosis, a ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2002/0601/p2277.html
Fungal Toenail Infections - Clinical Evidence Handbook - American Family Physician
Jul 15, 2015 - What are the effects of oral and topical treatments for fungal toenail infections in adults?
American Family Physician : Clinical Evidence Handbook
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2015/0715/p132.html
Mohs Micrographic Surgery - American Family Physician
Sep 1, 2005 - Mohs micrographic surgery is an approach to skin cancer removal that aims to achieve the highest possible rates of cure and to minimize the size of the wound and consequent distortions at critical sites such as the eyes, ears, nose, and lips. Mohs micrographic surgery is a two-step, ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2005/0901/p845.html
Sterile Gloves Not Necessary for Minor Skin Surgery - POEMs - American Family Physician
Jun 15, 2015 - Infection rates in patients undergoing uncomplicated minor skin surgery were not different when sterile gloves, rather than simply clean gloves, were worn. A previous study similarly found no difference in infection rates between sterile and nonsterile gloves in patients undergoing ...
American Family Physician : POEMs
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2015/0615/p872a.html
Management of Atopic Dermatitis: Guideline from the American Academy of Dermatology - ...
Dec 1, 2014 - Atopic dermatitis, a common and chronic skin condition, affects persons of all ages. Topical therapy is the mainstay of treatment, and in severe cases, it is often combined with systemic therapy. This guideline from the American Academy of Dermatology provides information about the ...
American Family Physician : Practice Guidelines
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2014/1201/p798.html
Ivermectin Lotion (Sklice) for Head Lice - STEPS - American Family Physician
Jun 15, 2014 - Topical ivermectin is safe, effective, and easy to administer because it involves only a single application-rinse cycle and does not require nit combing. However, it is significantly more expensive than nonprescription treatments and its benefits may not be worth the cost for most ...
American Family Physician : STEPS
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2014/0615/p984.html
High-Potency Topical Corticosteroids Effective for Alopecia Areata in Children - POEMs ...
Jun 1, 2014 - Clobetasol propionate, 0.05%, applied in a thin layer for six weeks on, six weeks off, is a highly effective and safe treatment for alopecia areata in children; hydrocortisone, 1%, is not.
American Family Physician : POEMs
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2014/0601/p913.html
Treatment of Psoriasis: An Algorithm-Based Approach for Primary Care Physicians - ...
Feb 1, 2000 - Psoriasis is characterized by red, thickened plaques with a silvery scale. The lesions vary in size and degree of inflammation. Psoriasis is categorized as localized or generalized, based on the severity of the disease and its overall impact on the patient's quality of life and ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2000/0201/p725.html
Atopic Dermatitis: A Review of Diagnosis and Treatment - American Family Physician
Sep 15, 1999 - Atopic dermatitis is a common, potentially debilitating condition that can compromise quality of life. Its most frequent symptom is pruritus. Attempts to relieve the itch by scratching simply worsen the rash, creating a vicious circle. Treatment should be directed at limiting itching, ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/1999/0915/p1191.html
Low-Dose Penicillin Prevents Recurrent Cellulitis - POEMs - American Family Physician
Nov 1, 2013 - For patients with at least two previous episodes of cellulitis in the previous three years, low-dose penicillin can prevent recurrence (number needed to treat = 6).
American Family Physician : POEMs
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2013/1101/p608a.html
Minocycline for Acne Vulgaris - Cochrane for Clinicians - American Family Physician
Sep 1, 2013 - Compared with placebo, minocycline generally improves acne, but it offers no clinical advantages over other therapies and has more serious adverse effects.
American Family Physician : Cochrane for Clinicians
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2013/0901/p300.html
Electrosurgery for the Skin - American Family Physician
Oct 1, 2002 - The purposes of electrosurgery are to destroy benign and malignant lesions, control bleeding, and cut or excise tissue. The major modalities in electrosurgery are electrodesiccation, fulguration, electrocoagulation, and electrosection. Electrosurgery can be used for incisional ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2002/1001/p1259.html
Office Management of Digital Mucous Cysts - American Family Physician
Dec 15, 2001 - Digital mucous cysts are solitary, clear, or flesh-colored nodules that develop on the dorsal digits between the distal interphalangeal joint and the proximal nail fold. There are two types of digital mucous cysts: one type is associated with degenerative changes in the distal ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2001/1215/p1987.html
Topical Psoriasis Therapy - American Family Physician
Feb 15, 1999 - Psoriasis is a common dermatosis, affecting from 1 to 3 percent of the population. Until recently, the mainstays of topical therapy have been corticosteroids, tars, anthralins and keratolytics. Recently, however, vitamin D analogs, a new anthralin preparation and topical retinoids have ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/1999/0215/p957.html
Topical Tacrolimus: A New Therapy for Atopic Dermatitis - American Family Physician
Nov 15, 2002 - Atopic dermatitis is a common problem affecting up to 10 percent of all children. The mainstays of therapy have been oral antihistamines, topical emollients, topical doxepin, and topical corticosteroids. Side effects associated with higher potency topical corticosteroids have limited ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2002/1115/p1899.html
Removal of Unwanted Facial Hair - American Family Physician
Nov 15, 2002 - Unwanted facial hair is a common problem that is seldom discussed in the primary care setting. Although men occasionally request removal of unwanted facial hair, women most often seek help with this condition. Physicians generally neglect to address the problem if the patient does not ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2002/1115/p1907.html
Use of Systemic Agents in the Treatment of Acne Vulgaris - American Family Physician
Oct 15, 2000 - Effective treatment of acne vulgaris can prevent emotional and physical scarring. Therapy varies according to the severity of the disease. Topical medication is generally adequate in clearing comedonal acne, while inflammatory acne usually requires the addition of oral medication. ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2000/1015/p1823.html
Medical Treatments for Balding in Men - American Family Physician
Apr 15, 1999 - Two drugs are available for the treatment of balding in men. Minoxidil, a topical product, is available without a prescription in two strengths. Finasteride is a prescription drug taken orally once daily. Both agents are modestly effective in maintaining (and sometimes regrowing) hair ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/1999/0415/p2189.html
Double-Ligature: A Treatment for Pedunculated Umbilical Granulomas in Children - ...
May 15, 2002 - Umbilical granulomas are common inflammatory reactions to the resolving umbilical stump. The double-ligature technique is simple to perform and provides good cosmetic and functional results with only minor complications. The granuloma becomes necrotic and drops off within seven to 14 ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2002/0515/p2067.html
Complementary and Alternative Therapies for Atopic Dermatitis - FPIN's Clinical ...
Apr 15, 2012 - Evening primrose oil may be effective for the treatment of atopic dermatitis.
American Family Physician : FPIN's Clinical Inquiries
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2012/0415/p817.html
Adapelene/Benzoyl Peroxide (Epiduo) for Acne Vulgaris - STEPS - American Family Physician
Jun 15, 2011 - Adapalene/benzoyl peroxide is as effective as other combination products for the treatment of acne. Once-daily application is an advantage in terms of simplicity and adherence to therapy, but the cost is much higher than that of the individual components sold separately; this may create...
American Family Physician : STEPS
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2011/0615/p1486.html
Treatment of Nongenital Warts - FPIN's Clinical Inquiries - American Family Physician
Dec 1, 2011 - Topical salicylic acid, cryotherapy, and topical fluorouracil are effective for treating nongenital warts.
American Family Physician : FPIN's Clinical Inquiries
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2011/1201/p1290.html