Latest and Greatest in Acne, Eczema, and Warts

Common skin problems affect quality of life for kids, impacting everything from sleep quality and academic performance to social life and self-esteem. Fortunately, explains pediatric dermatologist Joanna Tu, MD, there are numerous treatment options – old and new – available, as well as proven strategies for how to combine therapies effectively. Her talk covers the details PCPs need about specific products (from expense to safety to duration of treatment), how to answer common questions posed by teens and parents, and when to refer to a dermatologist.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the pathogenesis of acne and how it relates to treatment options.

• Identify the unique triggers, manifestations, and functional impairments of medical traumatic stress in pediatric onset of chronic illnesses.

• Summarize available treatment options for warts and when to refer to dermatology.