Adolescent Medicine
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LGBTQ+ Youth Consult Questions remain over use of sex hormone therapy
The use of GnRH agonists in transgender adolescents remains controversial because of the potential long-term effects on bone mineral density.
Letters from Maine
Time to rebuild
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Is vaping a gateway to cigarettes for kids?
The percentage of adolescents who move on to smoking after starting to vape remains low, and those who do start smoking are unlikely to continue...
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Frustration over iPLEDGE evident at FDA meeting
Dermatologists argue the iPLEDGE REMS burden is too high for providers and patients. Access problems persist with lockouts and some cite a lack of...
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FDA panels vote to modify isotretinoin iPLEDGE REMS
The committees sought to balance reducing burden with maintaining safety and preventing fetal exposures to isotretinoin.
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FDA Advisory panels consider easing isotretinoin requirements
The 2-day meeting is addressing what can be done to reduce burden with the iPLEDGE REMS while maintaining safety and preventing fetal exposure to...
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JAK inhibitor ivarmacitinib shows efficacy for atopic dermatitis in a pivotal trial
The co-primary endpoints were change in IGA and EASI scores at 16 weeks, and both improved rapidly, showing statistical significance relative to...
From the Journals
Substance abuse disorders may share a common genetic signature
New findings could eventually lead to universal therapies to treat multiple and comorbid addictions, according to the study’s authors.
Behavioral Consult
Screen time and teenagers: Principles for parents
If screen time interferes with building independence, cultivating healthy social relationships, learning about their identity, managing their...
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Study finds quality of topical steroid withdrawal videos on YouTube subpar
“We were disheartened that patient testimonial videos had the poorest quality and reliability of the information sources,” Erika McCormick said....
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Cutting social media to 1 hour a day boosts self-image in young adults
Plenty of research has linked frequent social media use with body image issues and even eating disorders. But crucial gaps in our knowledge remain...