8th Postgraduate Seminar in Pediatric Dermatology
January 1982
in “
Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology
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ichthyoses X-linked ichthyosis hydration emollients childhood eczemas antihistamines corticosteroids IgG replacement bone marrow transplantation nail abnormalities hair abnormalities endocrinologic screening alopecia areata shampoo cosmetic ingredients rashes erythemas scarlet fever SSSS Kawasaki disease TSS gamma benzene hexachloride scabies primary cutaneous aspergillosis tetracycline therapy hydration emollients antihistamines corticosteroids IgG replacement bone marrow transplantation shampoo cosmetic ingredients scarlet fever SSSS Kawasaki disease TSS gamma benzene hexachloride scabies tetracycline therapy
TLDR Experts discussed treatments for skin conditions in children, emphasizing hydration, cautious medication use, and early intervention for infections.
The 8th Postgraduate Seminar in Pediatric Dermatology covered a range of skin conditions in children. Dr. Guinter Kahn discussed the pathogenesis, classification, and treatment of ichthyoses, noting the importance of hydration and emollients, and the potential for prenatal diagnosis in X-linked ichthyosis. Dr. Rebecca H. Buckley emphasized skin hydration and cautious use of antihistamines and corticosteroids in managing childhood eczemas and immune disorders, recommending IgG replacement and bone marrow transplantation for severe cases. Dr. Orville J. Stone provided treatment options for nail abnormalities, while Dr. Wilma F. Bergfeld focused on hair abnormalities, stressing the need for endocrinologic screening in alopecia areata and criticizing misinformation from the cosmetics industry. She also advised on shampoo use and debunked claims about certain cosmetic ingredients. Dr. Marian E. Melish reviewed rashes and erythemas from infectious diseases, including treatments for scarlet fever, SSSS, Kawasaki disease, and TSS, highlighting the importance of early treatment for TSS. Dr. James E. Rasmussen discussed the safe use of gamma benzene hexachloride for scabies, new disorders like primary cutaneous aspergillosis, and cautioned against long-term tetracycline therapy and the impact of fad diets on nutrition.
