Publications by authors named "Alison H Kohn"
The relationship between erythema multiforme (EM) and allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) remains unclear. There have been multiple reports of EM-like lesions occurring in conjunction with or presenting after ACD; however, various definitions and terminologies have been used to denote the patient's diagnosis in these cases. In this systematic review, we summarize the key presenting features of recent cases of EM-like eruptions associated with ACD, as well as diagnostic findings, responsible allergens, treatments, and outcomes.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: The International Dermatology Outcome Measures (IDEOM) initiative is a non-profit organization that aims to develop evidence-based outcome measurements to evaluate the impact of treatments for patients with dermatological disease. IDEOM includes all key stakeholders in dermatology (patient, physician, industry, insurer, and government) during the process of developing such outcome measurements.
Summary: Here, we provide an update of IDEOM activities that were presented at the 2020 IDEOM Virtual Annual Meeting (October 23-24, 2020).
Background/objectives: Acne is a common skin condition that may be treated by both dermatologists and pediatricians. However, the treatments provided by dermatologists and pediatricians may differ. We aimed to describe acne therapy prescribing patterns of dermatologists and pediatricians.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjective: To evaluate the relationship between psoriasis and mental health in patients from different racial backgrounds.
Methods: We performed a nationwide, cross-sectional study evaluating 7,519,662 (weighted) patients, comparing White patients versus patients with skin of color (SOC), using the 2004-2017 Medical Expenditure Panel Survey (MEPS).
Results: Psychological distress (measured by Kessler 6-Item Psychological Distress Scale) was similar between White and SOC patients (4.