Cost Effectiveness of Emollients in the Prevention of Relapses in Atopic Dermatitis.

Introduction: Atopic dermatitis (AD) is chronic inflammatory skin condition, characterized by its remission-relapse cycles. This predominantly pediatric disease is becoming more and more prevalent. Emollients are part of the therapeutic management and particularly a way to increase time between relapses.

HLA markers in familial Lichen sclerosus.

Background: Lichen sclerosus (LS) has been identified with increased frequency in families,often associated with HLA markers, mainly DQ7. A genetic co-etiology seems likely in this setting. Moreover, there is an association of LS with autoimmune disorders, such as the presence of anti-thyroid peroxidase autoantibodies (anti-TPO), a hallmark of autoimmune thyroid diseases.