Publications by authors named "Johan Sieborg"
Article Synopsis
- - The study investigates the prevalence of risk factors associated with oral Janus kinase inhibitors (JAKis) in patients with chronic hand eczema (CHE), highlighting concerns due to their black-box warnings for infections, cancer, and cardiovascular issues.
- - In a cohort of 941 CHE patients, 81.6% possessed at least one risk factor, with the majority being nonmodifiable; common risks included heavy smoking, obesity, hypercholesterolemia, and hypertension.
- - The findings suggest that healthcare providers should carefully evaluate these risk factors when considering oral JAKi treatments for CHE, as most patients have conditions that could complicate their use.
J Am Acad Dermatol
December 2024
Article Synopsis
- Topical corticosteroid phobia (TOPICOP) is prevalent among chronic hand eczema (CHE) patients and leads to poor adherence to prescribed treatments.*
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- A study involving 927 CHE patients revealed that a significant percentage believed corticosteroids harm their skin and health, leading many to delay or stop treatment.*
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- The research indicates that higher levels of corticosteroid phobia correlate with decreased medication adherence, highlighting the need for better patient education.*
