St John's DermAcademy Podcast

In this episode our host Dr Justin Bui speaks to Dr Fiona Lewis about vulval skin conditions.
In this episode we discuss...

· Management of lichen sclerosus, including what to do when topical steroids are not effective

· Management of vulval eczema and psoriasis

· When to refer to a tertiary service
Please visit our website https://www.stjohnsdermacademy.com/podcasts for episode notes and references.

In this episode our host Dr Justin Bui speaks to Dr Fiona Lewis about vulval skin conditions.
In this episode we discuss...

· Common presentations of vulval skin conditions

· Diagnostic clues in the history

· Clinical examination

· When to consider further investigations including a biopsy
Please visit our website https://www.stjohnsdermacademy.com/podcasts for episode notes and references.

In this episode our host Dr Sarah Drummond speaks with Professor Catherine Smith and Dr Andrew Pink about eczema therapeutics:
• Where conventional systemic agents fit within the evolving landscape of eczema therapeutics.
• The biologic agents licensed for use in eczema including their mechanism of action, monitoring requirements and potential side effects.
Recorded: 19 March 2024
For more information, visit: www.stjohnsdermacademy.com/podcasts
Disclaimer: The information on our podcasts is based on the latest evidence and expert opinion at the time of recording. The information is for general purposes only and we cannot offer advice for specific patients. Equally, this information is geared towards healthcare professionals. Any member of the public or patients listening should not use this as advice to treat their own condition or others and should consult their own physician for any medical needs they may have.

In this episode our host Dr Sarah Drummond speaks with Professor Catherine Smith and Dr Andrew Pink about eczema therapeutics:
• The use of JAK inhibitors licensed for use in managing eczema including their mechanism of action, monitoring requirements and potential side effects.
• Newer agents currently under investigation.
• The BEACON trial
Recorded: 19 March 2024
For more information, visit: www.stjohnsdermacademy.com/podcasts
Disclaimer: The information on our podcasts is based on the latest evidence and expert opinion at the time of recording. The information is for general purposes only and we cannot offer advice for specific patients. Equally, this information is geared towards healthcare professionals. Any member of the public or patients listening should not use this as advice to treat their own condition or others and should consult their own physician for any medical needs they may have.

In this episode our host Dr Justin Bui speaks to Dr John Ferguson about vitiligo.
We discuss...

• Treatment approach for vitiligo
• Other treatments on the horizon
• Vitiligo and skin cancer surveillance
• Sunscreens

Please visit our website https://www.stjohnsdermacademy.com/podcasts for episode notes and references.