Breaking the Itch Cycle: Living and Thriving with Eczema (Atopic dermatitis)

Pediatric Scabies

Scabies is a contagious skin disease caused by Sarcoptes scabiei var. hominis. It causes intense itching in infected individuals. This infection is highly contagious and is transmitted through direct and prolonged skin-to-skin contact. The origin of the term “scabies” comes from the Latin word scabere, which means “to scratch”.

Breaking the Itch Cycle: Living and Thriving with Eczema (Atopic dermatitis)

Join host Dr. Joseph Lam on "Pediatric Skin-Sights" as he chats with Tanya Mohan, a volunteer with the Eczema Society of Canada. Tanya shares her journey with eczema, offers insights for healthcare professionals, and highlights the importance of holistic care for patients and families.

From Lips to Lungs: Recognizing and Managing RIME in Children

In this episode of Pediatric Skin-Sights, Dr. Joseph Lam explores reactive infectious cutaneous eruptions (RIME) with Dr. Michele Ramien. Dr. Ramien offers her insights into triggers, history, and clinical distinctions in pediatric dermatology.

Navigating the Challenges of Collodion Baby in Newborns

In this episode of Pediatric Skin-Sights, Dr. Joseph Lam interviews Dylan Hollman on the rare condition known as Collodion Baby. Discover its causes, management strategies, and practical insights for clinicians. Learn about genetic links, key risks, and supporting families through this unique challenge. If you are seeking more information on Collodion Baby, an easy to read, evidence based, comprehensive review written by Dr. Hollman is available on Pediatric Skin-Sights channel with patient images, pre- and post-test quizzes, clinical pearls and key points at www.healthplexus.net/skin4kids [www.healthplexus.net/skin4kids].

Setting the Stage for the Pediatric Skin-Sights Channel

Welcome to a preview into a soon to be launched Pediatric Skin-sights podcast! Hosted by Dr. Joseph Lam, a pediatric dermatologist from Vancouver, this podcast is dedicated to advancing pediatric dermatology. Tune in for insights on complex conditions, AI applications, and more, as top experts share practical advice and emerging trends in the field.